Garbage

The City of St. Thomas collects garbage from your curb every week.

See the Collection Schedule page to find your collection day.

What you can put out

• up to 2 bags or containers at the curb each week with no extra charge
  • extra bags or containers need a garbage bag tag, which costs $1.75 each
• each bag or container cannot weigh more than 20 kilograms (45 pounds)
• if you use a reusable container, keep it in good repair with 2 handles for easy dumping
• NOTE: large items such as furniture and appliances will not be collected. Please dispose of them at the Community Recycling Centre or arrange for disposal

Where to buy bag tags

You can buy bag tags for $1.75 at these locations in St. Thomas:

• Churchill Variety, Homedale Plaza, 26 Churchill Crescent
• Daisy Mart, 100 Wilson Avenue
• Dixie Dairy Bar, 51 St. Catharine Street
• Talbot Mini Mart, 1009 Talbot Street
• Fenlons Family Market and Video, 114 Confederation Drive
• City Hall Customer Service, 545 Talbot Street
• Moe's Variety, 800 Talbot Street
• Plaza Convenience, 321 Elm Street
• The Corner Store, 138 Alma Street
• Waterworks Variety, 7 South Edgeware Road
• Wellington Convenience and Video, 69 Wellington Street
• Wellington Variety, 352 Wellington Street
• Coffey's News Depot, 591 Talbot Street

What you cannot put in your garbage

• hazardous waste
• appliances
• bio-medical waste
• combustible or explosive material
• automobiles, vehicles or vehicle parts
• construction debris
• crates and pallets
• household furniture
• scrap metal
• sharps, such as syringes and lancets
• tires

If an item can be composted or recycled, please do not place it in your garbage.

If you are unsure of where an item goes, please check Recycle Coach

Additional information

Dead animals

Dead animals should not be placed in the Green Cart or recycling.

On City property
Contact Customer Service to report dead wildlife. The City collects larger wildlife, such as squirrels, but does not collect small animals, such as birds or rodents.

On private property
For small dead animals, wear gloves, double-bag the animal, tie the bag securely and place it at the curb with your regular garbage collection.

For larger animals, such as coyotes or deer, contact Customer Service to request a pickup.

Safety reminder
If you handle a dead animal, wear gloves, avoid direct contact, double-bag the animal, tie the bag securely and wash your hands thoroughly afterward.

You may also choose to hire a private pest control or wildlife removal company.