Transfer Station
The Township of Douro-Dummer operates the Halls Glen Transfer Station located at 1951 County Road 6 We accept a variety of garbage, recycling, compost, large items and household waste.
Hours of operation
May 1st to October 31st |
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November 1st to April 30th |
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2024 Holiday Schedule |
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The Halls Glen transfer Station will be closed on Christmas Day (Wednesday, December 25, 2024) and New Year's Day (Wednesday, January 1, 2025), but will be open during regular hours on the weekends. |
- Gates close sharp at posted final hour – no exceptions
- We encourage residents to utilize the curbside pickup services available.
Transfer Station Cards
The Douro-Dummer Transfer Station is available for use by residents of Douro-Dummer. Before entering, please ensure you have your Transfer Station card on hand, as it is required for access. Cards are issued to all residents with their first tax bill. If you need a replacement card, you can purchase one for $25 at the Township Office. We kindly ask that you be respectful to the Transfer Station staff during your visit.
Fees
Review our disposal fees:
- $3 per bag of garbage
- $3 for materials weighing less than 13.6 kg (30 lbs)
- $150 per tonne for loads greater than 13.6 kg
- For appliances containing Freon, an additional $27 fee is charged as well as the per tonne cost
We are currently only accepting debit payments.
We accept bagged garbage, blue box recycling and food waste as well as:
- Loose garbage in clear bags
- Scrap metal
- Scrap wood
- Electronic waste
- Propane tanks
- Used oil
- Tires
Please note that mattresses and box-springs are not accepted.
Waste disposal rules
Please follow all standard waste disposal rules:
- Respect transfer station staff, staff decisions are final
- Garbage must be placed in clear bags
- Blue box recycling must be sorted (containers and fibres)
- Only food waste is allowed in the Moloks (no yard waste, packaging or bags)
Environmental and household hazardous waste events
To dispose of household hazardous waste outside of events, please visit the Household Hazardous Waste Depot in the County of Peterborough.
Find out about upcoming event dates and times by visiting the County of Peterborough Waste Management.
2025 Hall's Glen HHW Days |
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To be announced in 2025. |
What items do you accept? |
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We accept the following household waste items at our events:
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What items are not accepted? |
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The following items are not accepted at these events:
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Bush, leaf and yard waste
Bush, leaf or yard waste is not accepted at the Halls Glen Transfer Station. You can dispose of this material at:
- Peterborough Waste Management Facility
- Waste Connections Canada Facility at 348 County Road 6, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The County of Peterborough collects leaf and yard waste in Donwood in the spring and fall each year. Residents in Donwood can learn more by visiting the County of Peterborough's Leaf and Yard Waste webpage.
Construction and demolition waste
Construction and demolition waste is not accepted at the Halls Glen Transfer Station, but can be disposed of at the following locations:
- Peterborough Waste Management Facility
- Waste Connections Canada Facility at 348 County Road 6, Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Recycling and diversion
Can I drop off my blue box material at the Halls Glen Transfer Station? |
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Yes, blue box recycling is available at all Transfer Stations in Peterborough County at no charge to residents. Recycling needs to be placed loose (no bagged materials) into the appropriate containers or papers bin. |
Are there other recycling or diversion programs available? |
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Yes! There are several recycling programs running in the County of Peterborough and Township of Douro-Dummer, see the Waste diversion programs page for more information. |