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Nobleton · King Township

Waste &
Recycling Schedule

Residents Guide

Collection in King Township

Waste collection in Nobleton is managed by King Township. The Township operates a bi-weekly alternating schedule for garbage and blue box recycling. Green bin organics collection is weekly. Always confirm your specific week using the King Township waste calendar below.

Next Pickup — Tomorrow
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Green Bin
Every Friday ✓
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Blue Box
✓ THIS FRIDAY
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Garbage
Next Friday
⏰ Pickup is tomorrow — set your bins out tonight.
Grey Cart

Garbage Collection

Garbage is collected bi-weekly (every other week), alternating with blue cart recycling. Set your grey cart at the curb by 7:00 AM on your collection day.

  • Bi-weekly alternating schedule
  • Grey cart at curb by 7:00 AM
  • Max 4 bags / items if no cart
  • No collection on statutory holidays — next business day
Blue Cart

Blue Box Recycling

Blue cart recycling is collected bi-weekly, alternating with garbage collection. Accepted items include plastics #1–7, glass bottles, cans, cardboard and paper.

  • Bi-weekly alternating schedule
  • Blue cart at curb by 7:00 AM
  • Flatten all cardboard
  • Rinse containers before recycling
Green Bin

Organics / Green Bin

Green bin organics are collected weekly. All food scraps, soiled paper, and compostable materials are accepted. Line your green bin with a compostable bag or newspaper.

  • Weekly collection
  • Food scraps, coffee grounds, bones
  • Soiled paper and paper bags
  • Compostable liners accepted
Seasonal

Yard Waste

Yard waste collection runs spring and fall. Leaves, grass clippings, and garden trimmings must be in brown paper bags or tied bundles. No plastic bags accepted.

  • Spring collection (April – May)
  • Fall collection (October – November)
  • Brown paper bags or tied bundles only
  • No plastic bags — items won't be collected

What Goes Where

Sorting Guide

Item Where It Goes Notes
Food scraps, leftoversGreen Bin (Organics)All food waste accepted
Plastic bottles & containersBlue Cart (Recycling)Rinse clean, lids on
Glass bottles & jarsBlue Cart (Recycling)Lids removed, rinsed
Cardboard boxesBlue Cart (Recycling)Flatten, remove foam/packaging
Pizza boxes (soiled)Green Bin (Organics)Clean portions → recycling
Styrofoam / foamGrey Cart (Garbage)Not recyclable curbside
Leaves & grass clippingsYard Waste / Green BinPaper bags for yard waste season
Paint, chemicals, batteriesKing Township DepotHousehold Hazardous Waste — never curbside
Electronics (e-waste)King Township DepotDrop-off at Township facility
Furniture, appliancesBulk Item CollectionBook a bulk pickup — see below

Additional Services

Special Collections & Drop-Offs

By Appointment

Bulk Item Pickup

Large items like appliances, furniture and mattresses require a scheduled bulk item pickup. Contact King Township to book your collection — items must be at the curb by 7:00 AM on your scheduled day.

Book via King.ca →
Year-Round

Household Hazardous Waste

Paint, pesticides, motor oil, batteries, propane tanks and other hazardous materials must be dropped off at the King Township Waste Management Facility. Never put these in your curbside collection.

King Township Depot Info →
Free Drop-Off

Electronics Recycling

TVs, computers, monitors, phones and other electronics can be dropped off at designated e-waste locations. York Region also holds periodic e-waste collection events throughout the year.

York Region E-Waste →

Official Calendar

Download Your Collection Calendar

The most accurate and up-to-date collection calendar for your specific address is available directly from King Township. Calendars are updated annually each January.

Download 2026 Calendar (PDF) → King Township Waste Page →
Missed pickup or bin replacement? Contact GFL: 1-866-421-5625 · WasteLine@gflenv.com  |  Hazardous waste & electronics depots: york.ca/WasteDepots

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