Recycling Collection Changes for Businesses and Non-Residential Properties

NIAGARA FALLS, ON - On November 20, 2025, Niagara Region approved the discontinuation of curbside recycling collection for Non-Eligible Sources (Industrial, Commercial, and Institutional properties), effective Thursday, January 1, 2026.

Why is this happening?

This change is required under the Province of Ontario’s Blue Box Regulation (O. Reg. 391/21), which shifts responsibility for funding and operating residential recycling systems to producers (the companies that supply packaging and paper products).

Who is affected?

• Businesses
• Places of worship
• Institutions
• Non-profit organizations
• Other non-residential properties

What you need to do

Beginning January 1, 2026, recycling will no longer be collected alongside residential collection. Affected properties should arrange for private recycling services as soon as possible. Niagara Region’s drop-off depots may be used as an interim or alternate solution.

Finding a private recycling collector

To assist with the transition, Niagara Region has compiled a list of private recycling service providers that operate in the area:

Cotton Inc.
2151 Fruitbelt Parkway
Niagara Falls, ON L2J 0A5
905-262-2000

Environmental 360 Solutions
1786 Allanport Road
Thorold, ON L0S 1K0
905-384-2222

GFL Environmental Inc.
411 Glendale Avenue
St Catharines, ON L2P 3Y1
647-715-7481 / 1-855-971-4550

Miller Waste Systems
335 Townline Road
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S1J0
1-833-621-0726

Modern Corporation – Waste and Recycling Solutions
2025 Fruitbelt Parkway
Niagara Falls, ON L2J 0A5
1-800-330-7107

Waste Connections of Canada
1789 Allanport Road
Thorold, ON L0S 1A0
1-888-250-3357

Halton Environmental Inc. (Emterra)
5030 Montrose Road
Niagara Falls, ON L2H 1K5
905-297-5243

Waste Management Canada Corporation
124 Cushman Road
St. Catharines, ON L2M 6T6
905-687-9605

We encourage you to contact these providers directly to discuss service options, pricing, and availability. This list is provided for informational purposes only and is not exhaustive. Niagara Region does not endorse or recommend any specific service provider.

For more information, please contact:

• Visit: niagararegion.ca/projects/blue-box-transition
• Call the Waste Info-Line:
  • 905-356-4141 or toll-free 1-800-594-5542
  • Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm

Please plan ahead to ensure continued recycling services for your organization.