Making Sense of Waste: Your Strathroy-Caradoc Recycling Companion

Got Questions About Trash Day in Strathroy-Caradoc?

Ever wonder if you're tossing your trash into the right bin here in Strathroy-Caradoc? It can get tricky, trying to keep up with what goes where. This quick guide breaks down local waste and recycling rules, helping you sort smarter and contribute to our community's environmental efforts. Getting it right isn't just good for the planet—it helps our local waste management run more efficiently, too, ensuring everything ends up in its proper place.

What goes in the blue box, really?

Blue box recycling is a cornerstone of our local efforts, but confusion can easily creep in. Generally, you can include clean plastic bottles and containers (with symbols #1, #2, #4, #5, #6), glass jars and bottles, aluminum and steel food cans, and paper products like newspapers, magazines, and cardboard (flattened, please!). Things like plastic bags, Styrofoam, and anything with food residue usually don’t belong, as they can contaminate the entire batch. When in doubt, it’s always best to check the