Landfill/Garbage
Collection
Townsite residential garbage is collected once per week, typically on Wednesdays, and Rural & Commercial Garbage is collected on Thursdays.
- Residential garbage pickup is limited to 3 cans or 6 bags per household with a 50lb weight limit. All garbage must be properly bagged.
- Spring Clean Up is designated to one week in May each calendar year — keep an eye on the Township Event Calendar or contact the office for details.
The Township of Red Rock does not currently offer recycling services, although there are designated spots for pop cans, electronics and textiles around town. Please contact the Municipal Office for more information.
Effective January 1, 2026, the Red Rock Landfill will no longer accept cash for loads dumped at the Landfill.
A punch card system will be introduced on this date. Punch cards will be sold in $50 and $100 increments and can be purchased at the Municipal Office, and seasonally at the Recreation Centre & Marina Building.
The Red Rock Landfill is located off the right hand side of Highway 11/17, heading westbound towards Thunder Bay. The Landfill is located at Fire #496 on Dump Road.
| Residential | Wednesday - please have garbage at curbside by 7:00 am |
| Rural and Commercial | Thursday - please have garbage at road by 7:00 am |
| Thursday | 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm |
| Saturday | 9:00 am - 3:00 pm |
Please note that you will not be granted access if you arrive at the landfill site within 15 minutes of closing
Effective January 1, 2026, the Red Rock Landfill will no longer accept cash for loads dumped at the Landfill.
A punch card system will be introduced on this date. Punch cards will be sold in $50 and $100 increments and can be purchased at the Municipal Office, and seasonally at the Recreation Centre & Marina Building.
| Description | Resident | Non-Resident | Contractor/Commercial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Garbage | No Charge | $20.00 | |
| Truck Box (or car with small trailer) | $10.00 | $40.00 | $60.00 |
| Utility Trailer | $40.00 | $80.00 | |
| Tandem Load/Tri-Axle Vehicle/Large Trailer | $140.00 | ||
| Hazardous Material (asbestos) LOCAL ONLY | $50.00/cubic yard | ||
| Bulk Contaminated Soil | As set by CAO & PW | ||
| Septic | $50.00 | $100.00 | |
| Septic (1,000 gal or over) | $100.00 | $200.00 | |
| Fridge/Freezer Disposal | $50.00 per unit | $80.00 per unit | |
| Scrap Vehicles (local only) | $100.00 | $200.00 |
For demolitions, please contact the Red Rock Municipal Office for rates