Garbage & Recycling
Curbside garbage and recycling collection services are operated by the Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB). Collection day for 2026 is on Wednesdays, except for changes around public holidays, noted in the schedule below.
If your collection has been missed, please contact the ERSB office at 709‑579‑7960 or [email protected], as well as the Town Hall at 709‑335‑2848 or [email protected]. Missed collections can occur for a variety of reasons.
For further details, please visit the ERSB website and review their Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs): https://easternregionalserviceboard.com/residents/faqs/
Collection Schedule for 2026:
As of January 1, 2024, the ERSB has transitioned to clear bags for all household garbage collection.
Oversized Items Collection
Information will be available in Spring 2026. Please check the ERSB website for updates as they are
come available.
Please refer to the ERSB website for the most up to date information: Keeping Communities Clean and Healthy | Eastern Regional Service Board
Useful Links
- ERSB Website
- ERSB Garbage Collection Information
- ERSB Recycling Collection Information
- ERSB Bulk Garbage Collection Information
Snow Clearing
The Town conducts snow clearing from the mid-November until the end of April. Residents are advised that they should not interfere with snow clearing operations and that on-street parking may result in the removal of the vehicle if it impedes snow clearing operations.
To request this information in another format please see our Town Staff & Contact Information
Future Developments & Real Estate Listings
A list of future developments is on the way.