2017 Waste Management Guide and Recycling Calendar by Town of Aurora

2017 Waste Management Guide and Recycling Calendar aurora.ca/wasteandrecycling

Message from the Mayor I am pleased to present The Town of Auroraâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s 2017 Waste Management Guide & Recycling Calendar. This guide contains important information about waste and recycling collection guidelines and reminders. On behalf of Aurora Town Council, I would like thank all our residents and businesses for supporting our waste diversion efforts. Your participation makes a positive difference in our community and environment.

Geoffrey Dawe MAYOR OF AURORA

Contents Acceptable Containers............................................17 Appliance Pick-Up...................................................18 Battery Disposal....................................................1, 4 Blue Box Collection...................................................5 Blue Box Accepted Material....................................19

We are continuing to see the trend of Aurora residents partaking in backyard composting. This practice transforms waste into new resources and helps to manage organic waste at home.

Broken/Damaged Bins...............................................9

I am delighted that the town has partnered with the Regional Municipality of York and Textile Waste Diversion to provide Aurora residents with a new, convenient option for re-purposing used clothing and textiles. Clean, dry materials that are gently used, worn or torn can be dropped off at collection bins in the following locations: Aurora Community Centre, Aurora Family Leisure Complex and the Stronach Aurora Recreation Complex. The goal is to provide a convenient way to keep these items out of landfills and save the environment. For more information, please visit aurora.ca/clothingrecycling.

Curbside Giveaway Days...........................................1

For more information about waste and recycling in Aurora, please visit the Townâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s website at www.aurora.ca/wasteandrecycling or download our PingStreet and my-waste Apps, available for most Apple, Android and Blackberry devices.

Metal Goods............................................................18

For waste management inquiries, please call Access Aurora at 905-727-1375 or email info@aurora.ca Sincerely, Mayor Geoffrey Dawe

Bulky Items..........................................................2, 18 Collection Map..........................................................3 Drop Off Depot Locations.........................................4 Electronics Recycling...........................................7, 15 E-waste Events..........................................................1 Garbage Collection....................................................7 Green Bin Collection..................................................5 Household Hazardous Waste.............................10, 15 Lyme Disease...........................................................11 Missed/Refused Collection........................................8 My-Waste App...........................................................2 Special Town Events................................................12 Tree planting/Garden Options.................................13 Yard Waste Collection................................................9 West Nile Virus........................................................14 Winter Reminders......................................................2

Waste and Recycling Events Please stay tuned to aurora.ca for timing and location information. E-waste Events Saturday, January 21 Saturday, May 27 Saturday, October 14 Drop-off your unwanted or obsolete electronic devices for recycling and safe disposal.

Aurora’s Annual Clean-up Day Saturday, April 22 Sign-up in advance to participate in our annual litter clean-up across Town.

Free Compost Giveaway Day Saturday, May 6 Pick-up free, nutrient-rich compost just in time for the gardening season.

New! Curbside Giveaway Days Place your unwanted items at the curb for other residents and neighbours to take. This is a great way to allow others to re-use your unwanted items. Curbside Giveaway Days will be held on the last Saturday of each month, from May to September, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mark your items with a sign indicating the item is free, and remove any remaining items from the curb by 5 p.m. Curbside Giveaway Days will take place on: • Saturday, May 27 • Saturday, June 24 • Saturday, July 29 • Saturday, August 26 • Saturday, September 30 For more information, please visit www.aurora.ca/curbsidegiveaway

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WINTER REMINDERS

• Place waste bins in a visible location at the end of your driveway. If necessary, shovel a small area. Collection crews will not dig out or climb a snowbank to retrieve recycling bins, cans or bags. • Materials frozen inside bins may not be collected. To prevent freezing, line your green bin with newspaper and keep your recyclables in a dry location. • Stack recycling bins to ensure materials are secure. • If materials are hit by snow removal equipment or are filled with snow prior to collection, it is the resident’s responsibility to clean up the materials. • If collection services are cancelled due to inclement weather or poor road conditions, Green For Life's normal practice is to collect the items the following day.

BULKY ITEM COLLECTION

Non-metal items such as furniture, mattresses, box springs, plastic lawn furniture, toilets and carpeting are picked up with regular waste collection. A maximum of five bulky waste items can be placed at the curb on your scheduled garbage collection day. Any items over the five item limit will be tagged and left at the curb. All items must be set out by 7 a.m. for collection. If possible, please break-down or separate large/heavy items, remove toilet tanks from bowls, bundle small pieces and tie carpeting and linoleum into rolls measuring no longer than 1.2 metres (4 ft.) and weighing less than 20 kilograms (44 lbs.).

METAL GOODS AND APPLIANCE COLLECTION

Large metal items such as appliances, barbecues (excluding propane tanks), bed frames, furnaces, hot water heaters, metal bath tubs and bicycles must be recycled. Please call our waste collection contractor, GFL at 905-713-0005 or 1-866-421-5625 to arrange for a special curbside collection. For program details, please refer to page 18. If a special collection is not booked, metal items will not be picked-up.

PLEASE NOTE: Metal appliances and scrap metal can also be dropped off at select York Region depots. (see page 4 for details).

Waste, Recycling and Green Bin Collection Route Map

To determine your regular collection pick-up day, locate your address on the map and consult the coloured legend. Please note, Blue Boxes and Green Bins are pickedup weekly. Garbage is collected every second week. Please refer to each month in the calendar for your collection days.

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Waste, Recycling and Green Bin Collection Days Tuesday Collection

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If you have any inquiries regarding the content of this map, please call 905-727-3123 ext. 3447 Waste and Recycling Collection Map created by The Town of Aurora, February 13, 2004. Map modified on Tuesday, August 18, 2015. Base data provided by York Region. Please be advised that the intent of this map is for personal, non-commercial use. The Town of Aurora is not responsible for any errors or omissions on the map and makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy and completeness of the information presented. The Town of Aurora cannot be held liable for any choices made, actions performed or damages sustained by the user based upon the data provided.

York Region Waste Depots Markham and Vaughan Household Hazardous Waste Depots Rodick Road, South of Miller Avenue, City of Markham 2840 Rutherford Road, City of Vaughan ACCEPTED: • Electronic waste • Household hazardous waste (limits apply) • Liquid cooking oil (maximum 4L container) • Pharmaceuticals • Sharps (in puncture-proof container)

East Gwillimbury Household Hazardous Waste and Recycling Depot

225 Garfield Wright Boulevard, Town of East Gwillimbury ACCEPTED: • Blue box recyclables • Electronic waste • Household hazardous waste (limits apply) • Liquid cooking oil (maximum 4L container) • Metal appliances • Pharmaceuticals • Refrigerated appliances* • Scrap metal • Sharps (in puncture-proof container)

FEES: No charge, but limits apply

*FEES: Refrigerated appliances: With a CFC removal sticker: $0 Without a CFC removal sticker: $20 Cash only.

HOURS: Monday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday: Closed Thursday to Sunday: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Open until 7 p.m. on Thursdays from April 1 to October 31)

Closed civic and statutory holidays

Bloomington Yard Waste Depot Miller Compost Bloomington Facility 1351 Bloomington Road East, Town of Richmond Hill ACCEPTED: • Flowers and garden plants • Grass clippings • Hay (clean, small quantities) • Leaves • Shrubs and branches • Sod (small residential quantities, dirt removed) • Weeds Yard waste in plastic bags must be emptied.

NOT ACCEPTED: • Animal droppings • Branches larger than 15 centimetres (six inches) in diameter or 1.8 metres (six feet) in length • Kitchen and food waste • Rocks • Root balls and stumps • Soil

FEES: Residential loads less than one cubic yard: $0 Loads over one cubic yard: $65 per tonne Cash, debit and credit cards accepted. HOURS: April 1 – November 30 Monday to Saturday: 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Closed

December 1 – March 31 Monday to Friday: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday: Closed

Closed civic and statutory holidays

Georgina Transfer Station 23068 Warden Avenue, Town of Georgina ACCEPTED: • Blue box recyclables • Cardboard • Concrete* • Electronic waste • Garbage* • Household hazardous waste (limits apply) (Saturdays only)

• Liquid cooking oil (maximum 4L container) • Metal appliances • Refrigerated appliances* • Scrap metal • Tires (limit of four per day) • Yard waste*

*FEES: Concrete, Garbage and Yard Waste: $100 per tonne ($10 minimum charge) Refrigerated appliances: With a CFC removal sticker: $0 Without a CFC removal sticker: $20

Elgin Mills and McCleary Court Community Environmental Centres

1124 Elgin Mills Road East, Town of Richmond Hill 130 McCleary Court, City of Vaughan (Highway 7 and Creditstone Road) ACCEPTED: • Blue box recyclables • Cardboard • Compact fluorescent light bulbs • Drywall • Electronic waste • Garbage* *FEES: Waste disposal:

• Liquid cooking oil (maximum 4L container) • Large, clean polystyrene foam (no meat trays or packing peanuts) • Metal appliances • Refrigerated appliances*

Car or minivan Car or minivan + small utility trailer Car or minivan + large utility trailer Pick-up truck 12 or 14-foot cube van

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Rubble and concrete Scrap metal Shredded paper Small household batteries Tires (limit of four per day) Wood (treated)* Wood (untreated)

Residential $10 $13 $23 $30 $89

Small Business $28 $28 $28 $35 $90

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$10 $20

Cash, debit, credit cards and commercial billing account accepted.

Refrigerated appliances: With a CFC removal sticker Without a CFC removal sticker

TRANSFER STATION HOURS: Monday to Saturday: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Cash, debit and credit cards accepted. Maximum vehicle cube size permitted is 14 feet. Vehicles with hydraulic lifts, not permitted.

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DEPOT HOURS: Saturday only 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Closed civic and statutory holidays

HOURS: Monday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday and Wednesday: Closed Thursday to Sunday: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Open until 7 p.m. on Thursdays from April 1 to October 31) Closed civic and statutory holidays

ENHANCEMENTS IN PROGRESS York Region is constructing new features at Georgina Transfer Station, Elgin Mills and McCleary Court Community Environmental Centres. Depots are open during construction. Please expect delays. Waste depots are for York Region residents only. Proof of residency required. Fees and hours subject to change without notice. Prices include all applicable taxes. For more information visit york.ca/wastedepots or 4 call 1-866-665-6752.

Blue Box Collection

Items Not Accepted Please DO NOT include the following items in your Blue Box:

Blue Box collection occurs weekly on your regular collection day. Reminders: • Place acceptable materials in your Blue Box. Rinse all containers and ensure they are clean and free of grease, liquid or food. • Blue Boxes must be set out at the curb by 7 a.m. on your collection day, but no sooner than 5 p.m. the night before. Please note, collection vehicles will not return for items that were set out late. • Please use a standard size Blue Box (22g). Large oversized containers (with wheels) are frequently over the weight limit of 22 kg (50 lbs). • Blue Box recyclables will not be collected in any type of clear plastic bag. This includes blue recycling bags. • Small boxes need to be flattened and securely placed inside the Blue Box. Larger cardboard items must also be flattened but can be bundled together and placed on top of the Blue Box for pick-up. • Shredded paper is not accepted as part of the Town of Aurora's recycling program. Small amounts of shredded paper can be placed in your Green Bin or backyard composter. Large amounts of shredded paper can be placed in your garbage or dropped off at one of the following York Region Community Environmental Centres: Elgin Mills or McCleary Court.

REMINDERS:

OOPS! Check out your 2017 Community and Waste Management Calendar for acceptable Blue Box items.

• Backyard composters, Blue Boxes and Green Bins • Foil drink pouches (For example: Kool-Aid Jammers) • Formed, rigid plastic packaging (For example: blister pack used for electronics or toys) • Fuel containers • Furnace filters • Laminated paper • Medicine bottles less than 5 cm in diameter • Metallic wrapping paper • Mirrors • Motor oil containers • Non-rigid plastic packaging (For example: pasta bags, frozen vegetable bags) • Paint cans containing paint or with lids on • Pesticide containers • Plastic pails or jugs greater than 22.5 cm in diameter • Plastic plant trays no larger than 30 cm wide by 30 cm long • Plastic shopping bags, film, wrap • Plastic toys • Pots, pans, glassware, dishes • Shredded paper • Styrofoam • Take-out sandwich wraps (For example: foil or paper laminates) • Take-out waxed coffee cups • Take-out waxed pop cups

Green Bin

Items Not Accepted Please DO NOT include the following items in your green bin:

Items Accepted FOOD PRODUCTS

PAPER PRODUCTS

• Baking ingredients • Breads and cereals • Candy and confectionary products • Coffee grounds, filters and tea bags • Dairy products • Eggs and egg shells • Fish and shellfish • Fruits and vegetables (raw or cooked) • Herbs and spices • Meat products (including bones, fat and skin) • Pasta

• Boxboard (For example: soiled, greasy french fry containers) • Cardboard (For example: soiled pizza boxes) • Facial tissues • Flour and sugar bags (paper) • Kraft paper (meat wrap) • Microwaveable popcorn bags

TIPS:

OTHER • Moulded pulp (For example: egg cartons, take-out trays) • Muffin papers • Newspaper (soiled) • Paper plates (soiled) • Paper towels • Shredded paper (small amounts)

• Use certified compostable bags as an environmentally-friendly alternative. • Absorb excess moisture by lining the bottom of the Green Bin with paper towels or newspapers. • Remove packaging or wraps from food.

• Diapers • Feathers • Hair • Houseplants and flowers (dried and fresh cut) • Incontinence products • Nail clippings • Pet food • Pet waste, litter, bedding and fur • Sanitary products • Sawdust from untreated wood

• Paper products heavily soiled with food are best composted rather than recycled (For example: greasy paper plates). • Green Bin materials are not accepted at York Region depots.

• Artificial flowers and plants • Ashes • Baby wipes • Candles • Carpet and rugs • Cigarette butts • Clothing, leather and textiles • Corks • Cotton balls and ear cleaners • Deceased animals/wildlife • Disposable mop sheets • Dryer lint • Dryer sheets • Foil • Gum • Milk bags • Plastic wrap and baggies • Styrofoam • Tissue paper for gift bags • Vacuum cleaner bags and contents • Wax paper • Wood • Yard waste

Paramedic YORK REGION

AMBULANCE

January 2017 SUNDAY

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1 NEW YEAR’S DAY

Christmas Tree Collection Maximum 1.8m (6ft) cut into pieces if necessary

21 E-Waste Event Visit aurora.ca for more information

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

CHRISTMAS TREE PICK-UP REQUIREMENTS: Decorations, tree skirts and plastic tree bags etc. must be removed before putting your tree out at the curb for pick-up. Trees cannot exceed 1.8m (6 ft.). Please note: Crews will not dig through snow or climb a snow bank to retrieve a tree. Thank you for your co-operation.

Christmas Tree Collection Day

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Garbage Collection

Construction Waste

Garbage collection occurs bi-weekly on your regular collection day. • All waste materials must be set out at the curb by 7 a.m. on the collection day. Collection vehicles will not return for items that were set out late. • Garbage bags or reusable containers with contents must not exceed 23 kg (50 lbs.) each. • The size of the garbage container cannot exceed 133 L (35 gal.). • Tie loose items into bundles no longer than 1.2 m (4 ft.). • Garbage will not be collected in cardboard boxes. • All garbage must be contained in a plastic bag in order to be collected.

Glass and Other Sharp Objects Every year, collection personnel are injured due to broken glass and other sharp objects that are not packed properly. Please help keep our workers safe by packing these items in a sealed cardboard box clearly labelled Broken Glass or Sharp Object and set it out with your regular garbage collection. Please note: For safety reasons, residents are not permitted to put items into the collection vehicles.

REMINDERS:

WEEK. For your garbage collection schedule, check out your 2017 Community and Waste Manageent Calendar.

Renovation and construction waste are not collected at the curb. Treated or painted wood, cabinetry, siding, windows, plate glass and other construction waste weighing no more than 500 kg can be dropped off as garbage at the Georgina Waste Transfer Station or a York Region waste depot. Disposal fees apply. Materials such as drywall, untreated wood, bricks or concrete can be dropped off free-of-charge at select York Region depots. Please refer to page 4 for more information.

Electronic Equipment Recycling Electronic equipment, also known as E-Waste, is banned from curbside collection. These items contain hazardous substances and valuable resources that need to be recycled, reused or disposed of properly. Residents should dispose of E-Waste at any of York Region’s depots. Aurora residents can drop off unwanted or obsolete electronic devices for recycling and safe disposal at our annual E-Waste collection events. Please refer to page 1 for dates.

February 2017 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

REMINDER: All waste materials must be set out at the curb by 7 a.m.

VALENTINE’S DAY

FAMILY DAY

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Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Reasons for Missed or Refused Collection While having your material left behind is upsetting, it is important to remember there is often a good reason for it. Common reasons for missed and refused collection are:

• Items were not set out on time. As a reminder, items must be to the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. • Green Bin, Blue Box, garbage bags/cans exceeds the 22 kg (50 lbs) weight limit. • Garbage/recycling is hidden behind parked vehicles or snow banks. • Presence of prohibited waste. For example: hazardous waste, tires, grass clippings/sod, construction/demolition waste etc. • Contamination of recyclables with garbage, plastic bags, Styrofoam, etc. • Toilet bowl and tank are not separated.

• Waste is not placed in proper containers. For example: yard waste set out in plastic bags, oversized, damaged container or in cardboard boxes. • Recyclable items were placed in clear plastic bags instead of the Blue Box. • Cardboard is not broken down, bundled and tied. • Collection may be delayed due to inclement weather. • Organics have unacceptable items in the Green Bin. • Collection boxes must be placed no more than 5 metres to 16.5 ft from the street.

WEEK. For your garbage collection schedule, check out your 2017 Community and Waste Manageent Calendar.

March 2017 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

REMINDERS:

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

• E-Waste and batteries are not collected at the curb. Please drop them off at an appropriate collection depot. Please refer to page 4. • There is a maximum of five bulky items per scheduled collection.

Daylight Saving Time begins (turn clocks forward one-hour)

First day of Spring

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Leaf and Yard Waste Collection Yard waste is collected bi-weekly with recycling from April to December, as part of your regularly scheduled collection day. Yard Waste Reminders

• Weeds, plant trimmings, crab apples and leaves must be placed in kraft paper yard bags or a rigid, open-top container that has sturdy handles. • If using rigid containers for yard waste, please ensure you place a “Yard Waste” sticker on the container. Yard waste stickers are available at Aurora Town Hall. • Maximum weight allowed for yard waste is 22 kg (50 lbs.). • In cooler weather, yard waste items can freeze to containers which may cause containers to crack. • Yard waste in plastic bags, cardboard boxes, Blue Boxes, Green Bins, laundry bins, blue recycling bags and biodegradable bags will not be collected. • Seasonal décor such as pumpkins, straw and corn stalks are collected as yard waste. Please use twine to bundle branches as shown. Do not use rope.

Backyard Composting Composting at home produces an excellent soil conditioner that will improve the quality of your soil and the plants growing in it. At the same time, you will reduce your kitchen and yard waste disposal. For backyard composting tips, please visit the Town's website at aurora.ca/composting.

30cm (12” ) Maximum 10cm (4” ) dia. 1.2 m (4’)

Grasscycling

Grass clippings help retain moisture in your lawn and supply the soil with nitrogen, which creates lush, green grass. So make life easy – when you mow your grass leave the clippings on the lawn.

April 2017 SUNDAY

YOUR YARD

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

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FRIDAY

DAMAGED BINS

SATURDAY

If your Blue Box or Green Bin is damaged, return them to Aurora Town Hall and receiveLove a replacement atBanner.indd no charge. Your Yard N6

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REMINDER: Soil, sod and grass clippings are not collected in Aurora's curbside yard waste program.

GOOD FRIDAY

Friday's scheduled collection is moved to Saturday due to the Good Friday statutory holiday

EASTER SUNDAY

17 EASTER MONDAY 18

Aurora’s Annual Clean-up Day

Continue with weekly regular collection schedule

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30 Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

May 2017 SUNDAY

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

6 Free Compost Giveaway Day

VICTORIA DAY

E-waste Event Curbside Giveaway Day

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

DID YOU KNOW...

When food waste breaks down in a landfill, greenhouse gases are released. Please do not throw food in the garbage; use your Green Bin or backyard composter.

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Fight the bite!

Protect yourself against

Lyme disease

Lyme disease can be passed to humans through the bite of an infected black-legged tick. Reduce your risk:

• Cover up when you go outside • Check yourself and your children for ticks • Use insect repellent when outdoors

June 2017 SUNDAY REMINDER:

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

Please place all items at the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled collection day. Collection crews will not return for late items placed at the curb.

REMINDER:

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Used tissues, paper napkins and paper plates can go in the Green Bin.

First day of Summer

Curbside Giveaway Day

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Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Special Events in Aurora More

Exciting events providing individuals and families with an unforgettable event experience throughout the year in Aurora.

Arctic Adventure Bundle up and spend Family Day at Aurora Town Park. Take in some great outdoor activities such as mini snow tubing, snow shoeing, skating, live entertainment, professional ice carving and much more. For more details, please visit aurora.ca/arcticadventure

Aurora Art Show and Sale Colour isn’t just an adjective…it can be an experience. All art enthusiasts this is a must see event featuring over 300 pieces of artwork. Artists will display their original two and threedimensional artwork. For more details, please visit: aurora.ca/artshow

Canada Day Festivities Enjoy family-oriented activities, live entertainment, a parade, fireworks and more! For more details please visit: aurora.ca/canadaday

Movies in the Park Enjoy seeing movies under the stars on Canada’s largest outdoor screen. Bring a blanket to snuggle with and a lawn chair to relax in while enjoying this fantastic experience. Movies start after sunset. For details, please visit: aurora.ca/moviesinthepark

Aurora’s Ribfest Enjoy a full weekend of fantastic food including ribs from professional barbecue teams and so many other culinary delights! Full beer garden and live entertainment. For hours of operation, admission details and entertainment line-up, please visit: aurora.ca/ribfest

Santa Under the Stars Parade Don’t miss this year’s parade. Aurora is the first municipality to bring night time parades to life! Dress-up in your winter attire with a cup of hot chocolate and join us for this year’s evening parade as Santa comes to Aurora! For route and road closure details, please visit: aurora.ca/santaparade

Easter Egg Hunt

Theatre in the Park

Colours of Fall Concert

Tree Lighting Ceremony

Hop on down to Aurora's Easter Egg Hunt this spring. The hunt for eggs is egg-citing, and so are the series of games and activities for kids. Baby bunnies and baby chicks will also be visiting for the day. For admission details, please visit: aurora.ca/ easteregghunt

Enjoy a live Shakespeare theatrical performance. Don’t miss out on seeing Shakespeare’s work come to life. For details, please visit: aurora.ca/theatre

Enjoy an evening of pumpkin carving, live entertainment and a community corn roast! For details please visit: aurora.ca/fallconcert

Join the family fun and festivities, greet Santa, listen to a special reading by Mrs. Claus and sing carols. You don’t want to miss out trimming the Town’s tree, live reindeer and more. For festive details please visit: aurora/treelighting

Aurora’s Multicultural Festival Join us at this fun-filled family event featuring all of the cultures of the world. This event will showcase live entertainment, food vendors and activities for kids. For more details, please visit: aurora.ca/ multiculturalfestival

Concerts in the Park Enjoy our outdoor concert tradition this summer. All you need to bring with you is your family, friends, chairs and enjoy! Food vendors will be setup on-site. For more details, please visit: aurora.ca/summerconcerts

Aurora’s Haunted Forest Join us for some scary surprises throughout the many haunted trails leading up to a bonfire and more! This event is great for families and those looking for a good scare. To find wristband and event details, please visit: aurora./hauntedforest

Town of Aurora Parks & Recreation Services www.aurora.ca | Special Events Line 905-726-4762

Family First Night Ring in the New Year early with your family and friends. Enjoy magic shows, reptile shows, swimming, skating, games, children’s activities and more. For details, please visit: aurora.ca/firstnight

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July 2017 SUNDAY

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REMINDER: Avoid watering your lawn or garden during the heat of

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the day; up to 50% of the water is lost to evaporation.

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DID YOU KNOW? Plastic bags do not belong in the Blue Box.

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Check your local grocery store to see if they collect plastic bags or visit york.ca/plastic bags.

31 Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

CANADA DAY

Curbside Giveaway Day

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Fight the bite!

Protect yourself against

West Nile virus

West Nile virus can be passed to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Reduce your risk:

• Clean up standing water around your home • Cover up when you go outside • Use insect repellent when outdoors

August 2017 SUNDAY

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REMINDER:

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All waste materials must be set out at the curb by 7 a.m.

CIVIC HOLIDAY

Curbside Giveaway Day

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Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

What is Household Hazardous Waste?

What is Electronic Waste?

Household hazardous waste (HHW) is anything in your home that is corrosive, explosive, flammable, or poisonous and is no longer needed. It should be brought to a HHW depot where it will be disposed of safely.

Electronic waste (e-waste) is any electronic equipment in your home that no longer works and cannot be repaired. E-waste should not be thrown in the garbage as these items contain materials considered to be hazardous.

Examples of HHW include: • Aerosol cans (full • Nail polish and polish or partially full) remover • Batteries • Paints (liquid and solid) • Compact fluorescent • Paint thinner and varnish light bulbs remover • Gasoline • Perfume and cologne • Glues and adhesives • Pesticides, insecticides and herbicides • Cleaning products • Pharmaceuticals • Fertilizers • Propane tanks • Hydrogen peroxide • Used motor oil and filters • Rubbing alcohol

Examples of e-waste include: • Cameras • Cellphones, telephones, pagers and fax machines • Computers, modems, keyboards and mice • Monitors, hard drives, and laptops (limit of four per day) • Printers and scanners • Televisions (limit of two per day) • VCRs, DVD players, radios, stereos and speakers

E-waste Depots:

Limits apply

Disassembled electronics will not be accepted.

Limits apply.

HHW Depots: East Gwillimbury HHW and Recycling Depot 225 Garfield Wright Boulevard East Gwillimbury Georgina Transfer Station 23068 Warden Avenue Georgina Markham HHW Depot Rodick Road, South of Miller Avenue Markham Vaughan HHW Depot 2840 Rutherford Road, Vaughan

For more information visit york.ca/waste or call 1-866-665-6752

East Gwillimbury HHW and Recycling Depot 225 Garfield Wright Boulevard East Gwillimbury Elgin Mills CEC 1124 Elgin Mills Road East Richmond Hill Georgina Transfer Station 23068 Warden Avenue Georgina

Markham HHW Depot Rodick Road, South of Miller Avenue Markham McCleary Court CEC 130 McCleary Court Vaughan Vaughan HHW Depot 2840 Rutherford Road Vaughan

September 2017 SUNDAY

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REMINDER:

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The Town does not replace lost or stolen Blue Boxes and Green Bins, only damaged/broken bins.

LABOUR DAY

Curbside Giveaway Day

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

York Region’s

ways

For many families, shopping and preparing meals comes with a lot of food waste. On average, York Region households throw away $1,500 worth of food each year. Here are some simple tips to reduce food waste and save time and money:

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Discover tips for planning healthy family meals at york.ca/goodfood

to save time, money and reduce waste

Plan ahead and shop with a list (check your cupboards in advance to avoid buying duplicates) Buy only what you need; bulk buying or buying on sale is only cost effective if the product is actually used Choose recipes you can make ahead, giving you more time with your family and friends Serve smaller portions; preparing or setting out more than they can eat is more food wasted Freeze leftovers to enjoy later; soups, stews, pasta and casseroles freeze well

#PlanPrepareEnjoy

SCRAPE THE DISHES BEFORE YOU WASH. DON’T POUR

FATS, OILS OR GREASE DOWN THE DRAIN.

Fats, oils and grease can have a serious impact on your home and the environment. When poured down the sink, drain or toilet, they can clog your pipes and our sewers. Fats, oils and grease are byproducts of cooking, including: butter and margarine, cooking oils (including deep frying oils), meat fats, salad dressings, sauces, gravies, shortening and lard. PROPER Disposal • Fats, oils and grease are organic waste that belong in your green bin • Wait for fats, oils and grease to cool and harden, then scrape into the green bin • Use a small amount of paper towel to help wipe and absorb the liquid before placing it in your green bin • Liquid cooking oil can also be dropped off at a York Region waste depot to be recycled into biodiesel Cool it, scrape it, green bin it. visit york.ca/fog

October 2017 SUNDAY

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THANKSGIVING DAY

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14 E-waste Event

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

REMINDER:

Soil/sod/grass clippings are not collected in Aurora's curbside yard waste program.

Seasonal décor such as pumpkins, straw and corn stalks are collected as yard waste.

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Clothing/Textile Recycling in Aurora

Are you using acceptable containers? A reminder to Town of Aurora residents To ensure your waste and recycling is collected, please use the following approved sizes: Waste container size: Maximum 133 L (35 gal.) Recycling container size: Minimum 68 L (18 gal.) Maximum 83 L (22 gal.) Maximum weight: Maximum 22 kg (50 lbs.)

ACCEPTED CONTAINERS:

MAX. 133L

MAX. 133L (35 GAL)

NOT ACCEPTED:

MIN. 68L (18 GAL)

MAX. 83L (22 GAL)

For more information, please call 905-727-1375, or visit www.aurora.ca/wasteandrecycling

Textiles including used clothing, sheets, towels and fabrics make up 5 per cent of what gets thrown away as garbage from households in York Region. The Town of Aurora is working to provide residents with convenient recycling options that will keep these items out of landfill. Aurora residents can re-purpose unwanted clothing and textiles at collection bins at Town facilities 24-hours a day: • Stronach Aurora Recreation Centre, 1400 Wellington Street East Front parking lot at the southeast corner • Aurora Community Centre, 1 Community Centre Lane Front entryway • Aurora Public Library, 15145 Yonge Street Rear parking lot • Aurora Family Leisure Complex, 135 Industrial Parkway North Rear parking lot at the northwest corner

The Town of Aurora is also piloting door-to-door textile collection services. For more information on this program, visit www.aurora.ca/clothingrecycling.

November 2017 SUNDAY

DID YOU KNOW?

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4 Daylight Saving Time ends (turn clocks back one-hour)

Refilling a 1-litre water bottle with tap water costs less than 1 cent and saves 6 oz. of oil.

DID YOU KNOW?

REMEMBRANCE DAY

Using a mug can save 500 disposable cups from being thrown away each year.

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Bi-weekly Collection – Yard Waste

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

Metal Goods or Appliance Collection To dispose of metal goods or appliances, please call our waste collection contractor, GFL at 905-713-0005 or 1-866-421-5625 to schedule a collection date.

Metal Goods or Appliance Collection Acceptable metal goods include: • Air conditioners • Appliances • Bath tubs • Barbecues • Bed frames • Empty hot water tanks • Furniture • Home safes • Ladders • Sinks • Swing sets Acceptable appliances include: • Dryers • Microwaves • Refrigerators • Stoves • Washing machines

IMPORTANT! We DO NOT accept propane tanks

All Drop-off Depots are listed on page 4

PROGRAM GUIDELINES • Call our waste collection contractor, GFL, at 905-713-0005 or 1-866-421-5625 to schedule a collection date. • For safety reasons, please remove doors from refrigerators, freezers, ovens, dishwashers, washers and dryers. • Metal items and appliances must be set out by 7 a.m. • Collection vehicles will only go by once. Vehicles will not return for items that have been set out late. • Unacceptable items will be tagged with an explanation notice and will not be collected. • Property owners are responsible for cleaning up and disposing of unacceptable items. • Metal items and appliance collection items do not require a special tag. • There is no limit for metal goods and appliances. • Collection of bulky goods does not require a scheduled appointment. You can place up to five bulky items at the curb on your scheduled collection day. Any items over the five item limit will be tagged and left at the curb. Consider donating reusable items to charity or a re-use centre.

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HAPPY HOLIDAYS!

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Best wishes for a safe and happy holiday season. 3

CHRISTMAS DAY

BOXING DAY

NEW YEAR’S DAY

Weekly Collection – Green Bin & Recycling

Bi-weekly Collection – Garbage

Consult map on page 3 for your Collection Day

What goes in the blue box? PAPER Cardboard • Cardboard boxes (flattened) • Pizza and shoe boxes Newsprint • Flyers • Magazines • Newspapers • Telephone books Household paper • Calendars and posters • Envelopes • Junk mail • Note paper and sticky notes • Office paper and pads

Polycoat containers • Paper coffee cups (no lids) • Drink boxes or tetra packs (no straws) • Frozen food boxes • Frozen juice containers (separate lids) • Juice and milk cartons Other paper • Boxboard (e.g. cereal boxes) • Bristol board • Egg cartons/flats • File folders • Greeting cards/index cards • Paper bags • Paper cups • Paper packaging • Paper towel and toilet paper rolls • Wrapping paper (non-metallic)

All containers must be empty and clean. Metal lids must be removed and placed in blue box separately.

PLASTIC (empty containers)

METAL

Plastic household containers • Antifreeze and windshield washer bottles • Baby wipe containers • Detergent bottles • Household cleaning product containers • Medicine bottles (larger than two-inches in diameter) • Plastic bottles/jugs/pails • Plastic plant pots/trays

Steel containers • Aerosol cans (empty) • Cookie tins • Metal food and soup cans • Paint cans (empty, lids off)

Plastic food and drink containers • Bakery trays and clamshells • Microwaveable plastic food trays • Plastic egg cartons • Plastic tubs and lids (ice cream, margarine, yogurt tubs, etc.) • Take-out food containers • Water and pop bottles

DON’T KNOW WHERE IT GOES?

Visit york.ca/bindicator York Region’s online, easy-to-use waste database

Aluminum containers • Aluminum foil (rolled into ball) • Aluminum plates and trays • Pop cans

What does NOT go in the Blue Box? Batteries Coffee pods/discs Dishes/glasses Foam packaging Medical waste (needles) Plastic bags (of any kind) Propane tanks

GLASS • Bottles • Jars

For more information, visit york.ca/waste or call 1-866-665-6752

Questions or Comments? Scan this code to visit the Town of Aurora’s website.

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Collection Inquiries / Metal or Appliance Pick-up

Other Waste Management Questions/Concerns

Green For Life (GFL) 1-866-421-5625 / 905-713-0005 gfl.ca

905-727-1375 aurora.ca/wasteandrecycling

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