Landfill

We have two landfills in the Township of Huron-Kinloss, the Huron Landfill and Kinloss Landfill. See below for specific information on types of waste at each.


Huron Landfill

The Huron Landfill is located at 2087 Concession 6 East, Ripley ON, N0G 2R0.

Hours of operations: Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m., year round.

Phone Number: 519-395-3500

What You Will Need to Bring

When bringing waste to our landfills, the following things are expected: 

  • We take cash or debit only. No credit cards. 
  • Proof of residency. Only residents and property owners can use the Landfill sites. You may be asked for proof of residency in Huron-Kinloss such as your driver's license or a tax bill. Please bring something with you so you are not turned away.
  • Proof of Source. Only waste from Township properties can be taken to the Landfill sites. If you are not a property owner in the Township but are bringing waste from the Township ie. contractor, please fill out the Proof of Source form and provide it to the attendant.

 Proof of Source form 

  • If you are making regular disposals at the landfill and would like to have an account, please complete and submit the Landfill Credit Application form. Allow at least 2 business days for processing. 

 Landfill Application Form  

  • Respect and Responsibility. The landfill is under the RZone policy which is to promote respect, commitment, and considerate relationships between the Township and the public to foster a safe and positive environment. Please respect our Staff and they will in turn respect you. Thank you. 

Recycling Programs Available at our Landfills

We have the following options to help you Reduce, Re-use, and Recycle to help create a more sustainable environment. The following recycling programs are available at the Huron Landfill and free of charge.

Single-use batteries only. No car batteries or lead acid batteries ie. lawn mower, boat. 

You can dispose of electric and electronic products at no charge. We have an expanded list of items which basically includes anything with a cord. Don't forget to wipe your drives, clear your SIM cards, and protect your privacy! 

 Click here for the full list.

Bins are available for common household recyclables including:

  • aluminum and steel containers (no pie plates, tin foil etc)
  • glass bottles and jars
  • plastics
  • newspaper
  • flat cardboard and boxboard

Recyclables must be sorted. See link for detailed list of what is accepted and what isn't https://www.brucerecycling.com/what-can-i-recycle

A shipping container is available for clean, dry expanded polystyrene.  Please see link for details and conditions.

We recycle any scrap steel including appliances. Glass shelving is to be removed and placed in the pit. 

Refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, and dehumidifiers are required to have CFC tags for proof that hazardous Freon/coolant has been removed or a fee will be charged. 

All tires are accepted for recycling except large tractor tires.   

Landfill Fees

Some things cost a fee to dispose of at the Huron Landfill site.  

Item

Fees Jan 1, 2025

Minimum Charge, max 90kg load

$13.00

Domestic Sorted Waste, per tonne

$140.00

Construction Material, per tonne

$140.00

Concrete/Brick, per tonne

$140.00

Stumps and logs over 6" diameter, per tonne

$140.00

Unsorted Waste, per tonne

$280.00

Mattress/Box Spring Disposal (recycled)

$28.00

Untagged Appliances (refrigerators, air conditioners), per unit

$25.00


Kinloss Landfill

The Kinloss Landfill is located at 690 Kairshea Ave.

Hours of Operation: Seasonally April - October only, Saturdays 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Accepted waste:

  • Brush
  • Household recyclables
  • Scrap steel & white goods (any Freon must be removed prior to drop off)
  • Tires

All taken free of charge.


Landfill Reports

The following annual reports are prepared by contracted engineers and sent to the Ministry of Environment, Conservation & Parks (MECP), per MECP regulation:

 

 

Contact Us

Township of Huron-Kinloss
21 Queen Street
P.O. Box 130
Ripley ON, N0G 2R0

Phone: 519-395-3735
Fax : 519-395-4107
info@huronkinloss.com

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