Laird Township Services
Waste Disposal Site
The Township’s waste disposal site on Government Road, for household garbage, recycling and the Share Shed.
Location
1606 Government Road
Get Directions to the Waste Disposal Site (opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Hours (Year Round)
- Wednesdays: 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Please Do Not Feed Cats or Other Animals
Feeding stray cats or other animals at the Waste Disposal Site is strictly prohibited. It spreads disease, attracts more stray and wild animals, and creates safety and sanitation problems for staff and visitors. Thank you for your cooperation.
Disposal Site Operations
- Household Garbage Disposal
- Share Shed
- Household Recycling Program
- Electronics Recycling Program
- Battery Recycling Program
Disposal Site Attendant
The disposal site attendant is on site during operating hours. The attendant is there to assist you, so please be kind and courteous. If you are unsure where items belong, please ask the attendant.
Hazardous Waste
Laird Township has an agreement with the City of Sault Ste. Marie to allow residents access to the Sault Ste. Marie Hazardous Waste Depot (opens in a new tab).
Important Notice: Propane Tanks Not Accepted
Propane tanks are not accepted at the Laird Township Waste Disposal Site or in the metal recycling bin. Old tanks can be dropped off free of charge at Pit Stop Gas Bar / JT Automotive in Echo Bay.
Household Garbage Disposal
There is no charge for disposal of household kitchen garbage. Other items such as construction materials, appliances, and furniture may require a tipping fee. All items must be placed in designated areas. Please ask the attendant if unsure.
Recycling
More information:
Laird Township Recycling ProgramShare Shed
The Share Shed is located within the disposal site and is open during operating hours. It allows residents to drop off and take gently used household items at no cost. Items are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Clothing and fabric items such as stuffed animals are not permitted. Please find alternative donation options for these materials.
Tipping Fees (Disposal Fees)
Tipping fees must be paid before depositing items at the disposal site. Payments may be made at the Municipal Office during regular hours or to the site attendant.
Residents may be asked to provide proof of residency to help track site usage.
Current tipping fees are set out in Schedule G of By-law 2077-26 (User Fees and Charges).
By-law 2077-26: PDF version of By-law 2077-26 (opens in a new tab) HTML version of By-law 2077-26