Organics Program | County of Peterborough

Participate in our organics diversion programs! Depot Molok Organic collection is available throughout the County. Curbside Organic collection is available to Bridgenorth residents.

Depot Molok Organic Drop-off

Organic drop-offs are available to Peterborough County residents in North Kawartha (Anstruther), Trent Lakes (Buckhorn), Cavan Monaghan (Syer Line), Havelock-Belmont-Methuen (6th Line), and Douro-Dummer (Hall's Glen) transfer stations. Organic materials are accepted free of charge.

Curbside Organics Collection

A curbside green bin program is available to Bridgenorth residents.

Absolutely no plastic, including biodegradable or compostable bags, can go in our organics programs.

Organic material is brought to the Peterborough Compost Facility to be turned into compost – A nutrient-rich fertilizer which improves soil health and contributes to a circular economy.

Residents can use certified compostable liners to keep their green bin clean. These bags can also be used for pet waste.
Two types of liner bags are accepted:

Paper liner bags: Available at local stores, these bags don’t need certification logos. You can also use any paper bag. When placing your green bin at the curb, loosen the liner from the bin's sides and bottom.
Certified compostable liner bags: Made from plant-based material, these bags are tested to fully compost. Only certified compostable bags with the BPI or Certified Compostable logos are accepted in our Green Bin program.

Note: Non-certified bags, like "oxo-degradable" products, are not accepted and cannot be processed at our facility.

Accepted in the Organics program:

Food waste
tea bags, coffee grounds and filters
eggs and egg shells
corn cobs and husks
meat, poultry, fish, shellfish and bones
vegetable scraps, peels, fruit cores, pits and peels
dairy products
cereal, flour, pasta, bread, grains and rice
nuts and shells
Halloween pumpkins (remove candles)
desserts, candy, chocolate
baked goods
food grease and fats
herbs & spices
paper waste
tissues, paper napkins and towels, muffin cups (not waxed or parchment)
microwavable popcorn bags
house plants
sawdust from untreated wood only
hamster / guinea pig cage bedding (wood and cedar shavings) and newspaper from bird cages
feathers and hair (animal or human)

Not Accepted in the Organics program:

The following items cannot be processed at the Peterborough organics facility and should be disposed of in the garbage or recycling:

plastic bags, milk bags, baggies and plastic food containers
wax or plastic coated paper plates
pizza boxes
plastic stir sticks and coffee pods
plastic-lined paper packaging and take out containers
diapers and wipes, cotton balls, make up pads, dental floss, cotton swabs (Q-Tips) and condoms
popsicle sticks, toothpicks, and chopsticks
artificial plants, carpets and rugs
gum
cigarette butts
meat/fish tray absorbent pads
pet pee mats, kitty litter and pet waste (no plastic bags)
feminine hygiene products (sanitary pads
wax (candles)
clothing & rags
aluminum pie plates, trays
hot and cold drink cups
wine corks
dead animals
wax and parchment paper, aluminum foil and roasting pans
dryer sheets & lint
disposable mop sheets, and vacuum bags
wood ashes

Note: Yard waste (like brush and leaves) will be collected separately and should be disposed of separately.

Organics Tips

Odour Control

- - You may use store bought paper liners, or simply use newspaper
  - Freezing meat and bones (or other stinky items) until collection day will help reduce smells

Bug Patrol

- - Keep fruit flies at bay by keeping lids tightly shut, emptying often, and rinsing frequently with vinegar