Recycling | Town of LaSalle

New Circular Materials Recycling Program Begins January 2026

In June 2021, the province released the Blue Box Regulation shifting the financial and operational responsibility of recycling from municipalities to the organizations that produce packaging, paper, and packaging-like products. Ontario residents will be able to recycle more materials than ever before and recycle the same materials no matter where they live in Ontario.

Circular Materials will be fully responsible for operating Ontario's new recycling system for packaging and paper products. Under the new system, GFL Environmental will handle collection on behalf of Circular Materials.

Starting in January, 2026, a new single-stream recycling cart system will begin in Essex-Windsor. This means you will be able to combine all recyclables into your new recycling cart rather than separating them into different boxes. These carts simplify recycling, reduce litter, and provide increased storage capacity. Carts are already being delivered to homes and can be used as of January 1, 2026. Learn more about your new cart system.

Contact Information

For questions related to:

Replacement recycling containers
Missed collections
What you can recycle

Please contact GFL Environmental at WERecycling@gflenv.com | 1-844-415-4351.

For concerns or other recycling-related questions, please contact Circular Materials at customerservice@circularmaterials.ca | 1-877-667-2626.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is single-stream recycling?

Starting in January 2026, recycling will be easier with a new single-stream recycling cart system in Essex-Windsor. This means you will be able to combine all recyclables into your new recycling cart rather than separating them into different boxes. Some things to remember:

Sort materials: Ensure recyclables are separated from garbage and organic materials.

Bundle cardboard: Flatten any cardboard before placing it in the cart.

Ensure materials are clean, dry and loose: This helps ensure materials are ready for recycling.

With new tools and technology, residents can put their recyclables all in one bin, and it will be separated when it is delivered to the recycling plant. These carts simplify recycling, reduce litter, and provide increased storage capacity.

Am I paying for this new program on my taxes?

No. In June 2021, the province released the Blue Box Regulation shifting the financial and operational responsibility of recycling from municipalities to the organizations that produce packaging, paper and packaging-like products.

What do I need to know about the new recycling cart?

Store your carts until January when the new program begins.

Recycling carts have RFID identification and tracking systems, so each cart is assigned to a house to facilitate automated collection and tracking. As of January, residents will be required to use the recycling cart that is provided by GFL. Other carts/boxes will not be accepted

While GFL stated that they may consider collecting red/blue recycling boxes, it is still to be determined whether they will retrieve old/unwanted carts from residents at the time of new cart delivery. More information will be shared at a later date.

GFL is asking residents who are unsure about the size of the bin to try it for the first few recycle collections. Households that periodically generate more material than the 95-gallon cart can store their excess material until the next collection. Those who regularly exceed the 95-gallon cart capacity may contact GFL for an assessment to determine eligibility for a second cart.

What do I do if I have accessibility concerns?

Any accessibility concerns and/or special accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please contact GFL:

Phone: 1-844-415-4351

Email: WErecycling@gflenv.com

Essex Windsor Solid Waste Authority (EWSWA) Recycling Program

Until the end of December 2025, the Essex-Windsor Solid Waste Authority oversees recycling collection within Essex County. Recyclable items should be placed loosely in your recycling cart/bin and should be separated by material.

Use the Recycling Information resource flyer, and quick reference tool below to access your recycling schedule and find out what goes where. Plastic bags will not be collected.

If you have experienced any issues with the Blue/ Red Box recycling program use the button below to reach the GLF support web page, email WeRecycling@gflenv.com, or call GFL Environmental at 1-844-415-4351.

Report a Recycle Issue to GFL Environmental

Zones 1 and 2

LaSalle Recycling Zones

Zone 1: Residents who live in Zone 1 in the Town of LaSalle (all houses west of Malden Road, including the west side of Malden Road) will receive recycling collection every other Tuesday.

Zone 2: Residents who live in Zone 2 in the Town of LaSalle (all houses east of Malden Road, including the east side of Malden Road) will receive recycling collection every other Monday.