FAQs
What is a Solid Waste Management Master Plan?
A Solid Waste Management Master Plan will serve as a roadmap for the County's solid waste management programs and practices over the next 25 years.
The plan will guide short-term (now to 2027), medium-term (2027–2040), and long-term (2040 and beyond) waste management decisions, assessing the currents state of the County’s programs while also laying the foundation for a sustainable and resilient waste management system that meets the needs of the growing community.
Why is a Solid Waste Management Master Plan important?
The plan helps communities improve waste management, reduce environmental impacts, and plan for future waste disposal needs. It also ensures compliance with local, provincial, and federal regulations.
How does this affect me?
The Solid Waste Management Master Plan will directly impact the services you rely on every week - like garbage pickup, recycling, and potential future waste diversion programs.
Your feedback will help us understand what’s working, where improvements are needed, and how you feel about new options such as composting or waste reduction initiatives. Once the plan is approved and implemented, residents may see updates to collection services, more opportunities to divert waste from landfill, and possible changes to disposal fees or regulations.
Will waste collection change?
Changes to waste collection will be part of the plan, especially if new waste diversion programs or initiatives are introduced. Any updates will be communicated to residents.
How can I contribute to the success of the plan?
Residents can support the plan by properly sorting their waste, recycling, composting, and staying informed about new programs or regulations. Subscribe to receive updates about waste collection and recycling at brant.ca/Subscribe.
Will there be additional costs for residents or businesses?
Depending on the programs and practices implemented, there may be changes in fees and/or costs for waste disposal or incentives for recycling and waste reduction efforts. As this information is determined and finalized it will be communicated to residents.
What types of waste are covered under the plan?
The plan considers household, commercial, hazardous, and organic waste, along with methods for their proper disposal.
Why is Blue Box recycling not considered in the Plan?
The Blue Box recycling program transitioned to Producer Responsibility; As of January 1, 2025 the County is no longer involved in the residential curbside collection Blue Box program.