Niagara Region is making some changes to its pricing for its regional landfills.
The fee for garbage, construction and demolition materials weighing 51 kg or more will increase to $117 a tonne (from the current $115).
- Materials weighing 50 kg or less will be at the $5 minimum. The minimum charge is now applicable on the first 50 kg, rather than the previous amount, which was on the first 60 kg.
- The fee for asbestos will increase from $300 per tonne to $385 per tonne.
The region said that staff recommended an increase to Regional Council after reviewing fees compared to other municipalities and private sector options for disposal.
Niagara Region encourages residents to separate all recyclable material to reduce the waste going to the landfill.
Residents can also save money if they sort their recyclable materials.
They can drop-off recyclable items free at the landfill site and then go across the scales with the items they will be charged for.
For more information, visit Niagara Region's waste management website.
