Update: Christmas Tree Disposal Through Peterborough County
Reminder: There is no curbside collection of Christmas trees in the County of Peterborough.
You can drop off your tree free-of charge during daylight hours the Peterborough County Douro Depot (713 County Road 4) until January 11th, 2026.
Please Note: Peterborough County will NOT be accepting trees at any of their other depots (including the Centre Line Depot).
Please remove all decorations, tree stands, and bags or nets. Artificial trees are not accepted.
Alternatively, trees can be disposed of at the Smith Landfill (1480 County Road 18) – tipping fees apply.
Holiday Hours & Information
The Municipal Office (1310 Centre Line) will be CLOSED at 12:00PM on Wednesday, December 24th, 2025 and will return to regular operating hours on Friday, January 2nd, 2026 at 8:30 AM. Building inspections will not be available from December 24th to January 1st.
The Smith Landfill (1480 County Road 18) with be CLOSED on Christmas Day, Boxing Day & New Years Day.
For changes to garbage and recycling collection, please visit: selwyntownship.ca/HolidayWasteCollectionSchedule
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