Kenora Dump & Landfill Guide
There is 1 public waste site serving Kenora. Check hours, fees and accepted items below before you load the truck.
The Kenora site
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Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility
Call ahead to confirmMon-Fri 8-5:30; Sat 8:30-4; Sun 10-4 (Nov 1, 2026-May 23, 2027), Sun 8:30-4 (summer)
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Hours
| Site | Hours |
|---|---|
| Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | Mon-Fri 8-5:30; Sat 8:30-4; Sun 10-4 (Nov 1, 2026-May 23, 2027), Sun 8:30-4 (summer) |
Statutory holiday hours often differ. Check the official site before a long weekend.
Fees
| Site | Listed fees | Residents only? |
|---|---|---|
| Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | Bag tags $2.75/bag; $23.70 min (250 kg or less); $142/t over 250 kg; recycling and bagged leaves free (2026) | Unknown |
What goes where
| Item | Take it to | Not accepted at |
|---|---|---|
| Household garbage | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | None listed |
| Furniture and bulky items | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | None listed |
| Renovation and construction debris | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | None listed |
| Tires | Not confirmed | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility |
| Appliances | Not confirmed | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility |
| Electronics | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | None listed |
| Yard waste and brush | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | None listed |
| Scrap metal | Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility | None listed |
Based on each operator's published list. Items not shown haven't been confirmed for Kenora.
Before you go
- Bring photo ID or proof of address.
- Separate recycling, scrap metal and yard waste from garbage. They're often cheaper or free.
- Cover and tie down your load. Unsecured loads can be ticketed in Ontario.
- Fridges, freezers and air conditioners usually need a refrigerant-removed tag.
Questions people ask
Where is the dump in Kenora?
1 public waste site serves Kenora: Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility (401 Mellick Ave, Kenora).
What are the Kenora dump hours?
Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility: Mon-Fri 8-5:30; Sat 8:30-4; Sun 10-4 (Nov 1, 2026-May 23, 2027), Sun 8:30-4 (summer). Holiday hours often differ, so check before a long weekend.
How much does it cost to go to the dump in Kenora?
Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility: Bag tags $2.75/bag; $23.70 min (250 kg or less); $142/t over 250 kg; recycling and bagged leaves free (2026).
Does the Kenora dump take shingles, drywall or mattresses?
Shingles: not confirmed, ask the site before you go. Drywall: not confirmed, ask the site before you go. Mattresses: not confirmed, ask the site before you go.
Can non-residents use the Kenora dump?
Kenora Area Solid Waste Transfer Facility doesn't say; bring proof of address in case.
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