St. Thomas Dump & Landfill Guide
There is 1 public waste site serving St. Thomas. Check hours, fees and accepted items below before you load the truck.
The St. Thomas site
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St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre
Call ahead to confirmNov 17 2025-Mar 16 2026: Wed 8-4:30, Sat 8-3 (summer hours not posted)
Map
Hours
| Site | Hours |
|---|---|
| St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | Nov 17 2025-Mar 16 2026: Wed 8-4:30, Sat 8-3 (summer hours not posted) |
Statutory holiday hours often differ. Check the official site before a long weekend.
Fees
| Site | Listed fees | Residents only? |
|---|---|---|
| St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | $25 min chargeable load; garbage $135/t; shingles, C&D, wood $95/t; concrete $55/t; yard waste $10/load (5 bags free); untagged fridge $50 | Yes (St. Thomas, Southwold, Central Elgin, Aylmer, Malahide; proof required) |
What goes where
| Item | Take it to | Not accepted at |
|---|---|---|
| Household garbage | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Shingles | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Renovation and construction debris | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Tires | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Appliances | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Electronics | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Yard waste and brush | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Paint, batteries and other hazardous waste | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
| Scrap metal | St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre | None listed |
Based on each operator's published list. Items not shown haven't been confirmed for St. Thomas.
Before you go
- Bring photo ID or proof of address. Some St. Thomas sites are for residents only.
- 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 St. Thomas?
1 public waste site serves St. Thomas: St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre (330 South Edgeware Road, St. Thomas).
What are the St. Thomas dump hours?
St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre: Nov 17 2025-Mar 16 2026: Wed 8-4:30, Sat 8-3 (summer hours not posted). Holiday hours often differ, so check before a long weekend.
How much does it cost to go to the dump in St. Thomas?
St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre: $25 min chargeable load; garbage $135/t; shingles, C&D, wood $95/t; concrete $55/t; yard waste $10/load (5 bags free); untagged fridge $50.
Does the St. Thomas dump take shingles, drywall or mattresses?
Shingles: St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre. Drywall: not confirmed, ask the site before you go. Mattresses: not confirmed, ask the site before you go.
Can non-residents use the St. Thomas dump?
St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre is for residents only (St. Thomas, Southwold, Central Elgin, Aylmer, Malahide; proof required).
Nearby
Sources
- St. Thomas Community Recycling Centre: City of St. Thomas
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