Leaf and Yard Waste
Leaf and yard waste are collected from April until November in urban areas.
Find your zone
Residents who live outside of zones 1, 2 and 3 can bring leaf and yard waste free of charge to Norfolk's transfer stations in paper bags or bulk for composting. Loads of brush and branches will be charged the regular tipping fee.
2026 Leaf and yard waste schedule
Pick-up is for urban areas only. You can put out your leaf and yard items on your regular garbage and recycling collection day, following the schedules below.
Pick-up weeks by zone
Zone 1
- April 6 to 10
- April 20 to 24
Zone 2
- April 13 to 17
- April 27 to May 1
Zone 3
- April 13 to 17
- April 27 to May 1
Pick-up weeks by zone
Zone 1
- May 4 to 8
- May 19 to 23
Zones 2
- April 27 to May 1
- May 11 to May 15
- May 25 to 29
Zone 3:
- April 27 to May 1
- May 11 to May 15
- May 25 to 29
Pick-up weeks by zone
Zone 1
- June 1 to 5
Zone 2
- June 8 to 12
Zone 3
- June 15 to 19
Pick-up weeks by zone
Zone 1
- July 6 to 10
Zone 2:
- July 13 to 17
Zone 3
- July 20 to 24
Pick-up weeks by zone
Zone 1
- August 10 to 14
Zone 2
- August 17 to 21
Zone 3
- August 24 to 28
Pick-up weeks by zone
Zone 1
- September 14 to 18
Zone 2
- September 21 to 25
Zone 3
- September 28 to October 2
Starting September 29, 2026, waste is changing in Norfolk. Watch for more details closer to launch.
Starting September 29, 2026, waste is changing in Norfolk. Watch for more details closer to launch.
Leaf and yard waste guidelines
- All leaves and yard waste must be placed curbside in brown paper leaf bags with the tops rolled shut
- Plastic bags will not be collected
- There is no bag limit for paper bags
- Weight limit is 18kg (40lbs) per bag
- Do not include garbage, burnt leaves, flower pots, or animal waste
- Trimmings may be tied or bundled in lengths of less than 3’ (91 cm)
- No plastic twine or metal ties on bundles
Residents are reminded not to rake or blow leaves onto streets or neighbouring properties, in accordance with By-law 2004-213. Leaves can block catch basins, create slippery conditions on sidewalks and roads, and interfere with street sweeping operations.
Other options to dispose of your leaves
- Mulch leaves to use in gardens or flowerbeds, or leave them on your grass
- Compost leaves in your backyard composter
Recycle Coach
Enter your address below for your zone's leaf and yard waste schedule. You can also download the waste calendar (PDF) or install the Recycle Coach app on your mobile device.
2026 Waste Collection Calendar
Flip through the 2026 Norfolk County Waste Collection Calendar.
Contact Us
ServiceNorfolk
50 Colborne Street South
Simcoe, Ontario
N3Y 4H3
Phone: 519-426-5870 or 226-NORFOLK, extension 0
