City of Peterborough Waives Large Item Pickup Fee
/As part of the Clean Streets Peterborough initiative, the City of Peterborough is introducing a free Large Item Pickup pilot program for the remainder of 2026.
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According to the City, the pilot will help evaluate participation levels, service demand and overall program performance while making the service more accessible to residents.
Collections must be booked in advance. Residents can select a collection week when booking and place eligible items at the curb during the designated set out time for collection.
Collection can be scheduled online at peterborough.ca/pickup. Bookings can also be made by phone at 705-742-7777 or in person at Service Peterborough, City Hall.
Large Item Pickup is intended for items that are too big or heavy for regular curbside collection. Eligible large items are defined as those weighing more than 13.6 kg (30 lbs) and longer than 1 m (3 ft). Collection is offered monthly from April through September.
“This pilot makes it easier for residents to dispose of large household items while reducing barriers to accessing the service,” said Councillor Don Vassiliadis and Councillor Keith Riel, Municipal Operations Co-Chairs, in a joint statement. “Removing the fee gives us an opportunity to see how the change affects participation and demand, providing valuable insight into how the service is used.”
Large Item Pickup will be available during the following collection weeks:
June 22
July 27
Aug. 24
Sept. 28
