A list of upcoming garbage, recycling and composting events in Aurora.
Community Cleanup Day |
Our next community cleanup days:
You can participate by following the steps below:
Target locations for the cleanup are:
Please dress for all weather conditions. Thank you for helping to keep Aurora beautiful! Thank you to our 2025 sponsors: Home Hardware, Home Depot & Aurora Green Storage
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Curbside Giveaway Days |
Participate in the 2025 Curbside Giveaway Days on the following weekends:
During Curbside Giveaway Days, Aurora residents are invited to place unwanted, gently used items clearly labelled FREE at the curb for other residents to take for their own use, free of charge. This helps divert unwanted items out of landfill. All uncollected items should be removed from the curb after 5 p.m. on the Sunday. |
Rain Barrel Event |
Thank you to everyone who has purchased a rain barrel in 2025. Your purchase barrels help conserve water, reduce stormwater run-off, and saves water for your gardens. The link to purchase rain barrels for the year is now closed. Stay tuned for information on our 2026 event. Rain Barrel Benefits
For more information call 905-727-1375. |
E-Waste Days |
E-waste days take place on:
Time: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Location: Joint Operations Centre - 229 Industrial Parkway North. Looking to safely dispose of old or unwanted electronics. Look no further! Join us at one of our E-Waste Collection events from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Joint Operations Centre - 229 Industrial Parkway North. E-waste is collected and processed by Quantum Lifecycle Partners LP. For more information, please call 905-727-1375. Ensure your electronics are recycled at a facility that has been approved by the Ontario Electronic Stewardship (OES). OES is a non-profit industry funded organization that oversees electronics recycling through a network of approved collection sites and processors across the province. All OES processors are audited against criteria developed by Electronic Product Stewardship Canada to ensure that electronics are managed in an environmentally sound manner. Acceptable Items for E-waste collection Items include information technology, telecommunications and audio-visual equipment that have a primary purpose of collecting, storing, processing, presenting or communicating information, including sounds and images, recording or reproducing sounds and images. Batteries supplied with the equipment are also accepted. These include, but are not limited to: Display Devices (includes various technologies (e.g. CRT, LED, LCD, plasma)
Telephones & Accessories
Computers & Accessories
Printing, Copying & Scanning Equipment (includes desktop and floor-standing)
Stationary & Portable Audio/Video Systems
Musical Instruments & Equipment
Other
Please note: If an item has an electrical cord, it does not mean it is considered electronic waste. Items not accepted include, but are not limited to:
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Community Garage Sale |
Are you looking to declutter and simplify your life? Bring your unwanted treasures to our Community Garage sale to sell on Saturday, June 7, 2025. This is a free event open to Aurora residents, but space is limited. The event will take place rain or shine. No business vendors will be accepted. To participate you must register by Friday, May 30 to reserve your spot. A food vendor will be on-site for a nominal fee. To register, simply fill out the online form and gather the household items you want to sell.
Once you register, you will receive a confirmation that your spot has been secured.
Additional questions can be directed to Amanda Cutler at acutler@aurora.ca Registration will close when spots are full. Please note this is a cash only Garage Sale. Going Treasure Hunting? Join us on Saturday, June 7, 2025 at the Aurora Community Centre Parking lot (1 Community Centre Lane, Aurora) from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for our Community Garage Sale. Don't miss out on this exciting event. Hunt for some new treasures, household items and more. A food vendor will be on-site for a nominal fee. Entertainment provided by Dave's Vinyl Party. Please note this is a cash only Garage Sale. |