The Town of Cochrane, Ontario is warning residents that garbage collection may fall behind schedule on streets where construction is happening. A notice posted by the municipality on June 3, 2026 says ongoing road work and tight access for collection trucks could push pickup times later than usual for the foreseeable future.
Residents are still expected to place their green bins at the curb on their regular collection day. Crews will pick up the waste as soon as they can get through, according to the town’s notice. Anyone with questions about their street can call the Infrastructure Services Department at 705-272-5086.
The delays come as heavy construction unfolds across Cochrane. On May 28, 2026, crews began pulverizing and paving multiple road sections, along with sidewalk and curb work, a project that continues to limit driving lanes. A separate closure on Silver Queen Road South is set for June 5, 2026 for a culvert replacement, which could further restrict garbage truck access.
Weekly curbside garbage collection is run by the town’s Infrastructure Services Department, while GFL Environmental handles recycling. Earlier this year, a March 16 recycling pickup was completely missed and pushed to March 23 because of a winter storm, showing how weather and road conditions can quickly disrupt service in the community.
The town has not published a text list of the exact streets affected by the current construction, though a map has been made available; residents are encouraged to watch for updates and call the department if their pickup seems delayed.
