Whitby residents can set out unwanted but still-usable items at the curb on Saturday, September 19, from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. as part of the Region of Durham’s annual Curbside Giveaway Day. The event invites everyone across the region to mark items “Free” and let neighbours take what they need.
The event, run by the Region of Durham, is designed to reduce waste going to landfill while giving items a second life and connecting neighbours. Items can include appliances, bicycles, tools, furniture, books, kitchen utensils, building materials, computers, electronics, and clothing. Mattresses, baby car seats, cribs, opened personal protective equipment, garbage, chemicals, weapons, and food are not allowed.
Residents who find unclaimed items at the end of the day should bring them back inside, donate them to charity, or post them on a free classifieds website. Items left at the curb after 7 p.m. may be subject to by-law enforcement.
Curbside Giveaway Day first launched as a pilot in September 2023 with seven of eight Durham municipalities participating. Oshawa joined in later events, making it a region-wide initiative. It was developed by Andrew Evans, Durham Region’s director of waste management, for environmental reasons and in response to the rising cost of living.
More information about accepted items and how to participate is available on the Region of Durham website.
