Residents in Bridgewater can take advantage of free curbside collection for wood and metal items from May 12 to May 15, 2026. This service, provided by South Shore Waste Solutions, occurs on residents’ regular collection days.
To participate, items must be prepared according to specific guidelines. Households are limited to a maximum of 100 kilograms combined. Individual items must be no longer than 1.8 metres. Residents are asked to separate wood and metal into two distinct piles at the curb. Additionally, any spikes or brackets longer than 15 centimetres must be removed from wood before pickup.
Certain appliances, including fridges, freezers, water coolers, and air conditioners, are not eligible for curbside collection unless they have been professionally drained and stickered. Residents can drop off these appliances free of charge at the facility located at 908 Mullock Road in Whynott’s Settlement. The facility is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm and Saturdays from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm.
The collection is managed by the Municipal Joint Services Board, a group established in 2013 to coordinate waste services for the District of Lunenburg, the Town of Bridgewater, and the Town of Mahone Bay. Residents should be aware that local collection routes in Bridgewater were updated on March 30, 2026, to move to a Tuesday through Friday schedule.
For questions or assistance regarding the collection, residents can contact the office at 902-543-2991 or reach out to the waste hotline at 1-855-530-3324.
