Mississauga's September 2022 garbage exemption dates

If you’re looking to de-clutter and create extra space at home, the garbage exemption period is coming up fast.

The Region of Peel’s Garbage Exemption period will take place from September 12 to September 22.

During a garbage exemption period:

• There is no maximum amount of acceptable garbage you can put on the curb.

• Garbage bag tags are not required.

• Extra garbage is collected only on your garbage collection day, not recycling day.

To find your garbage exemption day:

• Check your collection calendar.

• Receive convenient and free weekly collection reminders by email, text message, or phone call.

In order to be picked up, an extra garbage bag cannot:

• Weigh more than 20 kg (44 lbs).

• Be larger than 66 cm (26 in) wide and 90 cm (35 in) high.

• Be smaller than 30 cm (12 in) wide and 30 cm (12 in) high.

Check the list of acceptable items, and other important details at peelregion.ca/waste.