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County accepting brush collection requests

May 15, 2025   ·   0 Comments

By Brian Lockhart

With a continued response to clean up the large amount of brush left over by the ice storm that hit parts of the region in March, the County of Simcoe is providing increased service to help get this taken care of.

Starting on Friday, May 9, and continuing until Friday, May 23, residents can submit requests for brush pickup from specific addresses, with collections commencing on Tuesday, May 20.

It is important that residents place all brush material curbside by Monday, May 19, to ensure collection as the timing of collection may vary.

Highly impacted areas include Ramara, Oro-Medonte, and Severn. Residents located outside of those areas are asked to submit a request by May 19, to ensure collection.

Residents located within one of the highly impacted areas do not need to make a request. Crews will return to those hardest-hit areas for one final collection after May 19.

These areas have been prioritized due to the large amount of debris left over from the storm.

Bundling of brush is not required, however, it is preferred as it will help crews work faster and provide more efficient service. If possible, sort debris into large and smaller brush piles.

The County has also waived brush drop-off fees at all County waste facilities until the end of June. Dropping off brush at a waste facility is the fastest way for residents to clear debris off their property.

To submit a request for collection, visit the County of Simcoe website.

You may also call the Service Simcoe Contact Centre by phone at 705-735-6901, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., Monday through Friday, or send an email request to service@simcoe.ca. 

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