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Waste Collection Notice: Herman's Island Road, District of Lunenburg
Due to a road closure on Herman’s Island Road on November 12th, households along the road and connector roads can put out double the amount of collectible waste during their next scheduled collection on November 26th.
Questions? Waste Hotline 1-855-530-3324
Winter Hours of Operation
Winter hours of operation will be in effect at the waste site, 908 Mullock Road, Whynott’s Settlement from December 6, 2025 to March 28, 2026.
Hours of operation will be:
Monday to Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Saturdays 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Questions? Call (902) 543-2991.
Extended Producer Responsibility for Paper, Packaging & Paper-Like Products
Starting December 1, 2025, the recycling programs within the District of Lunenburg, Town of Bridgewater and Town of Mahone Bay will be managed by Circular Materials, a national not-for-profit organization that is committed to building an efficient and effective recycling system in Nova Scotia.
Fall Leaf & Yard Waste Collection
Town of Bridgewater: November 8 - 14 Collected on your regular collection day. Collection for Nov. 11 will take place on November 8 instead.
Town of Mahone Bay: Monday, November 17 Entire Town collected on this day.
Collection Guidelines for Towns:
Wetsuit Recycling Program






