Prince Edward County is wrapping up this year’s Earth Day activities with several exciting events Saturday, May 3 and Sunday, May 4.
Events planned include:
Prince Edward County recognizes the benefits of composting organics at home.
In support of this initiative, the municipality is giving away a limited supply of composters that will be made available to the public on a first come first serve basis on Saturday, May 3.
Residents interested in collecting a bin can visit one of the following waste sites between the hours of 8 am and 4 pm to collect a composter:
- South Marysburgh Landfill (1032 Old Milford Road)
- Sophiasburgh Waste Transfer Station (35 County Road 14)
- Picton Waste Transfer Station (27 County Road 22)
- Ameliasburgh Landfill (245 Valley Road)
Learn more about backyard composting
Trees will be available on Saturday, May 3 from 9 am to 12 pm at the following locations:
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- Lake Street Garage (115 Lake Street, Picton)
- Wellington and District Community Centre (111 Belleville Street)
- Ameliasburgh Town Hall (13 Coleman Street)
Residents can collect up to 10 free saplings per household for planting on their property. Trees will be available on a first come first serve basis and while supplies last. Varieties available will depend on the supplier.
Please note: this program is only available for residents of Prince Edward County. Please bring proof of residency.
Large Item Swap
Saturday, May 3 to Sunday, May 4. All weekend, County-wide
Residents within settlement areas are encouraged to place their lightly used large items at the curb for other residents to take and continue to use.
For those living in rural areas, the municipality encourages residents to post their items and location in the event page on Facebook for people to peruse. This will help reduce greenhouse gases and improve interest in the program. Those living in the settlement areas are also welcome to post the items they will be offering.
Visit the Sustainability Hub on the County website for more information about these events. If you are interested in participating or would like more information, contact Albert Paschkowiak, Environmental Services and Sustainability Supervisor, at apaschkowiak@pecounty.on.ca or call 613.476.2148 extension 4004.