City Picking Up Xmas Trees First Two Weeks of January

This article, from January 2, has details for those looking to discard this year’s Xmas tree.

Hello Ward 8 Neighbours,

City of Hamilton waste collection staff be picking up real Christmas trees at the curbside on your weekly collection days during the weeks of January 3 and January 10, 2022 .

For more details, please continue reading below…

The City has offered the following reminders when looking to dispose of your tree:

  • Place trees curbside by 7 am only on your collection day. Trees should be clear of snow and ice and easily accessible for collection.
  • DO NOT place trees on top of or behind snow banks.
  • Remove all decorations (bulbs, lights, tinsel), stands and bags prior to collection.
  • Trees longer than 2.1 m (6.9 ft) should be cut in half.
  • Maximum of 5 trees will be collected
  • Real wreaths will be collected with natural Christmas trees. Remove all decorations before placing at the curb.

If you have a Christmas tree for disposal after the second week of January, you can bring your tree to a Community Recycling Centre for free.

Questions or concerns?

If you have any questions or concerns, you can contact our office here.

Councillor John-Paul Danko