Leaf Collection

2024 Program Details

The annual street side collection of loose leaves in the Town of Tillsonburg is scheduled to begin October 7 and end November 24. Please note the program may end earlier in the event of heavy snowfall.

How to Prepare Your Leaves

• Do not bag your leaves

• Rake or place your loose leaves into a neat pile at the curb of the street in front of your address. For streets not having a curb, leaves can be placed on asphalt shoulder or edge of the street in a neat pile. EXCEPTION: Residents on North St. who have a designated bike lane in front of their property may rake their leaves to the boulevard next to the curb.

• Leaf piles should not be larger than 2 metres wide.

• If you have a lot of leaves and limited storage space in front of your property, you may need to prepare leaves in multiple batches.

• Do not rake any leaves to the curb after November 24.

• Leaves should not be placed where they will limit traffic flow, occupy the travel lane, or at intersections.

• Keep sidewalks, catch basins and storm drains clear.

• Do not place branches, grass clippings, dirt, stones, rocks and garden plants out for collection. These materials can cause equipment failure and program delays.

• Do not allow children to play in leaf piles to ensure their safety.

• Do not park vehicles on top of leaf piles.

As a reminder, leaves, brush and yard waste can be taken to the Transfer Station at 50 Newell Rd.

Frequently Asked Questions