Compost and mulch · Ontario

Durham Region $30 Composters and Free Compost Days

Run by Regional Municipality of Durham (Waste Management)

OpenLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
Backyard composters (33 x 33 x 33 in) for $30 each with free delivery; free compost at spring giveaways, up to four reusable containers per vehicle
Who qualifies
Durham Region residents.
Where
Residents of Durham Region.
Status
Open. Composters sold year-round; compost giveaways each spring (2026 events April 25 to May)
Type of payment
Discount
Official program page

What you do

Buy a low-cost backyard composter online with free home delivery, and collect free compost at the Region's spring giveaways.

Requirements

  • Composters ordered online or through 311 (Waste Management Centre sales office temporarily closed)
  • Compost giveaways: bring your own shovel and containers; first come, first served

How to apply

  1. 1Order a composter online on the Region's bins page or call 311
  2. 2For compost, attend a spring giveaway in Ajax, Oshawa, Whitby, Brock, Clarington or other local events

Sources

Last checked October 22, 2026. See something out of date? Tell us.

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Source: Sow, “Durham Region $30 Composters and Free Compost Days,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/ontario/durham-backyard-composters-compost-giveaway

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