Compost and mulch · Ontario

Toronto Free Compost at Community Environment Days

Run by City of Toronto

SeasonalLast checked October 22, 2026
What you get
Free 13 kg bags of compost (two per household while supplies last); loose compost at select events up to one cubic metre per vehicle
Who qualifies
Toronto residents.
Where
Residents of the City of Toronto.
Status
Seasonal. Events run April to the end of September.
Type of payment
Free item
Official program page

What you do

Pick up free compost for your garden at a Community Environment Day event.

Requirements

  • Collect in person at an event
  • Bring your own bag or container for loose compost
  • Supplies are limited

How to apply

  1. 1Check the City's Community Environment Days schedule (April to end of September)
  2. 2Attend an event in person to pick up compost

Sources

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Source: Sow, “Toronto Free Compost at Community Environment Days,” Yard rebates directory, checked October 22, 2026, https://www.usesow.com/rebates/ontario/toronto-community-environment-days-free-compost

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