Welcome to the Town of Collingwood!
Whether you've chosen Collingwood for our natural amenities, rich heritage, vibrant arts community, or any other amazing feature our town has to offer, we're sure you'll be happy about your decision to call Collingwood home!
Please explore our website to learn more about Collingwood's programs and services, Council, and more. Below is information that new residents commonly ask for, along with a digital copy of the 2026 Resident Information Guide.
Waste collection in Collingwood is provided by two organizations:
- Garbage & Organics: Managed by the County of Simcoe
- Recycling: Managed by Circular Materials and collected by Emterra under Ontario’s new recycling program (As of January 1, 2026)
Key Information for New Residents:
- Collection Days: Most locations in Town have moved to a Wednesday pickup schedule; however, some areas to the north/east of Hwy 26 will remain on Mondays.
- Carts: Continue using your existing carts for garbage, organics, and recycling. Place them at the curb by 7:00 a.m. on collection day.
- Excess Material: Extra recyclables can go in bins, boxes, or clear plastic bags. Extra garbage bags require tags (max 5 per week).
Need Help or More Information?
- Recycling Questions: Emterra Environmental – 1-888-597-1541 or customercareont@emterra.ca
- Garbage/Organics Questions: County of Simcoe – 1-800-263-3199 or 705-735-6901; info@simcoe.ca
- Apps for Collection Information: Simcoe County Collects | Circular Materials’ Recycling App
Water and Utilities
- Water: Supplied by the Town of Collingwood, with billing handled by Epcor
- Electricity (Hydro): Provided by Epcor. Visit Epcor Electricity Services for Collingwood or call 705-445-1800 for service and account inquires
- Natural Gas: Supplied by Enbridge Gas. Learn more on Enbridge Gas Services
- If you are purchasing a home, you will be responsible for paying property taxes each year. The Town sends 2 statements yearly, which are broken down into a total of 4 installments due in February, May, August and October. Your lawyer will provide your new property information to the Town and calculate your taxes for the year based on your move-in date. Learn more on the Collingwood Property Tax page.
- If you have purchased a new build, your first tax bill will be based on the value of the land only. After the Municipal Property Assessment Corporation (MPAC) assesses the value your new home built on your property, that information is then shared with the Town, and a supplementary tax bill will be provided. For more information on how property assessments work and how they affect your taxes, visit MPAC's Homeowners Hub.
Collingwood offers a wide variety of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, learn about local history. and stay active.
- Trails: Explore walking, hiking, and biking paths throughout the area. More information is available on the Collingwood Trails page.
- Parks & Facilities: Visit local parks, sports fields, arenas, and community centers. Learn more on the Collingwood Parks and Facilities page.
- Museum: Discover the Town's history, heritage, and exhibits at the Collingwood Museum.
For information on schools in Collingwood and the surrounding areas and guidance for the best fit for your children, visit the Simcoe Couty District School Board or the Simcoe Muskoka Catholic District School Board.
The Town of Collingwood, County of Simcoe, and neighbouring municipalities offer several bus services, depending on whether you are travelling locally or looking to travel a nearby communities.
- For local transit in Collingwood, including routes, schedules, and fares, visit the Collingwood Public Transit page
- For regional transit in Simcoe County. including trips between communities, visit the Simcoe County LINX Transit page
The Collingwood Public Library has been serving the community since 1856. Today, it's located on Ste. Marie Street, offering books, programs, and resources for all ages. The library has a rich history and continues to be a hub for learning and community activities. Learn more at the Collingwood Public Library Website.
- Health care in Ontario is managed by the province, so a great place to start getting information from in the Ontario Health Care page. This page explains how to apply for a health card and provides resources to help you find health care services.
- Locally, the Collingwood Business Improvement Area (BIA) website provides listings for health and wellness resources in the community, including which offices are accepting new patients. You can view these local resources on the Collingwood BIA Health & Wellness page.