For areas with significant tree cover, we offer curbside loose leaf collection on a set schedule.
Enter your address below to find the leaf collection options for your area.
How to rake leaves during curbside leaf collection
- rake your leaves to the roadside by 7 a.m. on the first day of your scheduled pick-up week
- don’t rake your leaves onto the road earlier than the weekend before the first day of your scheduled pick-up week
- don’t rake or pile leaves onto catch basins. If you notice a blocked catch basin, call 519 741-2345
We divide Kitchener into zones that determine whether or not curbside loose leaf collection is available in your area. Your options for disposing of leaves are outlined below:
Zone | Options for disposing of your leaves | Leaves collected at curb? | How often will loose leaves be collected? |
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Hot spot/multiple leaf pick-up area (red area on the map) |
|
Yes |
As often as required to make sure leaves do not create safety hazards on the roadways. |
Coloured zone (other than red) |
|
Yes |
One time during November. Find out when collection is in your area by entering your address above. The leaves must be at the curbside by 7 a.m. on the first day of the week that they are scheduled for pick-up. |
Outside the coloured zones |
|
No |
There is no curbside loose leaf collection. Street sweeping occurs as routine road maintenance. |
Staff monitor the hot spots during the months of October and November and pick up leaves as needed in these heavily forested areas.