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Garbage Can Restrictions for Residential Waste Collection

The Municipality of Greenstone is reminding residents of curbside garbage disposal collection requirements to help protect the safety of Waste Collection Staff

Why is this important?

Waste collection workers are at the highest risk of injury among all municipal workers.

Common hazards include:

• Overweight bags causing strains, back injuries, or falls 
• Improper disposal of sharps, which can lead to serious cuts or punctures and serious health conditions
• Reaching into oversized containers to remove bags,...

Longlac Ward Office - Temporary Closure

Please be advised that the Longlac Ward Office will be closed on Friday, July 18, 2025, due to unforeseen circumstances.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding. Regular operations are expected to resume on Wednesday, July 23.

For assistance, please contact the Geraldton Ward Office at (807) 854-1100 or visit www.greenstone.ca.

Longlac Ward Office Modified Hours of Operation for the Month of July 

Lakeside Centre Boat Launch - Closed Saturday, July 19

Please be advised that the Lakeside Centre Boat Launch in the Longlac Ward will be closed on Saturday, July 19, due to Summerfest activities taking place in the area.

We encourage everyone to come out, participate in the festivities, and enjoy a safe and fun weekend!

Water and Wastewater Policy Revisions

The Municipality of Greenstone is proposing updates to its Water and Wastewater Billing and Collection Policy and is seeking public feedback.

Key Proposed Changes:

• Monthly Billing: Moving from quarterly to monthly water and wastewater billing
• Non-Payment Process: Water shut-offs will no longer be used for non-payment
• Unpaid accounts will be transferred to property tax bills
• Landlord/Tenant Accounts: The policy will be updated to make property owners (landlords) fully responsible for water and...

Beardmore Ward Office Modified Hours of Operation for the month of July 2025

Please be advised, The Municipality of Greenstone's Beardmore Ward Office will be closed or have modified hours of operation for the month of July on the below listed date and times:

Thursday July 17th: Closed

Friday July 25th: Open 9:30 A.M. - 3:30 P.M.

Please note that the office is closed daily from 12:30 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. for lunch.

If assistance is required on the above listed date and times of closure, please contact the Geraldton Administration Office at 807-854-1100.

We apologize for any...