During the upcoming holiday season, Dufferin County will be closed on Tuesday, December 24, 2025 at noon, reopening to the public on Friday, January 2, 2026 at 8:30 am. Here is what you need to know about Dufferin County services during the holidays.

The County Administrative Offices and Courthouse will be closed over the holidays, reopening Friday, January 2. Reception staff will not be onsite at the Edelbrock Centre during the holidays and the doors will be locked, reopening Friday, January 2. The HART Hub will have reduced hours.

Looking for some holiday shopping and experiences inspiration? Check out the Explore Dufferin Guide for events, curated itineraries, restaurant and shop recommendations and more!

Waste Services
There will be no waste collection on Christmas and New Year’s Day. Place all garbage, Blue Boxes and Greens Bins at the curb one day later following Christmas and New Year’s Day. Double Up by placing up to two un-tagged bags of garbage at the curb during the week of December 29. Waste collection on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday will remain the same.

Never miss a collection! Download the Dufferin Waste app for weekly reminders, alerts and updates on special collections and events.

Road maintenance

Public Works will continue to maintain County roads.

Residents can visit www.dufferincounty.ca for Dufferin County winter road conditions.

Housing Services
Within Dufferin County, there are emergency shelter options and resources to assist anyone experiencing homelessness. Resources can be found at www.dufferincounty.ca.

EarlyON
EarlyON centres in Dufferin County will not be open or running programs over the holidays. Families are welcome to leave messages on social media or the Ask EarlyON phone line at 519-941-2816 ext. 2205, which will be answered on Friday, January 2, 2026.

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Megan Ball, Manager of Communications
mball@dufferincounty.ca