May 12, 2026 — As the community marks Victoria Day, there will be impacts to some City facilities and services on Monday, May 18, 2026.
The following City facilities will be closed:
- City Hall
- Sarnia Transit Offices
- The Strangway Centre
- The Sarnia Compost Site
Some services will also be disrupted:
- Sarnia Transit buses will not be in service on May 18, 2026
Waste collection will occur as regularly scheduled.
Compost Site extended hours – Saturday, May 16
To aid gardeners getting a jump on the growing season the Sarnia Compost Site will be open Saturday, May 16, 2026 to allow for the purchase of materials. The site is typically closed on Saturdays but is being opened for one day over the May long weekend to ensure local gardeners can access the compost, wood chips and mulch available for purchase at the site. The drop off of yard waste and brush will not be permitted during the one-day sale.
The St. Andrews Street site will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on May 16, 2026. Materials are priced at $22.25 per cubic yard, with a limit of 25 yards per customer per visit.
Contacting the City
During the holiday closure residents are asked to reach out only in instances of immediate concern such as watermain breaks, animals at large, and dangerous downed trees. Please call 519-332-0330 and follow the prompts.