The Last Giveaway Day of 2026 is Oct. 24

This Saturday, Oct. 24, is the last opportunity of 2026 to go treasure hunting and set out previously loved items as part of Giveaway Day. 

Giveaway Day is a unique way for residents of Kingston to give items a second life – either by leaving your own gently used items outside for neighbours to collect, or by picking up curbside treasures you can use. 

By choosing free pre-loved items, you keep reusable goods out of landfills, reduce packaging waste and lower the greenhouse gas emissions associated with producing new goods. Sharing items with others also helps community members save money and make the most of resources already available. 

Giveaway Day Guidelines 

Only set out appropriate items that you know someone else might want. 

• Appropriate: Books, CDs, DVDs, clothing, furniture and small appliances, electronics, construction materials (including drywall, lumber, hardware), kitchen gadgets, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans and, yes, unwanted gifts.
• Inappropriate: The Consumer Product Safety Bureau of Health Canada advises that these items should not be given away (or picked up): baby walkers, cribs, car seats, strollers, playpens, bath seats, mattresses, blinds and toys. 

How to put items out: 

• Place items at the curb in front of your home.
• Place stickers or signs on the items with the word ‘Free.'
• Ensure any items that you do not want taken are kept away from items placed at the curb.
• At the end of the day, bring any uncollected items back into your home. The City will not collect unwanted items left at the curb. Consider donating them to a local charity. 

How to pick items up: 

• Respect other people's property: don't walk on lawns or gardens.
• Take only the items that are marked ‘Free' and placed at the curb.
• Don't leave previously picked up items on the curb at other people's property.