Recycling Collection Points in Ontario

Find a Recycling Drop-Off Location Near You

Ready to give your old stuff a new life? The Recyclability map is your go-to guide for finding recycling collection points across Ontario! Our tool helps residents find recycling drop-off locations for batteries, electronics, hazardous waste, lighting, tires, and other regulated materials at approved waste drop-off locations. Designated depots and drop-off recycling stations accept items at no cost and are open year-round.

Just a heads-up: Blue Box materials aren't on the map since they're usually picked up right from your home. Happy recycling!🌎♻️

The interactive map below shows approved recycling collection points across Ontario, including municipal depots, retailer drop-off sites, and designated recycling locations.

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Before You Go To The Recycling Drop-Off Locations

Before visiting recycling drop-off locations, review the checklist for each material type to help ensure a smooth drop-off experience.

Blue Box Materials

Blue Box Materials

Before it goes in the recycling:
  • Confirm items are accepted through curbside collection in your municipality
  • Empty and rinse containers
  • Remove food residue and liners
  • Keep materials loose, not bagged
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Tires

Tires

Before you go:
  • Remove rims if possible
  • Shake out dirt, stones, or debris
  • Bring passenger, light truck, or bicycle tires only
  • Check quantity limits at local recycling drop-off sites
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Batteries

Batteries

Before you go:
  • Tape terminals on lithium and rechargeable batteries
  • Sort batteries by type if required
  • Place loose batteries in a clear bag or container
  • Avoid damaged or leaking batteries
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Electronics

Electronics

Before you go:
  • Remove personal data from devices
  • Bring items intact and unbroken
  • Separate accessories such as cords or remotes
  • Confirm accepted electronics on the individual recycling depot listing before visiting.
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Lighting

Lighting

Before you go:
  • Keep bulbs intact to prevent breakage
  • Place fluorescent tubes in original packaging if available
  • Do not mix lighting with other recyclables
  • Handle carefully during transport
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Household Hazardous Waste

Household Hazardous Waste

Before you go:
  • Keep products in original containers
  • Do not mix chemicals
  • Secure lids tightly to prevent spills
  • Check local recycling drop-off hours and limits
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Cannabis Products and Packaging

Cannabis Products and Packaging

Before you go:
  • Separate packaging from organic material
  • Empty containers before drop-off
  • Follow local recycling drop-off rules for vape devices
  • Transport items discreetly and securely
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Using Ontario Recycling Map Tools

The Ontario recycling map helps residents locate local recycling drop-off options for regulated materials not collected at home. By searching your postal code or community, you can find waste drop-off locations, hours of operation, and accepted items. These tools support responsible recycling across the province and reduce contamination at recycling collection points across Ontario.

FAQs

Recycling collection points are approved drop-off locations where residents can bring materials that require special handling, such as batteries, electronics, lighting, tires, and hazardous waste.
You can find recycling drop-off Ontario locations by using the Recyclability map, which shows local recycling drop-off sites, recycling depots near me, and other waste drop-off locations by postal code.
Most local recycling drop-off sites accept batteries, electronics, lighting, tires, and household hazardous waste. Accepted materials vary by location, so residents should always check the specific site listing before visiting.
Many recycling drop-off locations are free for residents, especially for regulated materials. Some sites may have limits or restrictions, which are listed on the Ontario recycling map and site details.