Household Hazardous Waste

Many common household products contain hazardous chemicals which can be dangerous if not properly disposed. Small quantities accumulate over time and contaminate the air, water, and soil. Products that are flammable, corrosive, explosive or toxic should not be disposed of in landfills or sewage systems.

Many, but not all, household hazardous waste products will have one of these symbols:

Poison symbol
Poison		 Corrosive Symbol
Corrosive		 Explosive symbol
Explosive		 Flammable symbol
Flammable

How to Dispose of it

Household hazardous waste is accepted at the Eco Centre free of charge. If possible, bring materials in their original containers; otherwise ensure the container is clearly labelled. Never combine materials. Unidentified materials will not be accepted.

Commercial and industrial waste must be disposed of through regional facilities.

Accepted Materials

  • Abrasive cleaners
  • Acetone
  • Aerosol paints and sprays
  • Air fresheners (aerosol)
  • All-purpose cleaners (solvent based)
  • Ammonia
  • Ant / wasp spray
  • Antifreeze
  • Autobody filler
  • Barbecue starters
  • Batteries (car, cell phone, household)
  • Bleach
  • Brake and transmission fluid
  • Butane refills
  • Carbon tetrachloride
  • Car (lead-acid) batteries
  • Car waxes and polishes (solvent and water based)
  • Cell phones and cell phone batteries
  • Contact cement
  • Degreasers (petroleum based)
  • Disinfectants
  • Drain cleaners
  • Fabric softeners
  • Floor wax strippers
  • Florescent light bulbs
  • Hair sprays (aerosol)
  • Insecticides
  • Kerosene
  • Laundry starch
  • Laundry stain removers
  • Light bulbs
  • Lighter fluid
  • Liquid cleaners
  • Lye
  • Mercury thermometers
  • Mildew removers
  • Muriatic acid
  • Nail polish and remover
  • Oil - (motor) - must be in original containers (no containers larger than 5L & maximum 20 L accepted per visit)
  • Oil filters - must be drained
  • Oven cleaners
  • Paint thinners and strippers
  • Paints (oil and water based)
  • Photographic chemicals
  • Propane tank - see disposal fees for applicable charges
  • Rubbing alcohol
  • Shoe polish
  • Silver and brass polish
  • Smoke detectors
  • Solvents, turpentine, varnish, lacquers
  • Spot removers
  • Spa and pool chemicals
  • Toilet cleaners
  • Tub and tile cleaners
  • Weed killers
  • Windshield washer solution containing methyl alcohol
  • Wood preservatives

Items NOT Accepted at the Eco Centre

  • Explosives and explosives components
  • Unidentified materials
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