Environmental
-Solid Waste Information-
Household Hazardous Waste Depot
Left-over paints, old medicines, drain decloggers,
batteries and motor oil are part of a long list of items classified
as ‘household hazardous wastes’. If not disposed of properly,
they can be harmful to human health and the environment. Pouring hazardous
waste down the drain may corrode plumbing, release toxic fumes, poison
septic tanks, destroy sewage treatment organisms and contaminate surface
and ground water.
Bring these items to the Household
Hazardous Waste Depot at the Kitchener Street Waste Diversion Site. Hours are:
Dec 1 - Mar 31: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 4:30pm
Apr 1 - Nov 30: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
Saturday 8:30am to 1:00pm.