We don't collect household hazardous waste at the curb because this type of waste requires special care during collection, handling and disposal. Household hazardous waste should never be flushed down the toilet, poured down the drain or storm sewers, or thrown in the garbage.
You can dispose of your hazardous waste at one of the Region of Durham's waste management facilities at no cost. You can also find alternative drop-off locations through product stewardship take-back programs such as:
Visit the Region of Durham for information about:
You can dispose of your needles and syringes at one of the Region's waste management facilities within a sealed, puncture-proof container.
You can also dispose of needles and syringes (medical sharps), as well as expired medication with a local pharmacy's take-back program. Find a drop-off location with Health Products Stewardship Association.
Needles and syringes are classified as hazardous waste. Please don't place these in the garbage because they can pose a health risk to anyone coming into contact with them. Improper disposal is an offence under the Town of Whitby's Solid Waste Management Bylaw and subject to fines.
Sharp objects, like broken glass or objects with jagged edges, can cause serious injury to waste collectors. Please remember to put sharp objects where they can be seen by your collector, such as in a box labeled "SHARP" and placing this beside your regular garbage. Failure to do so is a violation of the Town's Waste Collection By-Law #7812-21 and can result in fines up to $500.
The Region of Durham collects batteries at the curb twice a year (spring and fall) on your designated collection day. In addition the curbside collection events, batteries can also be dropped off at a regional waste management facility, or at any of these Town locations:
Store your batteries in a cool, dry location, away from flammable material and conductive materials. In particular, cover the terminals on nine-volt batteries before you store them. Learn more about how to prepare your batteries before recycling.
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