Peterborough Household Hazardous Waste Depot
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Print Version (New Window)| Record #: PET1314 | Last Modified: 25 Feb 2021 | Last Full Update: 25 Feb 2021 |
| Description | |
|---|---|
| Description (Service) | Household hazardous waste and electronics waste depot. Accepts a maximum of 25 gallons of material per year from homes and small businesses. No collection service provided. Acceptable items include abrasive scouring powders, acids, aerosol sprays, ammonia, antifreeze, batteries (auto and household), bleach, chemical fertilizers, drain cleaners and openers, electronic items (including televisions, computers, VCR's, photocopiers, etc.), fluorescent light bulbs, gasoline/diesel fuel, herbicides, hypodermic needles (in sealed, rigid plastic containers), motor oil, oven cleaners, paints and stains, pesticides, pharmaceuticals, photographic chemicals, pool chemicals, propane cylinders, rug and upholstery cleaners, solvents and thinners, thermometers and thermostats. * does NOT accept ammunition, explosives, leaking containers of anything, pathological waste, PCBs, radioactive waste, smoke detectors * no containers over 5 gallons * never mix materials, please leave in original containers or place in a clearly labeled and well sealed container |
| Service Details | |
| Hours | May-Sep: Wed, Thu 8 am-6 pm * Fri, Sat 8 am-2 pm * Oct-Apr: Wed-Sat 8 am-4 pm |
| Areas Served | Peterborough (County of) |
| Eligibility | Residents and small businesses in the City of Peterborough or the County of Peterborough * proof of residence may be required |
| Application | Contact for details |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | Most materials accepted at no charge. |
| Address and Location | |
| Site Location | Beside Materials Recycling Facility |
| Located In Community | Peterborough |
| Address & Map | |
| Intersection | Pido Rd and Neal Dr |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible |
| Contact Information | |
| Office Phone | 705-876-1600 |
| Fax | 705-876-1403 |
| peterborough@hgcmanagement.ca | |
| Website | www.peterborough.ca/waste |
| Primary Contact | Karen Meekin, Waste Management Division, City of Peterborough; Phone: 705-742-7777 ext 1657; Email: kmeekin@peterborough.ca |
| Alternate Contact | Shaun Bishop, Administrative Supervisor; Health and Safety Coordinator, Emterra Group; Phone: 705-876-0461 |
| Mailing Address | c/o Emterra Group 390 Pido Rd Peterborough, ON K9J 6X7 |