Appliance Recycling in Canada

We’ve made it easier than ever to recycle your old appliances - specifically old vacuums - responsibly across Canada. Below you'll find guidance by province on where and how to recycle.

 

Find a Recycling Location Near You

• British Columbia

  Recycle through Recycle BC or Return-It depots. Find a depot

• Alberta

  Use ARMA drop-off points for electronics and small appliances. ARMA Recycling Finder

• Saskatchewan

  Visit SARCAN Recycling for e-waste drop-off. SARCAN Locations

• Manitoba

  Recycle through local municipal depots or Recycle Manitoba

• Ontario

  Use RecycleMyElectronics.ca to find drop-off sites.

• Quebec

  Drop off at local Éco-centres. Éco-centres Directory

• Nova Scotia

  Recycle at EPRA Nova Scotia sites. EPRA Nova Scotia

• New Brunswick

  Visit Recyclo-électronique NB locations. EPRA New Brunswick

• Newfoundland & Labrador

  Use EPRA NL collection points.

• Prince Edward Island

  Drop off at IWMC PEI depots.

• Territories

  Check with your local municipality for e-waste recycling programs.

Additional Ways to Recycle or Reuse Your Vacuum

• Retailer Take-Back Programs: Check with major retailers like Canadian Tire, Best Buy, and Home Depot. Many offer recycling programs when you purchase a new vacuum.

• Municipal Recycling Centers: Many local waste management facilities accept vacuums and other electronic waste. Contact your municipality to find the nearest drop-off point.

• E-Waste Collection Events: Watch for community-run events where you can recycle old electronics, including vacuums, safely and responsibly.

• Private Recycling Companies: Search online for certified e-waste recyclers in your area that accept vacuum cleaners.

• Donation Centers: If your vacuum still works, consider donating it to a local charity or thrift store. They often resell or recycle working appliances.

• Buy Nothing Groups: Join community-based sharing groups on platforms like Facebook to give away items to others in your neighbourhood. If your vacuum is still in working condition, gifting it through these networks helps reduce waste while supporting someone in need.

By recycling through these programs, you help keep electronic waste out of landfills and contribute to a cleaner, greener Canada. Every effort counts toward a sustainable future.