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These following resources help Albertans recycle and divert materials from landfills. ARMA oversees recycling programs for electronics, paint, tires, and used oil but does not regulate or take responsibility for recycling or reuse outside these programs.
The recycling of agricultural materials can pose unique challenges. Please see the following resources for assistance:
There are various auto/parts/scrap yards throughout the province, which can be found through an online search. See below for more information regarding the recycling of automotive materials:
Vehicles can also be donated to the various charities shown here:
Lightbulbs can be collected at various collection sites throughout the province; please check with your local municipality.
The recycling of bottles, cans, and other beverage containers is managed through the Beverage Container Management Board and empties can be collected through various bottle depots throughout the province. See below for more information and locations:
There is a variety of locally owned second-hand, consignment, and thrift stores throughout the province. Please check with your local business associations or search online for one near you. For other recycling and donation/reuse options, please see below:
Textile recycling:
Clothing and goods donation:
Many landfills offer composting programs; please check with your municipalities.
The collection and recycling of construction debris can pose unique challenges due to various materials and potential hazards. Please see the following resources for assistance:
Most eco stations recycle glass but please confirm with your local municipality on the various types. See below for other resources:
Portable medical equipment/appliances that are for personal or home use can be recycled through our ePilot. This includes Blood pressure monitors, inhalers, glucose monitors, thermometers, and sleep apnea machines. Commercial equipment is not accepted, however, you can contact one of our Electronics Processors directly to see if they are able to assist you. You can also visit the following links for more information:
Resources from the province:
Disposal of medical waste:
Many pharmacies collect sharps if they are placed in appropriate containers. Please contact your local pharmacy to check on collection options and for further information.
Please note that the handling of any medical equipment or waste should only be done by trained professionals, following strict guidelines.
Many municipal recycling programs handle paper collection and recycling, please check with your local municipality for what is accepted. For larger quantities or business-related paper recycling needs, please inquire with:
Many municipal recycling programs handle plastics collection and recycling; please check with your local municipality for what is accepted. For larger recycling needs, please inquire with:
Pressurized containers (propane and helium) can be collected through certain waste collection facilities across the province, please contact your local municipality to confirm. For processing larger quantities of compressed tanks, please contact:
Various businesses will take gently used sports equipment and provide opportunities for Albertans to reuse it. Please see below for options near you.
Printer/fax toner can be recycled through many retailers. Please check with your local retailer:
The company selling plastic pots for seedlings and small plants often collects and recycles them. Please inquire with the retailer about recycling options.
There are many landfills and transfer stations throughout Alberta. You can call 311 or do an online search to find one near you, or you can use our Depot Finder to find locations of landfills and transfer stations that accept materials that are associated with our programs (electronics, paint, tires and/or used oil).
Many locations have created online tools to aid you in recycling, which can be found below:
This resource list is always evolving, and we need your help!
If you believe your company, organization, or program should be included, apply today.
