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Windy Day Tips
High winds can be challenging at the curb; knocking over bins and blowing recyclables into the streets and ending up in the parks.
On really windy days consider holding back the blue box until the following week or drop off your recyclables at any Markham Recycling Depot.
For more windy day tips and guidelines, visit out Blue Box page.
Be Safe – Recycle Right, Recycle More
All batteries are hazardous and must be properly stored and kept out of landfill. Even small button batteries found in watches, toys and some greeting cards can pose significant fire risks if improperly disposed of. Used batteries are not accepted in clear bag garbage, blue box, or green bin. Drop off your batteries for safe recycling at any of Markham’s four Recycling Depots or the York Region Household Hazardous Waste Depot.
Learn more about Battery Recycling on our Electronics & Batteries page.
Light Bulb Recycling - IMPORTANT NOTICE
Markham Recycling Depots no longer accept light bulbs.
Please drop off at the York Region Household Hazardous Waste Depot for safe, proper recycling, at no charge to you.
For more information and additional drop off locations, visit our Household Hazardous Waste page.
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