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Waste Management

Main office address:
625 Fisgard Street
Victoria, British Columbia
Canada V8W 1R7
tel: 250.360.3030
email: Email

Household Hazardous Waste

What is Household Hazardous Waste?

Household hazardous waste (HHW) is any waste from your home that you consider to be dangerous or of which you are unsure. It includes any leftover household product that is marked flammable, corrosive, explosive or poison. Common examples are pesticides, varnishes, paints, cleaners, and batteries. Read more >

Where do I take it?

The Hartland recycling area accepts almost all types of household hazardous waste from residents only. The program does not include industrial waste from commercial businesses. Read more >

Collection Events

Mobile collection events are held on Salt Spring Island and the Southern Gulf Islands. Check to see when the next Electoral Area collection event is happening.
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