Community Recycling Centres Take Them Free
Hamilton residents can drop off motor oil, oil filters, antifreeze, brake and transmission fluid, car batteries, fuel, car wax and car care products at the City's three Community Recycling Centres at no charge. Household hazardous waste is never collected at the curb, and the City says it should never go in the garbage or down a drain or storm sewer.
How Drop-Off Works
Where
The City lists three centres: Dundas at 27 Olympic Drive, Kenora at 460 Kenora Avenue, and Mountain at 37 Kilbride Road. All three open Monday to Saturday, 8 am to 6 pm, and close on Sundays and holidays.
Who and how much
You must live in Hamilton. Each visit is capped at 40 kg of hazardous waste or 40 litres of liquid. Empty containers are not accepted, so bring the waste in a container you are happy to leave behind.
Car items on the list
The City's accepted list includes antifreeze, automobile batteries, brake fluid, car care products, car wax, fuel, automobile grease, motor oil, oil filters, transmission fluid and driveway salt. Car and engine parts go to the metal area, with all fluids drained first.
Clearing Out the Garage Shelf
Half-used bottles
Old waxes, cleaners and polishes fall under car care products on the City's list, so a shelf of half-empty bottles can go in one trip. Keep them in their original containers.
Spills
To report a spill, the City's line is 905-540-5188 and the province's Spills Action Centre is 1-800-268-6060. Both answer around the clock.
A simpler routine
A coated car is easier to keep clean with a basic wash routine. Our ceramic coating aftercare guide explains what it needs.
Common Questions
Is there a charge to drop off motor oil or antifreeze?
No. The City says there is no charge to drop off household hazardous waste at a Community Recycling Centre. Garbage drop-off has fees; hazardous waste does not.
Can a business drop off fluids there?
No. Household hazardous waste drop-off is for Hamilton residents only. Commercial, industrial and institutional properties may not use it.
Can I bring a trailer?
No. The City says trailers are not permitted at any Community Recycling Centre.
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