Loyalist Township has a battery recycling program to help residents safely recycle batteries. Recycling your batteries helps protect your community from materials that may harm the environment if they end up in landfills.
You can find additional information below on the Township's battery recycling program.
Where Can I Recycle Batteries |
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There are three battery recycling sites in Loyalist Township where residents can recycle accepted batteries. Amherstview
Odessa
Find operating hours for the above recycling sites on our Municipal Offices page. Other Recycling SitesTo search for other battery collection sites outside of Loyalist Township, visit the Call2Recycle webpage. |
What Types of Batteries Are Accepted |
Single-Use Batteries
Rechargeables
Not Sure What Type of Battery You Have?Review the Call2Recycle Battery Guide for further details. |
How Should I Prepare Batteries |
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Terminals of certain battery types should be protected to prevent contact with each other, as this can cause sparks and lead to a fire. To prevent contact, the following battery types should be placed in a clear, sealed bag (available at recycling locations) or taped with duct tape, electrical tape or another non-conductive tape. Ensure to keep the battery chemistry visible if you tape it.
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Why Should I Recycle Batteries |
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Each year billions of batteries end up in landfills, where the toxic metals they contain can enter the waste stream and harm the environment. Call2Recycle diverts these potentially harmful materials from the solid waste stream and safely recycles them for use in new products. |
We can accept all dry-cell single-use batteries weighing up to 5kg such as: Alkaline (AA, AAA, etc.), Lithium Primary.
Rechargeable batteries are commonly found in cordless power tools, cordless phones, laptops, cellphones, cameras, two-way radios, biomedical equipment, etc.
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