Special Item Waste Collection

Electronics

The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority in Kingston manages the electronic waste recycling program. Visit their website for more information and to find drop off locations. 

Large items, construction and demolition waste 

We do not offer curbside pickup for large items and the Kingston Area Recycling Centre (KARC) does not accept them either. 

Consider these three options: 

1. 1. Giveaway Days: On Giveaway Days, you can place items in usable condition that you no longer want at the curb for others to take. 
   2. Donate: Consider donating your unwanted items to a local charity. Get in touch with the charity directly to find out what they will accept and how to drop off your items. 
   3. Drop-off: For larger, heavy, or high-volume waste disposal, you must use private transfer stations. Fees will apply. Contact the following privately-run transfer stations to confirm their services and hours.
      • • Waste Management of Canada at 62 St. Remy Place, 613-549-7401 
        • Waste Connections at 1266 McAdoos Lane, 613-548-4428 
        • Kimco Steel Sales at 1325 John Counter Blvd., 613-544-1822 
        • E360s at 1709 Westbrook Rd., 613-384-8555
   4. Pick-up: You can try to arrange for a private service to pick up your items if you are unable to transport them to a waste transfer station. Many private options are available, and fees will likely apply.

Tires 

The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority in Kingston manages tire disposal. Visit their website for more information. 

Medication and needles 

Important! If you find a needle in a public place, do not touch it or try to pick it up. Contact Public Health by phone at 613-548-5860 for assistance. 

Medications and needles can be harmful to other people and the environment. Please make sure to dispose of them safely. Most drug stores will take both medications and needles. The collection and disposal of these materials is handled by the Ontario Medication Return Program and the Ontario Sharps Collection Program. 

For information on drop-off locations or collection programs please visit the Health Stewards.

Never flush medications or needles down the toilet, never put them in your garbage or recycling, and do not bring them to the Kingston Area Recycling Centre.