Table Of Contents
1. Toronto Drop-Off Depot Locations
Bermondsey Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Commissioners Drop-Off Depot (Toronto)
Disco Drop-Off Depot (Etobicoke)
Dufferin Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Ingram Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Scarborough Drop-Off Depot
Victoria Park Drop-Off Depot (North York)
2. Waste Categories Explained
Garbage
Yard Waste
Renovation Waste
Electronic Waste
Household Hazardous Waste
Metal
Mattresses
3. Holiday Hours
4. Commercial Disposal Service
Are you planning to drop off unwanted items or waste at one of Toronto’s Drop-Off Depots? This guide is designed to make the process easier, helping you understand the locations, hours, fees, and procedures before you go. Toronto’s Drop-Off Depots are equipped to handle a variety of waste, from household garbage to renovation debris. Here’s everything you need to know.
1. Toronto Drop-Off Depot Locations
Toronto has seven main Drop-Off Depot locations. Each accepts specific types of waste, has different operating hours, and may charge specific fees. Here’s a breakdown of each depot:
Bermondsey Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Address:
188 Bermondsey Road, Toronto
Hours:
General Waste: Open 24 hours from Monday 6 a.m. to Friday 9 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste: Monday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Blue Bin (Recycling), Yard Waste, Renovation Waste (clean drywall, up to 1 tonne), Tires (up to 10), Metal, Household Hazardous Waste, and Electronic Waste.
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Recycling, Metal & Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Tires (up to 10): Free
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste: Free
Important Notes: 24-hour operation Monday through Friday makes this depot ideal for late-night drop-offs. Expect minor delays from 11:30 p.m. – midnight due to end-of-day procedures.
Commissioners Drop-Off Depot (Toronto)
Address:
400 Commissioners Street, Toronto
Hours:
General Waste: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday Closed
Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Yard Waste, Blue Bin (Recycling), Renovation Waste (clean drywall, up to 1 tonne), Tires (up to 10), Metal, Mattresses, Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste.
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Recycling, Metal & Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Tires (up to 10): Free
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste: Free
Important Notes: Closed on weekends for general waste, but open on Saturdays for hazardous and electronic waste.
Disco Drop-Off Depot (Etobicoke)
Address:
120 Disco Road, Toronto
Hours:
General Waste: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday Closed
Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Yard Waste, Blue Bin (Recycling), Renovation Waste (no drywall) Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste.
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Recycling & Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste: Free
Important Notes: No drywall accepted
Dufferin Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Address:
35 Vanley Crescent, North York
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Yard Waste, Blue Bin (Recycling), Renovation Waste (no drywall), Tires (up to 10), Metal, Mattresses
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Recycling, Metal & Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Tires (up to 10): Free
Important Notes: Does not accept Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste materials or drywall
Ingram Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Address:
50 Ingram Drive, North York
Hours:
General Waste: 24 hours from Monday at 6 a.m. to Saturday at 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Yard Waste, Blue Bin (Recycling), Renovation Waste (no drywall), Tires (up to 10), Metal, Household Hazardous Waste, and Electronic Waste.
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Recycling, Metal & Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Tires (up to 10): Free
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste: Free
Important Notes: 24-hour operation Monday through Friday makes this depot ideal for late-night drop-offs. Expect minor delays from 11:30 p.m. – midnight due to end-of-day procedures.
Scarborough Drop-Off Depot
Address:
1 Transfer Place, Scarborough
Hours:
General Waste: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Yard Waste, Blue Bin (Recycling), Renovation Waste (no drywall), Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste.
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Recycling & Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste: Free
Victoria Park Drop-Off Depot (North York)
Address:
3350 Victoria Park Avenue, North York
Hours:
General Waste: Monday to Friday, 6 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday Closed
Household Hazardous & Electronic Waste: Tuesday to Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.; Saturday 7 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; Sunday Closed
Accepted Waste:
Garbage, Yard Waste, Renovation Waste (no drywall), Household Hazardous Waste, Electronic Waste.
Fees:
General & Renovation Waste: Minimum $18 for loads under 100 kg; $176.39 per tonne after that.
Yard Waste: Free under 20 kg; $132.29 per tonne for heavier loads.
Household Hazardous Waste & Electronic Waste: Free
Important Notes: This location does not currently accept blue bin recycling; residents are advised to take recycling to the Scarborough depot.
2. Waste Categories Explained: What’s Accepted, Fees, and Locations
Garbage
Accepted Items:
General household waste, small items, and non-recyclable, non-hazardous materials. Specific examples include food waste, non-recyclable plastics, broken furniture, and other small household items.
Not Accepted:
Hazardous chemicals, biomedical waste, large construction materials (like full-size concrete blocks or asphalt), electronic items, yard waste, and any mixed recyclables.
Fees:
Minimum fee of $18 for loads under 100 kg; for larger loads, it’s $176.39 per tonne.
Accepted Locations: All Toronto Drop-Off Depots.
Additional Notes: All garbage must be securely packed. Loads need to be properly covered to prevent littering during transport.
Yard Waste
Accepted Items:
Includes organic waste from gardens, such as leaves, small branches, tree trunks (cut to size), weeds, brush, mulch, pumpkins, corn stalks, and Christmas trees (in January).
Not Accepted:
Grass clippings, sod, soil (weeds with excess soil removed are okay), and invasive species (must be disposed of in garbage to prevent spreading).
Fees:
Free for loads under 20 kg. Loads over 20 kg are $132.29 per tonne.
Accepted Locations: Available at all Drop-Off Depots except Victoria Park.
Additional Notes: Yard waste collected is composted, contributing to Toronto’s waste diversion efforts. For larger branches, cut them to appropriate sizes before drop-off.
Renovation Waste
Accepted Items:
Waste from home renovations, including drywall (only clean, under 1 tonne), bathtubs, lumber (under 4 feet in length), shingles, siding, insulation, plaster, pressure-treated wood, baseboards, cabinets, countertops, doors, and fencing.
Not Accepted:
Full loads of concrete, bricks, soil, sod, rock, paving stones, asbestos, and any metal larger than 4 feet.
Fees:
Minimum $18 fee for loads under 100 kg; larger loads are $176.39 per tonne.
Accepted Locations: Bermondsey, Commissioners, and Dufferin locations only.
Additional Notes: Ensure nails, screws, and metal fasteners are removed before disposal. Drywall is limited to 1 tonne per drop-off and must be free from contaminants.
Electronic Waste
Accepted Items:
Includes a variety of electronic items for safe recycling. This category includes computers, laptops, monitors, televisions, printers, phones, audio-visual equipment, cameras, drones with recording functions, gaming consoles, and all associated cables or batteries.
Not Accepted:
Appliances like microwaves or refrigerators, items without a primary electronic function (e.g., regular tools, extension cords), and materials mixed with hazardous waste.
Fees:
Free of charge.
Accepted Locations: All Toronto Drop-Off Depots.
Additional Notes: Removing batteries from electronics when possible is recommended. Electronic waste items help Toronto recycle valuable metals and materials, diverting them from landfills.
Household Hazardous Waste
Accepted Items:
Includes household chemicals, paints, cleaning agents, batteries, propane tanks, aerosols, oils, and any other items labeled “corrosive,” “flammable,” “toxic,” or “explosive.” Examples are bleach, pesticides, gasoline, varnishes, and motor oils.
Not Accepted:
Biomedical waste, asbestos, radioactive materials, ammunition, and any items in mixed or improperly labeled containers.
Fees:
Free of charge.
Accepted Locations: Bermondsey, Commissioners, Disco, Dufferin, Scarborough, and Victoria Park.
Additional Notes: Household hazardous waste must be tightly sealed and labeled to prevent leaks or spills. For bulkier hazardous waste items or business-related materials, private disposal services may be required.
Metal
Accepted Items:
Includes scrap metal from household or construction items, auto parts, lawnmowers, appliances, tools, pipes, and cables.
Not Accepted:
Large machinery, mixed material items containing metal and other materials, and items exceeding 4 feet in length.
Fees:
Free for loads under 20 kg; larger loads charged at $132.29 per tonne.
Accepted Locations: Available at Bermondsey, Commissioners, Disco, Dufferin, and Scarborough depots.
Additional Notes: Recycling metal helps reduce raw material consumption. Ensure metal items are free from any other material attachments.
Mattresses
Accepted Items:
Unwrapped, unbound mattresses.
Not Accepted:
Mattresses containing hazardous or bio-contaminants.
Fees:
Minimum fee of $18 for loads under 100 kg; for larger loads, it’s $176.39 per tonne.
Accepted Locations: Commissioners and Dufferin depots.
Additional Notes: Mattresses should be in reasonable condition for handling and processing.
3. Holiday Hours Affecting Drop Off Depots
All Drop Off Depots Are Closed
- Family day
- Easter Monday
- Victoria Day
- Canada Day
- Simceo/Civic Day
- Labour Day
- Thanksgiving
- Remembrance Day
- Christmas Day
- New Years Day
All Drop Off Depots Are Open
- Good Friday
- Boxing Day
4. Commercial Disposal Service
Commercial users can register with the City to streamline drop-off and avoid individual disposal payments. This can be a great option for ongoing projects requiring frequent drop-offs.
Additional Information
Safety Requirements: Helmets and safety boots are mandatory in designated areas, and only the driver can exit the vehicle while unloading.
Prohibited Waste: Items like asbestos, medical waste, soil, and asphalt are not accepted. Check for a full list of prohibited items if you’re unsure.
For a straightforward and successful drop-off, understanding these guidelines will save you time and ensure you’re prepared. Whether you’re a homeowner or a business working with Almar Demolition, this guide makes disposing of waste easy, efficient, and safe!
