Keep Batteries out of the Trash and Recycling Bins

Batteries should NEVER be placed in the trash or regular recycling bins, as they can become damaged and cause fires at waste processing facilities.

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DROP OFF: The Final Step of Safe Battery Recycling

It’s important not to store used batteries in your home for too long, where they can become corroded. Whether you use a lot of batteries or just a few, we recommend dropping them off at least every three months to prevent corrosion and battery leakage.

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Celebrating 10 Years of Battery Recycling Across Quebec as Part of the Concours de Recyclage des Piles

The 2025-2026 edition of the Battery Recycling Contest “le Concours de recyclage des piles” officially came to an end, marking an important milestone for the program: 10 years of environmental engagement across Quebec schools.

Celebrating our Fall 2025 Battery Blitz Contest Winners

Recycle Your Batteries, Canada! and Earth Rangers recently celebrated the winners of the Fall 2025 Battery Blitz contest, which had schools competing to collect the most batteries.

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Going Camping? Leave No Trace Behind.

There’s nothing like escaping into the great outdoors. Whether you are planning a camping trip, a day in the woods, or a night under the stars, getting outside is a great way to unplug and recharge. But before you zip up your pack, there’s one small thing to bring along that can ...

Recycle Your Batteries, Canada! Teams Up with Fredericton District Soccer Association

At Recycle Your Batteries, Canada!, we strongly believe in the power of sports to bring communities together.

Recycle Your Batteries at the Home Depot

The Recycle Your Batteries, Canada! program is proud to partner with The Home Depot to make battery recycling safe and convenient.

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Celebrating Earth Month

Every April, we celebrate Earth Month. It is a time to appreciate our planet’s valuable resources while taking meaningful steps to protect our environment.

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Canada is counting on you to recycle your batteries

There is more at stake than you may realize. And doing your part to help protect both Canada’s environment and the workers in your community is one of the most Canadian things you can do.

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Celebrating a Milestone on National Battery Day

Canadians have now recycled more than 60 million kilograms of batteries through the Recycle Your Batteries, Canada! program, since its inception in 1997.