Hazardous Waste
Household Hazardous Waste Events
Household Hazardous Waste Events allow you to safely drop off of materials that cannot be disposed of with your regular waste and recycling. Only materials from residential sources can be taken to a Hazardous Waste Event. Material from businesses are not accepted.
Residents of Minden Hills may now attend any Hazardous Waste Collection Event being held within Haliburton County.
Please remain in your vehicle (staff will unload materials for you) and have your Waste Disposal Card ready to show.
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Saturday, May 18, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm | S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena (55 Parkside St., Minden) |
Saturday, July 6, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm | S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena (55 Parkside St., Minden) |
Saturday, August 24, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 pm | S.G. Nesbitt Memorial Arena (55 Parkside St., Minden) |
Recycling your Paint |
Did you know? You can drop-off paint at Minden Home Hardware and Haliburton Home Hardware for recycling at no cost. They will accept any brand of latex or oil-based paint during regular operating hours. Quantity limits may apply. This take-back program is operated by producer responsibility organization, Product Care Recycling. When dropping off your paint, remember:
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Accepted Materials |
All materials must be in sealed, labelled, non-leaking containers. For safety, and to comply with transport safety laws, materials dropped off at hazardous waste event days must meet the following requirements:
Materials marked with an asterisk have special instructions, refer to the Material Requirements for Acceptance below. |
Material Requirements for Acceptance |
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Materials Not Accepted |
Please contact a hazardous waste management company to assist with disposal:
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Guides for the Disposal of Sharps and Prescription Medication |
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Year-Round Hazardous Waste Disposal
The Scotch Line Landfill accepts the following items year-round from residential sources (homes) in small quantities:
- Fluorescent tubes and bulbs (curly bulbs)
- Oil filters
- Empty oil jugs
- Household batteries
- Ink and Toner Cartridges
The following can be placed in your Blue Box recycling:
- Empty aerosol cans
- Empty, dry paint cans