Region of Queens Municipality, Nova Scotia, Canada

Where Does It Go?

Waste Material(s)	Where Does It Go?
Waste Oil & Antifreeze (Residential Only)	Household Hazardous Waste Depot at Solid Waste Facility. Some service stations will accept these items if properly packaged against spilling. Call before transporting.
Marine Flares and Ammunition	Call your local Detachment of the RCMP.
Derelict Vehicles (has to be accessible)	Call Region of Queens Municipality 902-354-3455 for pickup.
Household Paints and Paint Aerosols	Whether empty or with contents; can be taken to nearest Enviro Depot located at 56 Meadow Pond Lane in Liverpool 902-354-4724. Can also be taken to Solid Waste Facility located at 3750 Highway #8 or call 902-350-1084.
Sharps	Take back used sharps to any Pharmacy in a sharps container. Sharps containers are provided by the Pharmacy. Call 1-877-313-7732 for information.
Unused or Expired Medications	Take back to any Pharmacy or call 1-844-535-8889.
Household Hazardous Waste (Residental Only)	Take to Household Hazardous Waste Depot at Solid Waste Facility.
Electronics (Computers, Audio & Video Equipment and Non-Cellular Phones and all components)	Electronics can be taken to Corkum Bottle Exchange from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturdays at 4886 Highway #3 in White Pt. Call 1-902-640-3117.
Cell Phones	Contact Call2Recycle at 1-877-273-2925 for drop-off information nearest you.
Rechargeable Batteries	Contact Call2Recycle at 1-877-273-2925 for drop-off information nearest you.
Used Tire Program	Up to four tires can be returned to any tire retailer. Call 1-877-313-7732.
Beverage Deposit Refund Program	Can be taken to nearest Enviro-Depot for a refund. Clyde Whynot’s Enviro-Depot is located at 56 Meadow Pond Lane in Liverpool.
Leaf & Yard Waste	Can be taken to Leaf & Yard Waste Site at 1799 Shore Rd. Western Head. Can also be placed out twice a year at curbside for Leaf & Yard Waste pickup.
Christmas Trees	Can be taken to Leaf & Yard Waste Site at 1799 Shore Rd. Western Head. Can also be placed out at curbside in early January for Christmas Tree pickup.
Spring and Fall Cleanups	Can be placed at curbside twice yearly. Items included are large bulky items such as furniture and appliances.
Construction & Demolition	Wood, Asphalt Shingles, Drywall and Metals, whether sorted or in a mixed state can be taken to the Solid Waste Facility. Items such as wire, vinyl siding, glass, insulation and other building materials are also accepted here. Wood and metal can also be collected during Spring and Fall Cleanup.
Garbage, Organics and Recyclables	Can be placed out every two weeks for pickup at curb- side or taken to the Solid Waste Facility.

What do I do with old tires I no longer need?

Car and light truck tires are recyclable. You can take up to 4 tires back to any registered tire dealer or service station that sells tires. These should be accepted free of charge for recycling. Off road or tires with a wheel diameter greater than 24.5" can be disposed of at the Region of Queens Waste Management Facility (Landfill).

What do I do with leftover paint?

Certain leftover paint products can be returned to your local Enviro-Depot for recycling. For information on what is acceptable, click here.

What do I do with old car batteries?

Car, truck and lawn tractor batteries (lead acid style) can be dropped off at your local Enviro-Depot free of charge for recycling.

I'm planning on renovating my home. Can I pile construction debris by the road for pickup on garbage day?

No. Bi-weekly waste collection is for regular household waste only. Leftover construction materials can be taken to the Region of Queens Waste Management Facility (landfill) for recycling and disposal, provided it is properly separated. (i.e., wood, metal, gyprock, and asphalt [shingles]).

What are the hours at the landfill, and how do I contact you for more information?

The Region of Queens Waste Management Facility (landfill) is open to the general public from 8:00am-4:00pm Monday to Friday and from 8:00am-2:00pm Saturday. We are closed on Sundays and holidays. You can contact us at 902-350-1084.

I need help in setting up a recycling program for my business/event. Is there any assistance available and, if so, is there a charge?

The Region of Queens employs staff whose function it is to assist businesses and residents in solving waste collection issues. This service is free of charge and can be arranged by calling the administration office during regular business hours at 902-354-3455.

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