What do I do with small appliances?

If your appliance is in working condition, it may be taken as a donation by local charitable organizations. There may also be individuals or families in your community who can use it – consider posting the item on the RCBC Residential Materials Exchange.

Non-working small electrical appliances can now be recycled through the Unplugged program. The program is run by the Canadian Electrical Stewardship Association (CESA) and managed by Product Care Association.

Small appliances can be dropped off for free at a number of Unplugged depots across the province. There are over 120 small appliances covered under the program, each falling under one of eight categories:

- Kitchen Countertop
- Personal Care
- Floor Cleaning
- Weight Measurement
- Garment Care
- Air Treatment
- Time Measurement
- Designated Very Small Items

All items should be returned in a clean state with no food, liquids or vacuum bags. Contact the RCBC Recycling Hotline or visit the Unplugged website to find the nearest drop-off location.

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