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Election signs - plastic

How to dispose of election signs

Election signs

How to dispose

There are three ways to dispose of election signs.

Usable election signs

  • Extend the life of this item by reusing, selling, or donating

Reuse signs by:

  • Using for other activities (e.g. art projects, storage boxes)
  • Giving to family and friends
  • Posting on online websites like Facebook Marketplace

Small quantities of election signs

  • Put into your black cart

Put broken down election signs into your black cart as garbage.

Large quantities of election signs - free Eco Centre recycling April 4 - May 17, 2025

  • Take to a City Eco Centre

Take large quantities of election signs to a City Eco Centre for free recycling – if you bring other garbage, charges will apply.

What happens to election signs collected at City Eco Centres?

The signs are collected separately and taken to a recycling processor who can receive large volumes of election signs for recycling. 
 
 

Why can’t election signs be recycled in the blue cart?

Election signs need to be collected separately from other recyclables (with stakes removed) as they are unable to go through the typical sorting process. These “flat” pieces of plastic are not able to be sorted at the facility and end up contaminating the other recyclables. 

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