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Electronic toys

How to extend the life of electronic toys and games

Battery toys

Toy cameras

Electronic action figures

Remote control toys

Electronic learning aids

Examples of electronic toys and games

  • Electronic action figures and dolls
  • Battery-powered ride-on toys (12-volt battery max.)
  • Electronic ride-on toy cars, trucks and quads
  • Electronic toy cameras
  • Remote control vehicles and toys
  • Electronic learning aids and books
  • Electronic board or tabletop games

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of electronic toys and games depending on whether they are usable or broken.

Usable electronic toys and games

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

Reuse working electronic toys and games by:

  • Giving to family and friends
  • Posting on online websites like Facebook Marketplace

Donate usable electronic toys and games to local charities. Contact your preferred charity to confirm what type of donations they are accepting. Options include: 


Unusable electronic toys and games

  • Take to an electronics recycling drop-off

Take old and broken electronic toys and games for free to an electronics recycling drop-off. You can also take these items to a City Eco Centre for free – if you bring with other garbage, charges will apply.

Special instructions

Do NOT put electronics in your blue cart as these items can damage equipment at the recycling facility.

Map of electronics drop-off locations

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