Recycling

Thank you for being part of our recycling community over the past few years. While we're sad to share that we can no longer continue our recycling program at this time, we're truly grateful for your commitment to sustainability.

To help you keep making a positive impact, we've put together a list of other places in Toronto where you can continue recycling the same types of products. We're also excited about the possibility of future events and partnerships that will allow us to work together again in support of the circular economy.

Your efforts matter—and we’re looking forward to what’s next, together.

Various Materials:
St Lawrence REmarket is one of the coolest events in town! These eco-warriors  offer quarterly collection of textiles, books, prescreiption glasses and much more! Check their list before going.

Textiles: 
Many Goodwill and Salvation Army stores offer recycling of CLEAN deadstock and unwearable textiles. Mark the bag, "Textile waste" to donate. They will make every effort to resell, repair and upcycle before recycling. Always confirm with the store before donating. Check out The National Association for Charitable Textile Recycling ( NACTR) for a donation center near you.

Free Recycling Programs:
Terracycle Canada offers Free Recycling Programs like writing instrumenst and oral care waste. Simply open an account, collect waste and request a shipping label once your container reaches about 1 KG in weight.

Batteries and Tech:
Staples Canada offers a free in-store recycling program for items like electronics, ink cartridges, batteries, and school supplies, helping reduce landfill waste and support sustainability. Customers earn rewards for eligible items, and all recycling is handled by certified partners ( like Terracycle) to ensure safe disposal.

Recycle #2 and #5 Plastics:
Plastic Flux has a spot in the 6 x 8 Market where you can donate your clean and dry yoghurt containers, takeout containers, laundry bottles, etc. So, any #2 or #5 containers you purchase fromThe Green Jar™️, can be turned into upscale furniture, shelving, coasters and more!

Bread and Milk Tags and Art Supplies:
Mischief Makers in Toronto offers a unique donation program that invites the community to contribute clean, gently used materials—like cardboard, jars, and craft supplies—that fuel creative projects and educational programming. While not a recycling center, their curated, extensive list of accepted items supports sustainability and the circular economy by giving everyday objects a second life through art and learning.