08/10/2026
Batteries shouldn’t go in the garage.
Take your used batteries to the East Side Recycling Depot in Airdrie or follow the links in the attached post for Calgary locations.
Batteries may seem harmless but throwing them in the garbage or recycling bin is dangerous. If crushed or damaged, they can spark fires or even explode. Recent fires at both Spyhill and Shepard landfills were linked to batteries. These fires highlight the importance of following safe battery handling practices.
Do you know how to handle batteries safely? Here’s what you need to know.
🔋 Before recycling, store batteries properly at home:
🔹 Keep them in their original packaging
🔹 Tape the terminals with packing, duct, or electrical tape (leave brand and chemistry labels visible)
🔹 Place them in a clear, sealable bag. AA, AAA, C, and D batteries can be grouped together
🔋 Know what counts as a battery powered device. If it lights up, makes noise, or connects to Wi-Fi, it likely has a built-in battery. This includes:
🔹 Phones and tablets
🔹 Vapes and e-cigarettes
🔹 Smoke and carbon monoxide detectors
🔹 Laptops, smartwatches, and remote-controlled toys
🔹 Cordless power tools and drones
🔋Batteries don’t belong in the blue, black or green bins. Drop off batteries at designated locations like:
🔹 Recycle Your Batteries Canada!
https://recycleyourbatteries.ca/
🔹 City Household Waste (HHW) locations:
https://www.calgary.ca/waste/residential/household-hazardous-waste-drop-off-program.html
🔹 City Eco Centres:
https://www.calgary.ca/waste/drop-off/eco-centres.html
⚠️Recycle right. Stay safe.
Learn more at calgary.ca/battery
