Devon Recycle Depot

The Devon Recycle Depot is located at 20 Haven Avenue (Behind IGA and Community Centre).

Recycle Depot Hours

• Mondays, Fridays & Saturdays - 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• Wednesdays - 4 - 7 p.m.
• Closed on all statutory holidays

The recycle depot averages 11,000 visitors each year. In general, recyclable items can be dropped off at no charge, however there is a charge for drop off of garbage.

Accepted Items and Fees

Click here for our Recycling Depot brochure with accepted items and fees

*Note - There is a maximum number of 3 blue bags accepted per visit*

Devon Recycle Depot Tour

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you tell the difference between cardboard and boxboard?

• Cardboard is thicker than boxboard and is corrugated.
• Boxboard is the material that cereal and shoes come in.

What is mixed plastic?

• Mixed plastic consists of plastic containers that contain a wide variety of products (shampoo, detergent, aspirin etc.).
• Currently hard plastic containers (#1 & #2) are the only type that the Depot can accept.
• Containers should be rinsed out and have all caps removed (unless clearly marked they cannot be recycled).

What about recycling milk containers?

• The Recycling Depot accepts all milk containers for recycling.
• There is a separate bin for plastic milk jugs.
• Wax paper milk cartons go in the boxboard bin.
• All containers should be rinsed out and crushed before going into the bins.
• Milk containers are also accepted at the bottle depot for a refund of their deposit.

What types of tires does the Recycle Depot accept?

• The recycle depot currently accepts passenger, light truck and heavy truck tires (no large equipment tires).
• Tires with rims on are acceptable.

What is E-waste?

• E-waste refers to the recycling of electronics. At the time of purchase these products now have a recycling fee charged.
• Currently the Recycling Depot will accept TV’s, computers, monitors, laptops, tablets and printers at no charge.

Where can I dispose of my tree branches?

• Tree parts, shrubs and branches are accepted at the Town Yard, located at 10 Exploration Drive in the Industrial Park.
• Disposal is year-round and free of charge.
• Diseased trees with Black Knot or Dutch Elm disease are accepted.
• Use the drop-off area on the south side of the Town Yard after business hours.