Each November during Battery Collection Week—the first full week of November—batteries are accepted for curbside collection at residential properties.
Battery Bags Coming Soon
Battery bags are being mailed out to all residential homes (excluding multi-residential properties) through Canada Post. Expect to receive a battery bag in the mail between October 20–23. Alternatively, batteries can be placed in clear, sealable bags or unused battery recycling bags previously provided by the City. Get details on safe battery storage.
Placing Batteries Curbside
- During this week, filled battery recycling bags can be placed on top of your curbside collection cart on your regular curbside collection day.
- If you do not have a cart set out for collection, you can place battery recycling bags on the ground at the curb.
- Battery recycling bags must be clearly visible, as they are removed by the driver and placed in a separate compartment within the truck.
- Battery recycling bags SHOULD NOT be placed inside carts or inside recycling boxes.
Acceptable Batteries
The program is for single-use batteries only, including type AAA, AA, A, C, D, 9-Volt and button batteries commonly used for hearing aids and watches. Collected batteries are sent for processing to separate and recycle the various components.
Unacceptable Batteries
Cell phone, laptop, car batteries, as well as battery packs are not accepted in Barrie’s curbside battery collection program, but can be taken to the Barrie Landfill Site (272 Ferndale Drive North), which is open Tuesday–Saturday, 8:30am–3:30pm.
Safe Battery Storage
Batteries should be stored in a cool, dry location, away from any flammable material, prior to disposal. Do not use the battery recycling bag to store batteries long term; this can be a fire hazard. During storage, battery terminals should not be in contact with materials that could conduct electricity or heat. Some battery types require terminal protection, like taping. Visit Call2Recycle for detailed information on how to protect terminals.
Alternative Disposal Options
Outside of Battery Collection Week, batteries (hazardous waste) are not collected curbside, but they can be taken to the Barrie Landfill Site (272 Ferndale Drive North), which is open Tuesday–Saturday, 8:30am–3:30pm. Find additional drop-off locations with Call2Recycle.