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SARCAN
The Melfort SARCAN Depot, managed by Plus Industries, is dedicated to making recycling convenient and accessible. Located at 609 Hamilton Avenue, the depot accepts a wide range of recyclable items, including deposit containers, paint, batteries, and electronics. Our Drop & Go service also allows you to skip the wait by dropping off containers for later processing, with options to receive refunds by cheque or PayPal. Join us in supporting a cleaner, greener community through responsible recycling.
Sarcan item guideline
Beverage Containers
Beverage Containers
Beverage Containers
Aluminum cans, glass bottles, plastic containers, and Tetra Paks.
Less than 300mL: 10 cents
300mL - 1 Litre: 20 cents
1 Litre or more: 40 cents
Less than 1 Litre: 10 cents
1 Litre or more: 25 cents
Less than 1 Litre: 10 cents
1 Litre or more: 25 cents
Less than 1 Litre: 10 cents
1 Litre or more: 25 cents
Less than 1 Litre: 10 cents
1 Litre or more: 25 cents
Paint
Paint
Paint
While on hold, typically accepted items include latex and oil-based paints, primers, and stains (contact the depot for current availability).
Please note: We do not recycle any type of solvents.
Electronics
Electronics
Electronics
Televisions, computers, printers, audio equipment, and more. For a full list please visit: https://recyclemyelectronics.ca/sk
Digital e-book readers.
Various desktop and portable scanners.
Personal and vehicle GPS systems.
Hard drives, NAS, CD/DVD drives.
Heavy-duty models under 200 kg.
Consoles, handhelds, controllers.
Aftermarket amplifiers, speakers.
Pre-packaged disc player/speaker systems.
Countertop-only (no built-in units).
Docking speakers, portable stereos, MP3 players, cameras.
Keyboards, mice, and trackballs.
Printers, scanners, fax machines.
Laptops, netbooks, notebooks, and tablets.
Including bundled keyboards, mice, and cables.
VCRs, DVD/CD players, satellite equipment, speakers, amplifiers, and projectors.
Corded, cordless phones, and answering machines.
Televisions and monitors (CRT, LCD, LED, plasma, rear projection).
Batteries
Batteries
Batteries
Household batteries, including AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V varieties.
Used in cars, trucks, motorcycles, and other motorized vehicles, these large batteries contain lead and sulfuric acid, making them both highly recyclable and important to dispose of safely.
Small batteries found in watches, hearing aids, calculators, and some toys. They can contain mercury or lithium.
Common in newer rechargeable AA and AAA batteries used in cameras, toys, and other electronics.
Typically used in older rechargeable devices, such as cordless phones, power tools, and some cameras.
Found in rechargeable electronics like cell phones, laptops, tablets, and cordless power tools.
Often labeled as AA, AAA, C, D, and 9V.
These are commonly used in remote controls, flashlights, toys, and clocks.
Large Orders & Bottle Drives
Our SARCAN depot is equipped to handle large orders and bottle drives, making recycling convenient for organizations, events, and businesses. We welcome bottle drives for schools, community groups, sports teams, and more, providing a simple, effective way to raise funds while supporting environmental sustainability. Exemptions from customer return limits are available for bottle drives, special events (such as weddings and concerts), and high-volume purchasers like restaurants, hotels, and bars.
The process is easy: simply book a drop-off time by calling the depot a few days in advance. Our team will handle the sorting and counting for you, and you can pick up your refund by cheque. Bottle drives are a great way to bring the community together while raising money for a meaningful cause.
Book your drop-off today by calling SARCAN staff at 306.752.2531.
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