After 4 years of offering alternative reycling programs at the Guelph Tool Library, Think Outside The Bin is winding down. Items will no longer be accepted after May 30th.
Disposable Razors and Blades – Free recycling program offered by Terracycle Canada and Gillette. All brands accepted.
– Disposable razor heads
– Disposable razor handles
– All in one disposable razors
– Packaging and trays from disposable razors
No battery powered or electric items accepted – please ensure all items are clean and dry.
Cell Phones – Free recycling program offered by the Toronto Zoo
– All brands of cell phones
No other e waste is accepted. No cases, please. Phones will be recycled. We are not refurbishing phones at this time
Eye Glasses – Free program offered by the Lions Club of Guelph.
-All types of prescription eyeglasses
No contacts or other eye care related items. No non-prescription sunglasses.
We still have room in our final Terracycle recyling boxes on a first come, first serve basis:
- Oral Care items
- Personal care packaging
- Deodorant containers and lids
- Coffee bags
We are not accepting any:
- Reusable takeout containers
- Corks
- Loose parts for Trove (program has ended)
Changes to the City of Guelph Blue Box recycling program began January 2026 – many of these items are now accepted in municipal recycling. Please consult the City of Guelph Waste Wizard for more information.