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Electronic gaming consoles and devices

Gaming consoles and devices

Virtual reality (VR) headsets

Gaming headsets

Portable gaming consoles

Examples of gaming consoles and devices

  • Video game systems and consoles
  • Gaming controllers, smartphone controllers and joysticks
  • Headsets and earbuds
  • Virtual reality (VR) headsets
  • Handheld gaming devices
  • Accompanying remotes and cables

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of gaming consoles and devices depending on whether they are usable or broken.

Usable gaming consoles and devices

  • Extend the life of this item by reusing, selling, or donating

Reuse working gaming consoles and devices by:

  • Giving to family and friends
  • Posting on online websites like Facebook Marketplace

Donate usable gaming consoles and devices to local charities. Contact your preferred charity to confirm what type of donations they are accepting. Options include: 


Old and broken gaming consoles and devices

  • Take to an electronics recycling drop-off

Take old and broken gaming consoles and devices for free to an electronics recycling drop-off. You can also take these items to a City Eco Centre for free – if you bring with other garbage, charges will apply.

Special instructions

Do NOT put electronics in your blue cart as these items can damage equipment at the recycling facility.

Map of electronics drop-off locations

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