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Gasoline and diesel fuel

How to safely dispose of gasoline and diesel fuel

Use extra caution

Be careful when handling and preparing this item for disposal. Follow the instructions below for proper disposal.

Fuel and fuel containers

Examples of fuel

  • Gasoline (liquid)
  • Diesel (liquid)
  • Jerry cans and fuel containers (empty or full)

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of gasoline and diesel depending on if you want to keep your fuel container.

Fuels packaged in a container

  • Take to a household hazardous waste drop-off location

Safely dispose of packaged gasoline and diesel and fuel containers for free at a household hazardous waste drop-off location (designated fire hall).

Fuel liquids (with or without container)

  • Take to a City Eco Centre

Safely dispose of liquid gasoline and diesel, packaged fuel and fuel containers for free at a City Eco Centre – if you bring with other garbage, charges will apply.

  • If you want to keep your fuel container/jerry can, you must dispose of gasoline at a City Eco Centre. This option is not available at fire hall locations.

Special instructions

  • You can bring up to 20 litres of household hazardous waste per visit.
  • If repackaging fuel, use a strong container that won't leak.
    • Make sure the container is clean to prevent any chemical reactions and can safely hold the material without breaking down.
    • Close it tightly and clearly label what's inside.
    • Maximum container size is 20 litres. 
  • Never flush gasoline down your toilet, sink or drain as they harm the environment and may damage the pipes in your home.

Why do I need the original container?

Use the original packaging whenever possible as it’s designed to safely contain the material and includes critical safety information.
 

Map of household hazardous waste drop-off locations

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