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Printers, scanners and fax machines

How to extend the life of printers, scanners and fax machines

Printers and scanners

Examples of printing-related electronics

  • Printers
  • Scanners
  • Fax machines
  • Typewriters
  • Label makers

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of printers, scanners and fax machines depending on whether they are usable or broken.

Usable printers, scanners and fax machines

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

Reuse working printers, scanners and fax machines by:

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

Donate usable printers, scanners and fax machines to local charities. Contact your preferred charity to confirm what type of donations they are accepting. Options include: 

Old and broken printers, scanners and fax machines

  • Take to an electronics recycling drop-off

Take old and broken printers, scanners, fax machines, typewriters and accompanying cables and cords 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

  • Clear all personal information from electronics prior to dropping off (e.g. wipe hard drives, clear SIM cards etc.)
  • Do NOT put electronics in your blue cart as these items can damage the equipment at the recycling facility.

Map of electronics drop-off locations

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