The City of Prince Albert is once again opening its doors to residents looking to safely dispose of hazardous household products, announcing that its annual Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Day will take place on Saturday, September 13, 2025. The event, hosted by the City’s Sanitation Division, runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Municipal Service Centre, located at 11, 38th Street East.
Municipal officials say the initiative remains a cornerstone of the city’s waste management strategy, giving residents a safe and environmentally responsible way to rid their homes of toxic or flammable materials that require careful handling.
Protecting Public Safety and the Environment
Household hazardous waste includes a wide variety of everyday items that, if not properly disposed of, can pose risks to people, property, and the natural environment. Improper disposal — such as pouring solvents down the drain or tossing old batteries into curbside bins — can contaminate water systems, create fire hazards, or expose sanitation workers to harmful chemicals.
According to the City of Prince Albert, the HHW program is designed to prevent these risks by centralizing the collection and disposal of such items under professional supervision.
“This annual event, organized by the City’s Sanitation Division, gives residents an important opportunity to safely dispose of hazardous materials from their homes,” the City stated in its announcement. “Many of these items are toxic or flammable and require special handling to prevent harm to people, property, and the environment.”
What Residents Can Bring
Organizers have published a comprehensive list of accepted materials, underscoring the wide range of substances commonly found in households. Among the items that will be taken are antifreeze, adhesives, aerosols, automotive and household batteries, household cleaners and corrosives, fuels, mercury, oxidizers, poisons, paint and spray paint, pharmaceuticals, and solvents.
Officials emphasized the importance of keeping original labels on containers. Labels, they note, enable staff to quickly identify substances and ensure proper disposal methods are followed.
“Please keep labels on all containers. Labels help staff identify substances quickly and ensure proper disposal,” the City’s reminder reads.
What Not to Bring
While the HHW event accepts many categories of waste, some items fall outside its scope. Electronics, for instance, should be diverted through SARCAN’s SWEEP program, while used oil, oil filters, containers, tires, and propane tanks must be taken to the Prince Albert Landfill. The HHW Day will also not accept biological, infectious, radioactive, explosive, ammunition, or industrial waste.
By drawing these boundaries, the City seeks to streamline the process and ensure that each type of waste is directed to the facility best equipped to handle it.
Broader Context
Household Hazardous Waste Days are not unique to Prince Albert; municipalities across Canada have adopted similar initiatives as part of broader waste management frameworks. The goal is twofold: reduce the risk of hazardous materials ending up in landfills or waterways, and increase public awareness about the importance of responsible disposal practices.
In business and municipal management circles, such initiatives are increasingly seen as aligning with sustainability commitments, particularly as governments and companies look to meet climate and environmental targets. Safe hazardous waste disposal reduces long-term remediation costs, limits liability, and demonstrates responsible stewardship of local ecosystems.
For Prince Albert, the annual HHW Day is also a matter of community trust. By providing residents with a clear, convenient, and free option for hazardous waste disposal, the City fosters compliance while reinforcing its image as an environmentally conscious municipality.
Encouragement for Participation
With the September date now set, officials are encouraging households across the city to start identifying items they no longer need. The City urges residents to take advantage of the opportunity to clear garages, basements, and storage sheds of unwanted chemicals and fuels before they become a safety risk.
“The City encourages residents to take advantage of this event to clear out unwanted items safely and responsibly,” the announcement concludes.
Looking Ahead
As municipalities continue to face growing pressure to balance operational efficiency with environmental responsibility, events like HHW Day illustrate how relatively small-scale programs can have outsized impacts. By consolidating collection, educating the public, and reducing risks associated with hazardous materials, Prince Albert is positioning itself as a model for practical, community-based sustainability.
The September event will mark another year in what has become a trusted tradition for residents. And as the city looks to the future, initiatives like Household Hazardous Waste Day may prove to be key components of both its waste management strategy and its environmental legacy.
