In response to COVID-19 the Recycling Depots may either be reducing their hours and services, or closing until further notice. Please contact your Recycling Depot to confirm hours of operation prior to dropping off your electronics, paint, tires or used oil materials. Ensure social distancing best practice when visiting a depot. Thank you and stay safe!
The Government of the Northwest Territories (GNWT) contracted Alberta Recycling to administer the revenue portion of their Electronics Recycling Program and Alberta Recycling is the main point of contact for companies (Distributors) selling in or into the NWT.
Registration Application
Under the GNWT Electronics Recycling Regulations, any person manufacturing, selling or distributing electronics in or into the NWT is an electronics distributor (this includes retailers) as of February 1, 2016.
All distributors are required to:
- Be registered as a distributor;
- Collect environmental handling fees on designated electronics sold/distributed;
- Report and remit fees, where applicable; and
- Maintain accurate books and records.
Unsure if you are required to register or have questions? Please do not hesitate to contact our office at [email protected] or toll free 1-888-999-8762. We will be pleased to assist you.
Documents and Resources
- NWT Electronics Program Product List
- Online Remittance Instructions
- NWT Electronics Distributor Registration Update Forms
To find out more about the program and where to recycle electronics in the NWT, please visit the the GNWT websites for the NWT Electronics Recycling Program and ReThinkIt.
