SARRC plays a vital role in keeping used oil, filters, antifreeze, and their plastic containers out of landfills and the environment by ensuring their proper management and return to a useful state. In 2026, SARRC will be celebrating 30 years since its inception, although collection activities took about a year to start. SARRC’s mandate hasn’t…
The Town of Rocanville opened a community EcoCentre November 28, 2025. Location The Town of Rocanville EcoCentre is located at the Rocanville Transfer Station. Turn into the Golf Course parking lot and turn left while following the gravel road. Hours of Operation The EcoCentre will be open during Transfer Station hours. Search for a drop-off location…
This Waste Reduction Week in Canada, let’s focus on a powerful environmental impact you can make right here in our very own province! In this video, we dive deeper into the importance of recycling your used oil and antifreeze materials, featuring the EcoCentre in Biggar, Saskatchewan. Did you know your used oil can be transformed…
Antifreeze is a key component to keeping our vehicles running smoothly, especially during the colder months. But what happens to the used antifreeze once it’s drained from our engines? Used antifreeze (also known as glycol) can contain heavy metals and other contaminants due to circulating through your engine. These can contaminate watersheds and soil if…
The Used Oil Management Association of Canada (UOMA) is proud to announce an achievement in national environmental stewardship: an 83.6% recovery rate for used oil available for collection in 2024*. For the complete story, click here. Search for a drop-off location nearest you! Find a Drop-Off Location
Used motor oil is a common byproduct of vehicle maintenance. While it may seem like waste, used oil is actually a valuable resource that can be recycled and reused. Used oil contains a variety of contaminants due to circulating through your engine, it is considered hazardous waste, and needs to be disposed of properly. In…
The Used Oil Management Associations (UOMAs) are proud to report that they’ve collectively recovered 81.5%* of used automotive oil available for collection according to 2023 data. For the complete story, click here. Search for a drop-off location nearest you! Find a Drop-Off Location
The Town of Biggar opened a community EcoCentre in July 2024. For complete information, visit this page. Location The Town of Biggar’s Landfill is located 1/2 mile east of Biggar’s truck route. Take the turn off South of the Biggar Bus Garage. Hours of Operation The landfill is open on Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday…
The City of Regina opened a Household Hazardous Materials Depot available to residents year-round, free of charge. Household hazardous materials are items that can be corrosive, flammable or poisonous. It accepts used oil and antifreeze materials, as well as a variety of other hazardous materials. For a complete list of accepted products, visit this page.…
Join us for Waste Reduction Week in Canada and discover how you can truly make a difference! Watch our CTV Morning Live segment (below) on Waste Reduction Week and discover practical ways to make eco-friendly choices when it comes to used oil and antifreeze materials. It’s also Circular Economy Month, a good time to learn…