Pickering, ON - October 8, 2009 Residents have the opportunity to dispose of their Household Hazardous Waste safely, conveniently and at no charge.

WHO:       The City of Pickering and the Regional Municipality of Durham

WHAT:     Residential household hazardous waste collection event

WHEN:   Saturday, October 17, 2009 – 9:00 am to 1:00 pm

Residents are asked to use non-returnable containers only. Commercial, institutional, agricultural or industrial waste is not permitted.

Household Hazardous Waste includes: antifreeze, single-use and rechargeable batteries, brake fluid, motor oil and filters, fluorescent light bulbs and tubes, herbicides, insecticides, old prescription and over the counter medications, sharps (in a secure container), propane tanks, pool chemicals, paints and solvents. For a full list, visit www.durhamregionwaste.ca.

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As the gateway city to the east GTA, Pickering (population 94,000) is strategically located where Toronto, York and Durham Regions meet. Pickering is an affluent community that is steeped in history, natural beauty and small town charm with all the amenities and services that a big city has to offer. The City of Pickering is considered a municipal leader in fiscal management, service delivery, sustainability and the environment; and offers a wealth of sports, leisure and recreation opportunities to its residents. Pickering has been recognized by Profit magazine as one of the ten best cities in Canada for growth companies and received the 2008 FCM-CH2M Hill Sustainable Community Planning Award.