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Cameras and recording devices

How to extend the life of cameras and recording devices

Digital cameras

DSLR cameras

Doorbell cameras

Dashboard cameras

Baby monitors

Film cameras

Examples of digital recording devices

  • Digital cameras, point & shoot cameras
  • DSLR cameras
  • Camcorders and video cameras
  • Film cameras (analog)
  • Instant film and Polaroid cameras
  • Security cameras
  • Dash cameras and back-up camera systems for vehicles
  • Doorbell cameras
  • Baby monitors and cameras

How to dispose

There are two ways to dispose of digital recording devices depending on whether they are usable or broken.

Usable digital recording devices

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

Reuse working digital cameras and recording devices by:

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

Donate usable digital cameras and recording devices to local charities. Contact your preferred charity to confirm what type of donations they are accepting. Options include: 

Old and broken digital recording devices

  • Take to an electronics recycling drop-off

Take old and broken digital cameras and recording devices 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. remove camera memory cards etc.)
  • Do NOT put electronics in your blue cart as these items can damage equipment at the recycling facility.

Map of electronics drop-off locations

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