What would you like to Recycle?

Light Bulbs (commercial)

incandescent bulbs, light bulbs, LEDs, halogen bulbs, neon bulbs, ultraviolet bulbs, compact fluorescent lights, lamps, light fixtures

Glossary
Light Bulbs (commercial)
Commercial, institutional or industrial light bulbs and fixtures are managed through the province-wide LightRecycle product stewardship program. A full list of what is accepted and free depot locations is available on their website.

Reduce | Reuse | Recycle | Facilities

How do I go green?

Light Emitting Diode (LED) light bulbs last up to 10 times longer than fluorescent bulbs and do not contain mercury.

There are few practical options for reuse of light bulbs.

Some commercial suppliers will take back bulbs on delivery of replacements. Contact directly to find out if there is a recycling fee.
Not all facilities listed below are part of the provincial program and may charge a fee for drop off. Contact facilities directly regarding restrictions and charges.

Facilities

  • Ellice Recycle

    524 David Street
    Victoria
    250.386.4342

  • Esquimalt Return-It

    935 Ellery
    Victoria
    250.381.1482

  • GFL Environmental (formerly Alpine, and Terrapure Environmental)

    1045 Dunford Avenue
    Victoria
    250.474.5145

  • JOMA Environmental Ltd.

    Pick-up service available across the capital region

    250.884.4822

  • reFUSE

    304 John St
    Victoria
    250.381.6007

  • Serenity on Saturna

    103 East Point Road
    Saturna Island
    250.539.3385

  • Sidney Return-It

    5-10025 Galaran Road
    Sidney
    778.351.2828

    • The Environmental Story

    CFLs last 10 times longer and use up to 80% less energy than incandescent bulbs. The precious and toxic trace amount of mercury within, the glass tubes and ballast are all recyclable and require proper disposal.

    Did You Know?

    Fluorescent bulbs and tubes contain mercury. Mercury exposure can be highly toxic.