Recycle My Cell

Welcome to Recycle My Cell — Canada’s national recycling program for mobile devices and accessories.Recycle My Cell links participating cell phone recycling programs together, making it easier for you to determine how and where you can dispose of your used wireless device.Whether you are upgrading your phone or cleaning out your junk drawer, a small effort on your part makes a big difference. Keeping your cell phone out of the local landfill helps the environment and is a good call for everyone!By using Recycle My Cell, you’ll be able to find a drop-off location in your area that will accept your device – cell phones, smartphones, wireless PDAs, cell phone batteries and pagers – regardless of brand, model, age, or condition. And if you can’t come to one of our locations, we’ll gladly accept your device through our free mail-back option.

Recycle My Cell is a national industry initiative led by the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA) along with its members (wireless manufacturers and service providers) to raise awareness about mobile device recycling.The Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association (CWTA) is the authority on wireless issues, developments and trends in Canada. It represents wireless service providers as well as companies that develop and produce products and services for the industry, including handset and equipment manufacturers, content and application creators and business-to-business service providers.

Recycling Your Device?

Before you mail or bring your mobile devices to a drop-off location, please ensure that:

• The account for the device has been fully paid and service has been deactivated.
• The SIM card is removed if there is one.
• Your device has been cleared of all personal information. Refer below for instructions on how to wipe your device.

If mailing your used device, be sure that the device (and its accessories, if applicable) are packaged in a box or envelope using protective materials and securely attach a label to the box or envelope with its barcode visible. It is very important to ensure that all personal information is erased from your device, including text messages, contacts and personal files. Instructions for clearing all data from your particular device can be accessed below. While we endeavour to provide complete and accurate information, please keep in mind that you are responsible to ensure that personal information has been erased