Regina residents invited to turn safe disposal into rewards
Cleaning out closets, garages and under-sink cupboards could pay off for Regina households this summer. The City is promoting a SortSmart Rewards draw tied to proper drop-off of household hazardous materials, encouraging people to move batteries, chemicals and other risky items out of home garbage and into the right collection streams. The current contest window runs to Sept. 30, with a new prize bundle offered every quarter.
Residents can enter the draw by interacting with a poster at the Household Hazardous Material Depot on Fleet Street, situated between the City of Regina Landfill and the Yard Waste Depot. According to a City social media post, additional entries can be earned when eligible items are dropped off at SARCAN depots or the Yard Waste Depot. The initiative aligns safe handling with small, practical incentives, aiming to reduce the risk of chemical spills, fires and contamination linked to improper disposal.
What the City will accept — and why it matters
The program highlights everyday items that do not belong in blue carts, green carts or regular trash because of their chemical properties. The list includes:
- Batteries of various types
- Fluorescent and LED bulbs
- Aerosols (pressurized containers)
- Solvents and oxidizers
- Household cleaners
- Other hazardous household products as directed by the depot
Moving these products to designated depots reduces risks to collection staff, limits the chance of fires in waste trucks or at facilities, and supports specialized recycling or treatment where available. While the City’s message focuses on participation and prizes, the underpinning goal is safeguarding people and infrastructure by keeping reactive or toxic materials out of general waste streams.
How to enter the SortSmart Rewards draw
Participating is designed to be straightforward. City residents can:
- Bring eligible items to the Household Hazardous Material Depot on Fleet Street and scan the SortSmart Rewards poster on site to enter.
- Drop off accepted materials at SARCAN depots or the Yard Waste Depot to earn entries.
The rules emphasize safe unloading at designated facilities and following on-site directions. The City notes that new prize packages are assembled each quarter to keep the program fresh and encourage repeat participation as households uncover more items to clear out over time.
This quarter’s prize bundle
The current reward package bundles household conveniences that align with waste-reduction habits and kitchen safety. The City indicates the draw includes a small appliance and supplies intended to support tidy, lower-waste routines at home.
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Each quarter brings a new set of prizes. The City frames the initiative as a way to recognize residents who handle hazardous items responsibly while reinforcing regular drop-off as a household habit rather than a one-time purge.
Where to go and what to bring
Reginans planning a drop-off should group items carefully, keep original labels when possible, and transport containers upright to prevent spills. The Household Hazardous Material Depot on Fleet Street — located between the landfill and the Yard Waste Depot — is the primary hub for scanning to enter the draw. Entries can also be earned through eligible drop-offs at SARCAN depots or at the Yard Waste Depot. Before heading out, residents may wish to confirm item eligibility at the destination to ensure smooth handover.
Hazardous products show up in most homes, whether as old AA batteries, half-used aerosols, paint thinners or strong cleaners. By tying safe disposal to the SortSmart Rewards program, the City is aiming to keep those materials out of curbside bins and steer them to facilities equipped to handle them properly — while offering a small thank-you in return.
