Electronics Recycling in Gatineau

Does your Gatineau business have outdated or broken computers, tablets, smartphones or other electronic devices that are no longer in use? Quantum can help you dispose of your e-waste safely and securely using our environmentally-friendly and certified process. We offer e-waste recycling services to businesses in Gatineau and the surrounding areas. Businesses in Gatineau have three options to get in touch with us (see below) to ensure that their old electronics are safely and securely recycled in a process that complies with all provincial and federal regulations.

How businesses can recycle electronics in Gatineau

Call 416-222-1773 and speak to a representative
Use the form below to send a pickup request
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How does e-waste recycling work?

Quantum is a fully audited electronics recycling company, compliant to the most stringent standards in the world. Our processes have been developed to minimize waste and maximize value and security. We operate state-of-the-art reuse and recycling systems that safely, securely and transparently break down your old equipment into its reusable components and recycled commodities.

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What types of electronics can be recycled in Gatineau

Laptop Computers

Portable computing device

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Cellphones

Smartphones and other mobile devices

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Tablets

Multi-purpose portable device

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Desktop Computers

Stationary computing device

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Servers

High capacity stationary computing device

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CRT Monitors

Old display technology format

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LCD/LED Monitors

Flat panel display technology

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CRT Televisions

Old display technology format

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Plasma TVs

Original flat panel display technology

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LCD/LED TVs

Flat panel display technology

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Rear Projection TVs

Old style large screen TV format

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Photocopiers

Floormodel device that copies documents

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Desktop Printers

Small enough to fit on a desk

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Thermal Printers

Often used in POS systems for receipt printing

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Multifunction Printers (MFP)

Desktop or floor model printer

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Toner and Ink Cartridges

Disposal cartridge containing ink

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Professional AV Equipment

High grade recording equipment

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Mixed Cables

Cables and wires used to connect

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Mixed Batteries

Portable power supplies

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Fax Machines

Sends scans of documents via telephone

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Mice and Keyboards

Used to input data into a computing device

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Home Theatre

Consumer grade surround sound system

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Stereo Systems

Device for playing audio

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Electronic Accessories

An essential or useful auxiliary item

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Network Equipment

An essential or useful auxiliary item

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What does ITAD mean?

Do you provide certificates of recycling/data destruction?

What can I do with my old TV in Gatineau?

Quantum can also destroy your data

Serialized Certificate of Destruction with every load
Secure chain of custody including GPS enabled fleet, locking cargo holds and optional direct delivery and seal verification
Onsite shredding at your facility, while you watch, for the ultimate peace of mind

The electronic waste problem in Gatineau

Gatineau has a population of 284,557, who generate 2,845,570 lbs of e-waste every year.
Manufacturing is a major industry in Gatineau, starting with the first paper mill opened there in 1927 and today including a range of products like building materials, electronics, and pharmaceuticals.
Many federal government departments are headquartered in downtown Gatineau, which also serves as the regional center for the Outaouais region.

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Did you know?

So much of what we consume every year goes to waste. Quantum is looking to change that.

  • Electronic waste is increasing in Canada, from roughly 8.3 kilograms per person in 2000 to more than 25 kilograms per person in 2020.
  • An estimated 5.3 billion mobile phones became waste in 2022, only a fraction of which were properly recycled.
  • Small electronics like cell phones make up 38% of e-waste, with other significant contributors including large electronics (20%) and air conditioners (17%).
  • Around 80% of electronic waste is shipped to developing nations, where it’s often processed using unsafe practices that expose the workers and environment to toxic chemicals.

Quantum services the following areas in Gatineau

  • Aylmer
  • Birch Manor
  • Buckingham
  • Davidson Corner
  • District Bellevue
  • District de Limbour
  • District de Riviere-Blanche
  • Du Ruisseau
  • Gleneagle
  • Jeanne-D’arc
  • Kilroy Crescent
  • Lac-des-FĂ©es
  • Limbour
  • Mont-Bleu
  • Parc-de-la-Montagne
  • Peter’s Point
  • Plateau
  • Sainte-Rose
  • Templeton
  • Wrightville

Recycling Your E-Waste in Gatineau

Visitors flock to Gatineau for its parks and natural beauty. Proper e-waste disposal helps to maintain the landscape of the region by keeping the hazardous materials contained in old electronics out of landfills and making full use of their recyclable resources. From handheld devices to appliances, home theater systems, computers, and manufacturing equipment, Quantum takes care of all of Gatineau’s electronics recycling needs.

Computer Recycling in Gatineau

Roughly 4 out of 5 households in Canada had at least one computer in 2021, and that number has been steadily growing. The materials like gold, silver, copper, and palladium used in laptops and desktops can be extracted and reused when they’re properly recycled. If not, the lithium in laptop batteries, lead in computer monitors, and other hazardous compounds can be released into the environment. This is why it’s so crucial for people to recycle their own computers, along with accessories like printers and keyboards, at a reputable e-waste recycling center like Quantum.

Recycling Smartphones in Gatineau

Many of the more than 3 million cell phones that are disposed of across Canada each year aren’t actually broken. Instead, they’re just old or outdated, making them prime candidates for refurbishing and reuse. Even broken phones can have value thanks to the glass, plastic, and metals like aluminum and copper they contain. We help Gatineau’s residents recycle their phones the right way to prevent these valuable materials from going to waste.

Handling Business E-Waste Recycling in Gatineau

E-waste recycling is often more complicated for businesses than individuals. For one thing, companies often have more and larger items to dispose of. These devices also frequently contain sensitive data and proprietary information. Quantum addresses both of these concerns. For large orders, we can arrange a free pickup to take this electronic waste off your hands. We also offer data destruction services to ensure that everything contained on devices and drives is disposed of as securely as the electronic itself.

How E-Cycling in Quebec Makes a Global Impact

When you throw out electronics, they don’t always end up in a landfill in Canada. Often, this waste is shipped elsewhere in the world, often to developing areas of Africa and Asia, where it’s processed by workers who lack proper safety protection and contributes to a growing global pollution problem. You can prevent this by recycling your electronics with a reputable company like Quantum that disposes of all types of e-waste in a safe, socially-responsible way.

Quantum’s E-Waste Recycling Process 

Our recycling process at Quantum has been developed over 30 years of experience in this sector. We operate state-of-the-art recycling and reuse systems that are EPRA certified and compliant with the most stringent industry standards for electronic disposal. Whether you arrange an on-site pickup or drop off your electronics at our e-waste recycling plant or one of our collection events, you can trust that any item you give us will be disposed of safely.

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