Tipping FeesFlin Flon residents need a tag to qualify for resident fees. Temporary tags are available for non-residents doing work in Flin Flon.
Tags are free and available at Flin Flon City Hall. Car, ½ - 1 ton truck with regular box Resident - $10.00 Non-resident - $50.00 Single Axle trailer Resident - $10.00 Non-Resident - $50.00 1 ton truck with high sides/deck – 5 ton truck Resident - $20.00 Non Resident - $70.00 Trailer with more than one axle, or dump trailer Resident - $25.00 Non-resident - $75.00 Tandem Truck Resident - $100.00 Non- Resident - $200.00 Semi Resident - $150.00 Non-resident - $300.00 Interac for debit and credit cards is available. Charge accounts can be set up at Flin Flon City Hall. Only businesses on the charge account list will be allowed to charge tipping fees. |
What to do with the things the Recycling Centre doesn't take?Take it to the landfillFlin Flon LandfillLocated on Highway 291
between Channing and Hwy 10. Flin Flon
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What goes whereThe landfill has specific areas for different kinds of materials. Loads should be sorted into different materials before they come to the landfill to make it easier.
The gate attendant will ask what materials are being brought to the landfill and give directions to the correct area. |
Bears at the Landfill
Bears are usually present at the landfill during the summer months. While there have not been any public safety issues, it is important to keep your distance. Do NOT attempt to feed or interact with the bears. If a bear becomes aggressive or any other issues arise, please contact the landfill attendant immediately. |
Recycling at the Landfill
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Tires
Passenger car and truck tires, semi tires and oversize tires are accepted Rims must be removed from tires Tires are placed in the tire area to the left of the landfill entrance Please see landfill attendant for assistance Tires are shipped to Reliable Tire Recycling in Winnipeg. They have a variety of products made from recycled tires. Check it out at www.rtrrubber.ca. |
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Waste Motor oil, antifreeze, containers and filters
Used motor oil, all antifreeze, oil filters and oil and antifreeze containers are accepted from individuals for safe disposal at the Eco-Centre The attendant will take the oil, etc at the Eco Centre. A signature will be required. Large quantities of oil from businesses will not be accepted. Contact GFL at 204 687 7679 |
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Metal
Metal is collected and sold as salvage. All metal items must go in the metal pile, not in the household or construction areas. |
Appliances with refrigerant
The law requires that all appliances with refrigerant have a sticker indicating the refrigerant has been removed before being placed in the metal pile. This includes refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, water coolers and dehumidifiers.
The refrigerant can be removed at the landfill for a $25.00 fee payable at the gate or Flin Flon City Hall. These items go in the fenced compound across from the tire area.
The law requires that all appliances with refrigerant have a sticker indicating the refrigerant has been removed before being placed in the metal pile. This includes refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, water coolers and dehumidifiers.
The refrigerant can be removed at the landfill for a $25.00 fee payable at the gate or Flin Flon City Hall. These items go in the fenced compound across from the tire area.
The Flin Flon & District Environment Council, Inc. provides the gate and yard services at the Flin Flon Landfill.