Tired of old and dead batteries rolling around in your junk drawer?

The City of Lethbridge, in partnership with Call2Recycle Canada, has announced the Curbside Battery Collection Program. From Nov. 18-28, residents can bag their batteries and set them out for curbside pick-up the same day as their green cart.

“Batteries can be tricky to get rid of, and we recognize that residents need simple and convenient disposal options to maximize diversion,” says Mandi Parker, GM of Waste and Environment, City of Lethbridge, in a press release. “We’re proud to team up with Call2Recycle and lead the charge to help residents safely and efficiently dispose of household batteries.”

The city says this initiative marks a key milestone for safe battery disposal as it will be the first of its kind in Alber

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