Anything on the ground can wash into the storm drains on streets and lanes and end up in the rivers. Please:

• Clean up your pet waste.
• Check your vehicle regularly to make sure harmful fluids, such as oil, antifreeze and gasoline, aren't leaking.
• Don't litter.
• Don't put grass clippings, leaves and other yard waste on the streets or into rivers – not only do they add harmful chemicals and nutrients to the rivers and clog storm drains, it's against.

Chemicals don't belong in the garbage or the sewer – they need special handling!

Don't dump chemicals down the drain! Our wastewater treatment plants may not be able to remove them and they can end up in the river, harming fish and other aquatic life. Dumping chemicals down the drain may also damage the sewer in your home and the City system.

Leftover or expired prescription drugs / over-the-counter medicines

Take them to a pharmacy where they will be disposed of safely.

Household hazardous waste products Please dispose of household hazardous waste products safely by taking them to a free hazardous waste collection centre. Information on collection centers is also available by calling the recycling and garbage information line at (716) 851-4890 or contacting us. These danger symbols can help you identify many hazardous waste products – corrosive, explosive, poison and flammable.

Chemicals don't belong in the garbage or the sewer – they need special handling!

Don't dump chemicals down the drain! Our wastewater treatment plants may not be able to remove them and they can end up in the river, harming fish and other aquatic life. Dumping chemicals down the drain may also damage the sewer in your home and the City system.