Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in Cambridge

4 yards in Cambridge that buy scrap from the public, with hours, what they take and this week's prices.

All 4 yards

Scrap prices in Cambridge this week

Bare bright copper$8.03/lb#1 copper$7.76/lb+$0.01 this week#2 copper$7.39/lb+$0.01 this weekInsulated copper wire (light, Romex, cords)$3.32/lbYellow brass$5.13/lbAluminum extrusion$1.65/lbAluminum cans$0.87/lbStainless steel 304$0.65/lbCar batteries$0.34/lbLight iron / shred$280/tonne

Ontario estimates from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026. All grades and how we calculate them.

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Hours

YardHoursPays by
Khattak TradingCall ahead to confirmcash
Combined Metal Industries (CMI)Call ahead to confirmcash
Jakab Scrap MetalsCall ahead to confirmNot stated
Woznuk Bros. LimitedCall ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperCombined Metal Industries (CMI), Jakab Scrap Metals, Woznuk Bros. Limited
BrassCombined Metal Industries (CMI), Woznuk Bros. Limited
AluminumCombined Metal Industries (CMI), Jakab Scrap Metals, Woznuk Bros. Limited
Stainless steelCombined Metal Industries (CMI), Woznuk Bros. Limited
Steel and ironWoznuk Bros. Limited
Cast ironWoznuk Bros. Limited
LeadCombined Metal Industries (CMI), Jakab Scrap Metals
Insulated wireCombined Metal Industries (CMI)
Whole vehiclesKhattak Trading
E-wasteCombined Metal Industries (CMI)

From each yard's own website. A yard not listed for a material may still take it; ask.

Before you go

  • Bring government photo ID. Yards must record who they buy from.
  • Sort by metal and strip steel from brass, copper and aluminum.
  • Drain oil and fuel from motors, mowers and compressors.
  • Ask whether steel is paid per pound, per 100 lb or per tonne.

Questions people ask

Where can I sell scrap metal in Cambridge?

4 scrap yards in our Cambridge list buy from the public: Khattak Trading (525 Clyde Rd Unit 2); Combined Metal Industries (CMI) (454 Dobbie Dr); Jakab Scrap Metals (116 Lilywood Dr); Woznuk Bros. Limited (1050 Main Street East).

What is the scrap copper price in Cambridge right now?

Ontario yards are paying about $7.76/lb for #1 copper and $7.39/lb for #2 copper (our estimate from exchange prices, checked October 27, 2026). Each yard sets its own rate, so call before you drive.

How much is scrap aluminum worth in Cambridge?

Clean aluminum extrusion is worth about $1.65/lb, siding and sheet about $1.20/lb, and cans about $0.87/lb at a typical Ontario yard.

What are the scrap yard hours in Cambridge?

Khattak Trading: hours not confirmed, call ahead; Combined Metal Industries (CMI): hours not confirmed, call ahead; Jakab Scrap Metals: hours not confirmed, call ahead; Woznuk Bros. Limited: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in Cambridge?

Yes. Ontario yards record government photo ID for every sale, and many also photograph the load and record your licence plate. Bring a driver's licence or passport. Minors generally can't sell.

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