Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in North York

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

All 5 yards

Scrap prices in North York 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
Global Metals & Iron IncMon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-2cash / cheque
RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)Mon-Fri 7-4:30; Sat 7-12Not stated
Combined Metal IndustriesCall ahead to confirmNot stated
Scarborough MetalsCall ahead to confirmNot stated
Tinters Metal Recycling IncCall ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperGlobal Metals & Iron Inc, RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
BrassGlobal Metals & Iron Inc, RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
AluminumGlobal Metals & Iron Inc, RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
Stainless steelGlobal Metals & Iron Inc, RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
Steel and ironGlobal Metals & Iron Inc, RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
LeadRAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
Car batteriesRAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
Catalytic convertersGlobal Metals & Iron Inc
AppliancesRAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
Whole vehiclesGlobal Metals & Iron Inc, RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard)
E-wasteGlobal Metals & Iron Inc

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 North York?

5 scrap yards in our North York list buy from the public: Global Metals & Iron Inc (78 Rivalda Rd); RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard) (60 Ashwarren Rd); Combined Metal Industries (129 Fenmar Dr); Scarborough Metals (241 Bridgeland Ave); Tinters Metal Recycling Inc (601 Canarctic Dr).

What is the scrap copper price in North York 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 North York?

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 North York?

Global Metals & Iron Inc: Mon-Fri 8-5; Sat 8-2; RAM Iron & Metal Inc (Toronto Public Yard): Mon-Fri 7-4:30; Sat 7-12; Combined Metal Industries: hours not confirmed, call ahead; Scarborough Metals: hours not confirmed, call ahead; Tinters Metal Recycling Inc: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in North York?

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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