Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in Toronto

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

All 3 yards

Scrap prices in Toronto 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
Canada Iron & Metal CoMon-Fri 7:30-5; Sat 7:30-12:30Not stated
GB Resources Group (GB Scrap Metals)Call ahead to confirmNot stated
Levine Recycling LtdCall ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperCanada Iron & Metal Co
BrassCanada Iron & Metal Co
AluminumCanada Iron & Metal Co
Stainless steelCanada Iron & Metal Co
Steel and ironCanada Iron & Metal Co
Cast ironCanada Iron & Metal Co
LeadCanada Iron & Metal Co
Insulated wireCanada Iron & Metal Co
Car batteriesCanada Iron & Metal Co
Catalytic convertersCanada Iron & Metal Co
AppliancesCanada Iron & Metal Co
Whole vehiclesCanada Iron & Metal Co, GB Resources Group (GB Scrap Metals)
E-wasteCanada Iron & Metal Co

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 Toronto?

3 scrap yards in our Toronto list buy from the public: Canada Iron & Metal Co (3534 Dundas St W); GB Resources Group (GB Scrap Metals) (96 Hyde Ave); Levine Recycling Ltd (854 Eastern Ave).

What is the scrap copper price in Toronto 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 Toronto?

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 Toronto?

Canada Iron & Metal Co: Mon-Fri 7:30-5; Sat 7:30-12:30; GB Resources Group (GB Scrap Metals): hours not confirmed, call ahead; Levine Recycling Ltd: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in Toronto?

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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