Ontario Scrap Metal Prices

Scrap metal yards in Vaughan

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

All 3 yards

  • Gilbat Metals Ltd

    60 Rayette Rd, Units 20-24, Concord, Vaughan · 905-761-1059
    Check hours
    Takes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Stainless steel, Steel and iron, Lead, Insulated wire, Radiators

  • York Metal Recycling

    562 Chrislea Rd, Woodbridge, Vaughan · 905-856-7949
    Call ahead to confirm
    Takes: Copper, Brass, Aluminum, Steel and iron, Cast iron, Insulated wire, Appliances

  • Universal RecyclingNot verified

    36 Basaltic Rd, Concord, Vaughan · 905-738-9003
    Hours not confirmed

Scrap prices in Vaughan 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
Gilbat Metals LtdMon-Fri 7-4:30; Sat 7-12Not stated
York Metal RecyclingMon-Fri 7-6; Sat 7-3; closed stat holidayscash / EFT
Universal RecyclingCall ahead to confirmNot stated

Who takes what

MaterialYards that list it
CopperGilbat Metals Ltd, York Metal Recycling
BrassGilbat Metals Ltd, York Metal Recycling
AluminumGilbat Metals Ltd, York Metal Recycling
Stainless steelGilbat Metals Ltd
Steel and ironGilbat Metals Ltd, York Metal Recycling
Cast ironYork Metal Recycling
LeadGilbat Metals Ltd
Insulated wireGilbat Metals Ltd, York Metal Recycling
AppliancesYork Metal Recycling
RadiatorsGilbat Metals Ltd

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 Vaughan?

3 scrap yards in our Vaughan list buy from the public: Gilbat Metals Ltd (60 Rayette Rd, Units 20-24, Concord); York Metal Recycling (562 Chrislea Rd, Woodbridge); Universal Recycling (36 Basaltic Rd, Concord).

What is the scrap copper price in Vaughan 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 Vaughan?

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 Vaughan?

Gilbat Metals Ltd: Mon-Fri 7-4:30; Sat 7-12; York Metal Recycling: Mon-Fri 7-6; Sat 7-3; closed stat holidays; Universal Recycling: hours not confirmed, call ahead. Most yards close early on Saturday and all day Sunday.

Do I need ID to sell scrap in Vaughan?

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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