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Spills and Hazardous Materials on Public Property
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Who is responsible for a spill?

The City's Wastewater unit and Roads division are responsible for the clean up of hazardous spills on public property, roadways and into sewer systems. A quick response to these incidents is vital to prevent these contaminants from entering the sewer systems, water courses and lakes, and damaging our environment.  The Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks', Spills Action Centre is notified of these incidents when they occur.

What actions to take when witnessing a spill

If you see paint, oil or other similar material onto public property, the roadway or flowing into catch basins, sewer systems and water courses, please contact Service Vaughan at 905-832-2281 to report the incident.
 
 
  Wastewater Spill Trailer
 
 
 
 

 Contact Information

 

Environmental Services

Phone: 905-832-2281

Fax: 905-303-2005

Email: service@vaughan.ca

Location: 
Joint Operations Centre
2800 Rutherford Rd.
Vaughan, ON  L4K 2N9
 
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday - 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
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  • York Region Disposal of Fats, Oils and Grease Disposal brochure (PDF)
  • York Region Hazardous Waste Depot
  • York Region Industrial Disposal of Fats, Oils and Grease brochure (PDF)

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