Best Scrap Metal Recycling Options in Western Canada

Old appliances in the garage, torn-down siding from a reno, or leftover metal from a job site — whatever scrap you’ve got, it’s worth something.

But figuring out the best way to recycle it across Western Canada? That can be trickier.

In this guide, we’ll break down the best ways to recycle scrap metal in Western Canada — and get paid for it.

1. Drop-Off Recycling: The Easiest Way to Get Paid for Your Scrap

Got some scrap metal lying around? Just load it up, drive it in and turn your metal into cash.

Inland Steel Products offers easy drop-off services at eight locations across Western Canada — including Saskatoon, Regina, Calgary, Edmonton, Lloydminster, Swift Current, Bonnyville and Medicine Hat.

Here’s how it works:

Pull up to the drive-on scale (no appointment needed)
Our staff will help you weigh and unload your scrap metal
You get paid on the spot — cash or cheque

Whether it’s a few old appliances or leftover renovation materials, drop-off recycling is the fastest way to turn metal into money.

2. Scrap Metal Bin Rentals: Easy, Reliable, Built for Contractors

If you’re a contractor, renovator, or business generating a steady stream of scrap, a bin rental is your best bet.

Inland Steel Products offers fast, flexible scrap metal bin services across Saskatchewan and Alberta — with options to suit everything from small renovations to major industrial projects.

How it works:

Choose the bin size that fits your job (8 to 40 cubic yards available)
We drop it off at your location — typically within 24–48 hours
You fill it with your scrap metal — no sorting required
We pick it up, weigh it, and pay you — cash or cheque

Bin options include:

Lugger bins – Compact, perfect for tighter job sites
Roll-off bins – Larger volumes, ideal for big jobs and ongoing projects

With Inland Steel Products contractor-focused bin service, you get:

Reliable drop-off and pickup
Competitive scrap metal payouts
No landfill fees — just cash for your metal

Visit our Bin Service page to see available sizes and schedule your next rental.

3. Mobile Scrap Metal Cleanup & Shearing: We Come to You

When your scrap is too big to move or spread out across a site, let us come to you.

Inland Steel Products offers mobile cleanup and shearing services designed for large, heavy, or hard-to-transport scrap. Whether it’s structural steel, old equipment, or oversized materials, our trained crews and specialized equipment handle the heavy lifting — so you don’t have to.

What we offer:

On-site collection and cleanup of large scrap piles or equipment
Mobile shearing for oversized or unmanageable metal
Fast coordination of logistics, pickup, and payment

We’ve built a reputation across Western Canada for:

Industry-leading response times
Reliable, professional crews
Private rail fleet for large-scale transport

Learn more about how mobile cleanup works on our Large Item Pickup page.

Why Choose Inland Steel Products?

With over 55 years of experience and more than one million customers served, Inland Steel Products is Western Canada’s trusted leader in metal recycling.

Here’s why people choose us:

Eight state-of-the-art facilities — all with drive-in access, fast service, and friendly teams
Transparent pricing & instant payment — no guesswork, no delays
Full-service recycling options — drop-off, bins and mobile pickup options
Local commitment — we invest in the communities we serve

RECYCLE YOUR SCRAP METAL FOR CASH

If you have scrap metal you’d like to recycle for cash contact our team today! We are open Monday to Friday and have eight locations across Western Canada with convenient drive-in and drop-off facilities.