Be Environmental Stewards
Join us in our commitment to environmental stewardship! At NSC, we take the protection of our environment seriously. We provide waste handling facilities for the proper disposal of hazardous waste materials, and we encourage all boat owners to participate in responsible waste management practices.
Proper Waste Disposal Guidelines
At NSC, we believe that every small effort counts in preserving our environment. Proper waste disposal is crucial to maintain the cleanliness and health of the waters where we enjoy our favourite activities. Here’s how you can dispose of different types of hazardous waste responsibly.
| Material | Bin Description | Location | Notes |
| Plumbing Antifreeze | Blue Barrel | Back Side of Pump Out Shed | Only Nontoxic/Plumbers Antifreeze, buckets to capture antifreeze are in same location. |
| Used Engine Oil | Steel Drum marked used oil | Yellow Storage locker Behind Annex | |
| Bad Fuel | Steel Drum marked used oil | Yellow Storage locker Behind Annex | |
| Used Oil Filters | Blue Container marked used filters | In front of Yellow Oil Storage locker | |
| Used Fuel Filters | Blue Container marked used filters | In front of Yellow Oil Storage locker | |
| Used Absorbent Pads for fuel and oil | Yellow Garbage Bin Marked Used Absorbent Pads Only | Main dock gate, Service dock garbage area | |
| Small propane canisters | No Facilities at NSC | Bring Back to point of Sale or City of Ottawa’s Household Hazardous Waste Site. | It costs NSC $10 per canisters to recycle these bottles so please do not leave them at the club. |
| Latex Paint | No Facilities at NSC | Bring Back to point of Sale or City of Ottawa’s Household Hazardous Waste Site. | Let dry in can and dispose of as normal garbage. |
| Solvent based paint | No Facilities at NSC | Bring Back to point of Sale or City of Ottawa’s Household Hazardous Waste Site. | |
| Batteries (small like buttons and “AA” | No Facilities at NSC | Canadian Tire in Bells Corners and Rona. | |
| Boat Batteries | Pallet | Behind Annex next to oil collection area | |
| Black Water | Use pump out | Service Dock | |
| Antifouling paint, chips and dust | Garbage Dumpster | In Yard | Dry material from sanding must be collected while doing work and then disposed of in dumpster |
After-Hours Disposal
Non of these areas are locked they are available to members 24hrs a day.
Important Note
To maintain the sustainability of our waste management program, this service is strictly limited to materials associated with your boat at NSC. We kindly request that you refrain from disposing of other hazardous materials, as this incurs additional costs for our membership.
Additional Resources
We are dedicated to helping you become an excellent environmental steward. For more ideas and information on sustainable boating practices, we recommend checking out the Guide to Sustainable Boating from the Ottawa Riverkeeper organization and the City of Ottawa’s Household Hazardous Waste Site.
Our team works tirelessly to ensure a cleaner and safer boating community. If you have any questions or need further assistance with waste disposal, please don’t hesitate to reach out to our Marine & Property Manager. Together, we can make a positive impact on the environment we cherish.
