General Topics and Information - Oakville

Used Books - Where to Donate

Description

This listing summarizes agencies serving Oakville which take books in good condition

encyclopedias, magazines, National Geographic, or textbooks are not accepted at any location unless noted in description

all items must be packed in sealed bags or boxes, weighing less than 40 lbs., and placed on the doorstep
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place donations outside by 8 am the day of your pick-up in either a bag or box labeled "K" for kidney
request pick-up online or by calling toll free 1-800-414-3484

offers a free pickup service for any type of books regardless of their age
pickup is available throughout the Greater Toronto area including Halton Region and can be booked online

hardcover and paperbacks in good condition
post-secondary level textbooks for Textbooks for Change (any topic, last 15 years, of textbook accepted, separate from other donated items for the box located in store)

accepts books in very good condition at all library branches, during branch open hours
drop donations off with the branch staff at any of the Service Desks
no textbooks, technical books, encyclopedias, magazines or National Geographic
if you have a large quantity of materials for donation (more than 2 boxes), please contact [email protected] to arrange a drop-off appointment
for more information on acceptable donations, visit the website

accepts university and college textbooks published in the last 15 years
drop off at the Goodwill Value Centre on Speers Road in Oakville, separate them from other donated items and deposit in box

Comments

Effective January 1, 2026 books can no longer be recycled.

Eligibility

No restrictions

Application Process

Contact specific organization for information