Needles and needle debris are a challenging issue for Newton, however Newton is not alone. Strategies to ensure that individuals and communities are as safe and healthy as possible have been undertaken across the globe. Ensuring that people who use needles can access safe disposal, and that stray needles and needle debris in the community are dealt with promptly and safely is one of the goals of the Newton BIA.

The Used Needle Disposal Program consists of the installation of ‘used needle boxes’ around the Newton BIA Boundary. These boxes are installed in “hot spot” locations that have been identified by businesses and the various patrols in the area. The boxes are supplied by Stericycle. The Community Safety Patrol will inform the public about the needle boxes along with support from RCMP, Surrey Bylaw, and Surrey Crime Prevention. The Newton BIA hopes to decrease the amount of stray needles found through this initial pilot.

Have you spotted a needle? Contact City of Surrey Engineering for pick up: (604) 591-4152

Looking to dispose it yourself? Follow our step by step guide for steps on how to safely dispose a used needle here.