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Scrap Car Market in Calgary
Calgary's oil-patch economy and outdoor lifestyle mean the city has an unusually high concentration of trucks and large SUVs — some of the most valuable vehicles by weight in the scrap market. Calgary yards are accustomed to handling heavy-duty pickups and pay accordingly. Cold Alberta winters and road salt create consistent vehicle wear, keeping the scrap market active year-round across all four quadrants of the city.
Current Alberta scrap prices
Full price table →Steel (HMS #1)
$0.16–$0.20/kg
OEM Cat Converter
$75–$190 ea
Aluminum (cast)
$0.78–$0.90/kg
Updated 2026-06-15 · Prices in CAD
Areas Served in Calgary
How you get paid
Alberta yards commonly pay by cash or e-transfer. Confirm your preferred method when arranging pickup.
Pickup timing
Same-day pickup is common in Calgary and Edmonton. Surrounding communities are typically next-day.
Alberta paperwork requirement
Alberta requires a signed vehicle registration to transfer ownership to a scrap yard. If your registration is lost, any Alberta Registry agent can issue a replacement — there are hundreds of locations across the province.
Alberta Registry — vehicle registration ↗Scrap Car Calgary — Common Questions
Are scrap car prices higher in Calgary for trucks and SUVs?
Yes — trucks and SUVs weigh more and have larger catalytic converters. A full-size pickup truck can scrap for $500–$1,100 in Calgary depending on condition. Use our calculator for a specific estimate.
Does free towing cover all Calgary quadrants?
Yes — NW, NE, SE, and SW Calgary are all covered by free towing from yards serving the city. Airdrie and Chestermere are typically included; Cochrane and Okotoks may involve a small fee.
Do Alberta yards require a title to scrap a car?
Alberta requires a signed vehicle registration to transfer ownership to a scrap yard. If you've lost your registration, you can get a replacement from Alberta Registry.
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