Scrap Metal Prices
Scrap Metal Prices Alberta 2026
Current buy prices for steel, copper, aluminum, and automotive metals in Alberta. Updated weekly from Alberta yard surveys.
Alberta's scrap market is shaped by oil-patch vehicles — work trucks, SUVs, and commercial equipment from the energy industry mean the average vehicle scrapped here weighs more than the national average. That's good news if you're scrapping a pickup truck: more steel value and typically a higher-grade catalytic converter. Calgary and Edmonton are the two major markets. Prices in Alberta run roughly 5–8% below Ontario due to the distance from major export terminals. To scrap a car in Alberta, you'll need your vehicle registration certificate. If it's lost, Alberta registries can issue a replacement. Free towing is widely available in Calgary and Edmonton; expect a small fee outside the major centres.
Ferrous Metals — Alberta
Steel and iron buy prices from Alberta yards.
| Metal | Price (CAD) | Week |
|---|---|---|
| Steel HMS #1 | $0.35–$0.49 | → $0.01 |
| Steel HMS #2 | $0.27–$0.39 | → $0.01 |
| Cast Iron | $0.30–$0.43 | → $0.01 |
Non-Ferrous Metals — Alberta
Copper, aluminum, lead, and stainless prices in Alberta.
| Metal | Price (CAD) | Week |
|---|---|---|
| Copper (bare bright) | $12.52–$14.41 | ↑ $0.06 |
| Copper #1 | $11.02–$12.68 | ↑ $0.05 |
| Insulated Copper Wire | $3.16–$3.62 | ↑ $0.19 |
| Aluminum (cast) | $1.61–$1.86 | ↑ $0.04 |
| Aluminum (sheet) | $1.91–$2.54 | ↑ $0.04 |
| Lead | $0.85–$1.07 | ↓ $0.50 |
| Stainless Steel 304 | $0.56–$0.78 | ↓ $0.35 |
Automotive Parts — Alberta
Car batteries and catalytic converter prices in Alberta.
| Part | Price (CAD) | Week |
|---|---|---|
| Car Battery | $7–$12 | → — |
| Catalytic Converter (OEM) | $80–$240 | → — |
| Catalytic Converter (aftermarket) | $18–$52 | → — |
About these prices: Alberta prices are sourced from regional yard surveys and commodity benchmarks. Updated every Monday. Actual prices vary by yard and volume.
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