Who We Are
We are a family owned and operated full-service scrap metal facility in Waterloo Region. We specialize in all types of metal recycling, from household drop-offs to commercial scrap bin services and car recycling. We are also a fully integrated dealer processing facility. Drop by or contact us for more information on how to turn your scrap metal into cash.


Our Promise
At Dundee Recycling we stand behind our quality of service. We are committed to providing both our customers and suppliers with the most competitive pricing in the market, while upholding the standards you have grown to trust over the past 30 years.
Our History
In 1989, after visiting an equipment auction in New Dundee, Ontario, Bill and Irene Kropf recognized an opportunity within the recycling industry. Dundee Recycling began as a small operation, recycling materials in an environmentally conscious manner, and with a lot of hard work they experienced incredible growth within the first few years of business. In the early 1990’s their relocation to Bridge St. enabled them to better serve the community and surrounding areas.
At Dundee Recycling, we are amazed and grateful for the expansion and new opportunities the past 30 years have brought to our business, while operating on the same principles and ethics as we have from day one. Today Dundee Recycling is under the leadership of Stephen Kropf, who is as passionate about the business as his grandparents were when it was formed decades ago. Proudly operating in our third generation, we look forward to serving the community for generations to come.
Our Commitment
to Sustainability
Recycling metal is highly effective as it can be recycled repeatedly without its properties being altered. Metal recycling comes with economic and environmental benefits including; lower metal material costs, a decrease in pollution and greenhouse gas emissions from landfills, and energy conservation as it reduces the need for mining.
Our Team
We have over 100 years of combined experience in the industry
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Stephen Kropf
Position: President
Background:
Stephen started his career in the metal recycling industry at the age of 13! After school and on weekends he would help his father and grandfather around the yard doing things like sweeping, cleaning, and removing steel from brass and copper. At the age of 18, Stephen became a full-time employee with the company and immediately got his AZ driver’s license. He drove a variety of trucks (and still does from time to time), doing deliveries of our metals and servicing our accounts. At the age of 25, Stephen’s father promoted him to a manager’s position. It did not take long for Dennis to see his true potential within the company as he played a major role in the expansion and growth of the company in a short period of time. In 2017, at the age of 28, Stephen was named President and his father Dennis took a step back. Since the time Stephen took over his role, the company has seen huge growth, innovation and success that has made Dundee Recycling into what it is today. Stephen continues to grow his team and add new value daily.
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Tim Belmore
Position: Vice President
Background:
Working in the metal recycling industry for 22 years, Tim has gained extensive knowledge and experience within this business. He currently sits on the board of Executive Directors for Cari, as the Treasure secretary. Tim started working at the local scrap yard for a summer job in high school and fell in love with the industry, moving his way through the business and learning every job possible. From torching iron in the yard to trading metals with the world’s biggest consumers. He has worked for some of the industry’s best companies throughout his 22-year career until connecting with Stephen Kropf and Dundee Recycling. They both share the same determination and work ethics and work tirelessly to keep the company growing to make Dundee Recycling a place that people can call home for many years to come. Tim oversees all aspects of Dundee Recycling’s non-ferrous activities.
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Kevin Kropf
Position: Operations Manager
Background:
Kevin has been with Dundee Recycling for 6 years now. Kevin joined shortly after his brother Stephen assumed the role of President. Kevin finished university with a BOS (Bachelor of Science degree). It did not take him long to realize his calling was in the family business of metal recycling. Kevin started his career at Dundee working in the warehouse as a general labourer doing all sorts of jobs from torching and sorting metals to helping customers unload their vehicles and educating our customers on proper segregation of their metals. Kevin has had many roles within the company and now has his role of operations manager of non-ferrous. Kevin oversees the daily flow of our warehouse, quality control of all incoming and outgoing metals. Kevin also oversees the shipping and receiving of all non-ferrous movement.
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Ivan Gallant
Position: General Manager
Background:
Ivan started his career in the metal recycling industry 30 years ago. Ivan started out as a general labourer doing all sorts of jobs. From sorting and cleaning metals to weighing in customer’s scrap. Ivan grew to love the industry and applied himself in every job he could, learning everything from crane operations to driving trucks and everything in between. Ivan has worked for some of the industry’s biggest companies and landed his role with Dundee Recycling in 2011 and has since overseen all operations in the ferrous yard. Ivan’s day to day is making sure the yard flows seamlessly and is in good order. Ivan is a huge team player and the go to problem solver.
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Chris Burgess
Position: Senior Account Manager
Background:
Chris has been involved in the scrap recycling industry for 10 years now. Beginning his career at ArcelorMittal Dofasco after graduating from McMaster University in Hamilton, ON, Chris was a sourcing Analyst and was able to learn about the entire Steelmaking process from the ground up. He grew his knowledge of the Steelmaking process in everything from understanding scrap steel commodities, melt chemistries and the process of purchasing scrap steel to support the creation of new steel. Wanting to learn more, Chris moved on from the Steel making side to the Scrap Recycling side where he was introduced to Non-Ferrous metal trading and was able to grow his knowledge in the world of Non-Ferrous metals. Now with Dundee Recycling he has the responsibility of connecting Dundee with new suppliers on both the Ferrous and Non-Ferrous side and developing relationships with Ferrous and Non-Ferrous consumers across North America.
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Katie Morana
Position: Human Resources and Business Strategy
Background:
Katie began her career 16 years ago in the telecommunications sector, taking on various roles and most recently serving as Manager of Major Accounts. During her time there, she and her team earned numerous awards and certifications in Customer Excellence, Project/Program Management, and Business Excellence. With her extensive leadership experience, Katie has become a passionate advocate for professional development. She is dedicated to fostering growth opportunities for employees, and ensuring that the business vision is effectively communicated and embraced. Her strategic approach merges a deep understanding of business needs with a commitment to nurturing talent and driving success for employees and the business operations at Dundee Recycling.
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Cait Rogers
Position: Administration Assistant
Background:
Cait is currently the administration assistant and has recently started with Dundee Recycling. She has worked in administration and operations for over 10 years in many different settings. She graduated from Lambton College with a Social Service Worker Diploma, the foundation of which has moved her forward in developing many skill sets. Cait is passionate about creating a positive atmosphere while maintaining a high level of productivity. After many years in administration Cait is excited to take on the challenge of organization, communication and assisting in process improvements. Her goal within this company is to become a strong, helpful part of the daily unit maintaining fantastic customer service, attention to detail and assisting in facilitating a continued high level of success.
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Steve Sartell
Position: Senior Account Manager
Background:
After graduating from university, Steve launched his career in metal recycling and hasn’t looked back since. Over the past 17 years, he has gained extensive experience across the recycling, manufacturing, and environmental/demolition industries. This diverse background has equipped Steve with a unique skill set that he brings to every customer interaction. Upon joining the Dundee team, Steve was impressed by their unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction and knew he had joined the right team. Outside of work, you can find Steve coaching his children’s hockey teams or on the softball field, sharing his passion for sports with his three children.
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Opening Hours
Monday – Friday: 8:00-4:30
Saturday: 8:00 – 11:30
We are CLOSED on Sundays & ALL Long Weekends