Draglam Waste and Recycling

What Draglam Waste and Recycling does

Draglam Waste and Recycling Inc. is a privately held, Ontario-based waste management company founded in 1997 and operating as a subsidiary of the diversified G&L Group (also referred to as the Juel Group). The company provides waste collection, removal, and recycling services to commercial, industrial, institutional (ICI), construction and demolition (C&D), high-rise residential development, and residential customers across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), with operational reach spanning Vaughan, Toronto, and surrounding communities. Its core service offering is built around two owned transfer and recycling facilities — one at 401 Bowes Rd in Concord (also the corporate headquarters) and another at 19 Delta Park Blvd in Brampton — supported by a fleet of 18 roll-off trucks and 11 tractor trailers and an in-house Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) that sorts cardboard, wood, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and plastics, achieving a stated 75%+ diversion rate.

The company's product portfolio centers on roll-off bins (7-40 cubic yards for C&D, renovation, and large projects) and front-end bins (2-8 cubic yards for recurring commercial service at storefronts, restaurants, retail, and office buildings), together with demolition services and LEED waste-diversion planning that helps contractors achieve 50% or 75% diversion thresholds for certification points. Operational technology includes GPS-enabled, centrally dispatched trucks that enable same-day service, customized waste-diversion systems, and self-serve online bin ordering. Sales are executed through a mix of direct phone sales targeting enterprise/construction clients and a self-serve web portal serving SMB and residential customers.

Revenue is generated on a transactional (per-haul) basis for roll-off rentals — typically priced flat at $888 per bin across multiple sizes — plus recurring monthly front-end bin contracts and fees on transfer station and LEED professional services. The company is privately held, does not disclose revenue, and has historically grown through tuck-in acquisitions (World Waste Systems Corp. in 2007, Alpha Waste merger in 2013, Presto Disposal Services in 2017) and infrastructure investment rather than external equity funding.

Name

Draglam Waste and Recycling

Legal name

Draglam Waste and Recycling Inc.

Website

https://draglamwaste.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1997

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Draglam Waste and Recycling is a privately held GTA-based waste management company that operates two transfer and recycling facilities in Concord and Brampton, an owned fleet of roll-off trucks and tractor trailers, and a Materials Recovery Facility achieving 75%+ diversion, serving commercial, construction, industrial, and residential customers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Waste Management Services

NAICS

Solid Waste Collection (562111), Waste Collection (56211), Materials Recovery Facilities (56292)

SIC

Refuse Systems (4953), Sanitary Services (4950)

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial & Office Waste Collection (Non-hazardous) (EUAIAGAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Recycling & E-Waste Collection/Hauling (HSAKALAJ)

Keywords

• Waste management services
• Roll-off bin rental
• Construction debris removal
• Transfer station operations
• Recycling services

Headquarters

HQ city

Concord

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Bin and Dumpster Rental: Roll-off and front-end bin rental services for waste collection and removal. Roll-off bins available in 7, 14, 20, 30, 40 cubic yards. Front-end bins available in 2, 4, 6, 8 cubic yards. Serviced to residential homes, schools, businesses, construction sites, apartments and more.
2. Transfer Station Services: Transfer station operations accepting construction debris, I.C.I. waste, organic waste, steel, clean fill and more. Materials are sorted and recycled or transported to landfill.
3. LEED Certification Support Services: Waste management planning and reporting services to help builders and contractors achieve LEED certification. Provides separate bins for recyclable materials or single bin for mixed waste with separation at MRF. Monthly diversion reports provided.
4. Demolition Services: C&D specialists guide customers through demolition and construction waste management process to minimize environmental impact.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Draglam Waste & Recycling provides waste collection, removal, and recycling services to commercial, construction, industrial, and residential customers across the Greater Toronto Area. Its core offering includes Roll-Off Bins (7 to 40 cubic yards) and Front-End Bins (2 to 8 cubic yards) for rent, supported by two owned Transfer and Recycling Stations (Concord at 401 Bowes Rd and Brampton at 19 Delta Park Blvd) and an owned Materials Recovery Facility that sorts and recovers cardboard, wood, ferrous and non-ferrous metals, and plastics, achieving a recycling rate exceeding 75% on inbound material.

Product overview

Draglam Waste & Recycling operates as a comprehensive waste management provider offering a unified service portfolio centered on waste collection, removal, and recycling. The core offering consists of Roll-Off Bins (7-40 cubic yards for large projects) and Front-End Bins (2-8 cubic yards for smaller commercial applications), supported by Transfer Stations in Concord and Brampton, a Materials Recovery Facility, and Recycling Services that process over 75% of incoming materials. Additional capabilities include LEED-compliant waste diversion planning, same day service, GPS fleet tracking, and customized waste diversion systems. The company serves commercial, construction, industrial, and residential clients throughout the GTA.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Roll-Off Bin Rental Rental of large Roll-Off Bins in 7, 14, 20, 30, and 40 cubic yard sizes for construction, demolition, home renovation, large development, and industrial projects. Bins are delivered and serviced by roll-off trucks and remain on-site until full. All roll-off bin sizes (14, 20, 30, 40 cubic yards) are priced at a flat $888.
• Front-End Bin Rental Rental of Front-End Bins in 2, 4, 6, and 8 cubic yard sizes for store fronts, restaurants, retail locations, and offices. Bins can be fitted with lids for plaza environments and are serviced on scheduled cadences (daily, weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly). Introduced in 2005 with competitive rates and scheduled service guarantees.
• Transfer Station Services Operations at two Transfer and Recycling Stations (Concord at 401 Bowes Rd and Brampton at 19 Delta Park Blvd) accepting construction debris, I.C.I. waste, organic waste, steel, clean fill, and more. Materials are sorted and recycled or transported to landfill. Charged on a per-transaction fee basis.
• Recycling Services Comprehensive waste diversion and recycling services using a Materials Recovery Facility that sorts waste to recover cardboard, wood, ferrous iron, non-ferrous iron, and plastics. Current operations recycle over 75% of materials entering the transfer stations, with diversion capability steadily increasing year over year.
• LEED Waste Diversion Services Professional waste management planning and reporting services to help builders and contractors achieve LEED certification. C&D Specialists guide customers on diversion options: separate bins for recyclable materials, or single bin for mixed waste with separation at the MRF. Supports 50% diversion for one LEED point or 75% diversion for both points, with monthly diversion reports provided.
• Demolition and C&D Waste Consulting C&D specialists guide customers through the demolition and construction waste management process to minimize environmental impact, covering planning, bin sizing, diversion strategy, and on-site execution support.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 75% of materials that come into transfer stations are recycled
• +2 more outcomes

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and major.

• Presto Disposal ServicescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 April 2017Presto Disposal Services joined the G&L Group under the Draglam Waste & Recycling banner effective April 1, 2017. Presto, like Draglam Waste, was built on strong family values in delivering committed and reliable customer service. Presto's drivers joined the Draglam Waste team to provide the same courteous service and experience.
• Alpha WastecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 August 2013Draglam Waste announced a new partnership with Alpha Waste on August 12, 2013. The merger partners two companies both built on strong family values, dedication, sustainability and a tireless work ethic. Together, both Draglam and Alpha Waste combined resources, offering more dynamic service to customers.
• Progressive Waste Solutions (BFI Canada Inc.)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 July 2013Draglam Waste partnered with Progressive Waste Solutions (BFI Canada Inc.) supporting their new Freshway Recycling Facility. This initiative dramatically decreases the amount of construction and demolition waste sent to landfills every year. In addition to Bowes and Wentworth transfer stations, customers can also use the Freshway Facility.
• Juel GroupcoreOthersDraglam Waste is a part of the Juel Group. The parent company G&L Group operates multiple divisions including Draglam Waste (waste removal), Brock Aggregates (soil/aggregates), Earthco Soils (soils), and Draglam Salt (salt products). All brands share the G&L legacy round logo with individual icons and colors.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves12 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Republic Services, Inc. Second-largest North American non-hazardous solid waste services company operating transfer stations, MRFs, and landfills across the U.S. While Canada presence is limited, it provides the public-company benchmark for regional waste operator valuation and operating metrics.
• Waste Management, Inc. Largest waste management company in North America offering comprehensive collection, transfer, recycling, and disposal services with Canadian operations including GTA. Sets the industry benchmark for service breadth and scale economies that Draglam must compete against.
• Waste Connections, Inc. Major North American solid waste services company with substantial Canadian operations following its acquisition of Progressive Waste Solutions (BFI Canada). Operates transfer stations, MRFs, and landfills serving GTA customers with broader geographic reach and public-company scale advantages.

Direct peers

• GFL Environmental Inc. Toronto-area-headquartered waste management company offering solid waste collection, transfer, recycling, material recovery, and disposal services across Canada. Direct competitor to Draglam in the GTA with overlapping commercial, industrial, C&D, and residential service lines.
• Miller Waste Systems: Ontario-based regional waste management company providing collection, transfer, and recycling services for commercial, industrial, institutional, and residential customers. Directly comparable mid-sized regional competitor in the same Ontario geographies Draglam serves.
• Emterra Group: Canadian-owned recycling and waste management company headquartered in Burlington, Ontario, serving municipalities and commercial customers with collection, MRF processing, and recycling services. Directly comparable Canadian mid-sized competitor with similar service mix.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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