2023-12-10 18:14:00
The deposit modernization project in Quebec, launched on November 1, 2023, brings two major changes, including the expansion of the list of accepted cans.
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Quebecers now receive 10 cents per returnable container, with the exception of certain already returnable glass bottles of 500ml and more, which are returned at 25 cents, indicates Consignaction.
In an interview on LCN, the CEO of the Quebec Association for the Recovery of Beverage Containers recalled that all cans from 100ml to 2L can be returned.
“Everything is going very well on the ground” according to Normand Bisson, while storing the cans remains a challenge.
An additional 300 million cans will be recycled.
“We are currently adjusting the recovery premises to ensure we are able to meet the needs of retailers,” he continues.
Phase 2, which will be triggered in March 2025, will bring its new set of changes, he warns.
“This is a matter that will be in great flux […] there will be even more containers affected. There is a whole infrastructure that will be put in place. We have to work very hard.”
Mr. Bisson explains that November 1 was the ideal date to carry out the transformation of the Quebec deposit system.
“The month of November was a good month to start the deposit, because usually, there are fewer returns,” he mentioned, adding that the increase in volume causes changes for collectors.
TVA News
Here are some reactions from citizens collected by TVA Nouvelles regarding the changes made to the instructions:
“We were already recording, so it didn’t change much. It’s just that the amount is higher. This will perhaps encourage the world to save more,” said one woman.
“We deposit more, it’s sure that the 10 cents is worth it. I have always recorded it, so I continue to do so,” continues a customer met in front of a grocery store.
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