Stewardship
Product Stewardship is the collection, transportation and recycling or appropriate disposal of unwanted, left over or expired products. This service is paid for by the producer and/or the consumer. Consumers contribute to this through eco-fees collected at the time of purchase. Some examples of products that have eco-fees are tires, computers, and vehicle batteries.
Stewardship Programs:
Electronics:
Electronics Stewardship Association of BC (ESABC) has contracted with Encorp for program services.
www.esabc.ca
www.encorp.ca (for depot and product information)
Tires:
Tire Stewardship BC provides proper disposal of car and light truck tires.
www.tirestewardshipbc.ca
Lead-acid Batteries:
This program is currently being overseen by the BC government.
www.env.gov.bc.ca/epd/recycling/batt/index.htm
Paint, Flammable Liquids, Solvents, Gasoline, Pesticides:
It is managed by Product Care Association and Tree-Marking Paint Stewardship Association. Due to the hazardous nature of this group of products, some restrictions apply.
www.productcare.org visit website for a complete list of applicable products and requirements
www.treepaint.ca
Pharmaceuticals:
Post-Consumer Pharmaceuticals Stewardship Association (PCPSA) encorporates prescription drugs, vitamins, and OTC medications that are unused or expired.
www.medicationsreturn.ca
Used Oil, Filters and Containers:
BC Used Oil Management Association
www.usedoilrecycling.com
Beverage Containers:
Encorp Pacific (Canada) handles all beverage containers except beer. Beer and refillables are managed by Brewers Distributor Limited.
www.encorp.ca
www.beerbottlerefund.com
Other products not specifically covered under these categories: (for locations, see our "Where Can I Recycle?" listing)
Rechargeable Batteries
Cell Phones
Other Links to help answer any other questions you may have about Stewards:
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