Quebec Deposit-Refund System Modernization: Strong Momentum Three Months In

Montreal, June¹, 2025 – Three months after Phase 2 of the deposit-refund modernization came into effect, the Quebec Beverage Container Recovery Association (QBCRA)/Consignaction has reported very positive results. Since March¹, the expansion of the deposit-refund all plastic beverage containers from 100 ml to 2 L has been rolled out smoothly, supported by enthusiastic public participation, the user-friendly network that has been put in place, and the ongoing commitment of partners in the field.

An infrastructure in sustained deployment

Since the inauguration of return site very firstConsignaction+ return site Consignaction+ April 2024, the network has grown rapidly: there are now a total of 50 return sites operation across Quebec, including 11 Consignaction+ 39 Consignaction sites. More than 130 million redeemable containers have already been returned, a figure that speaks to citizens' commitment when effective and accessible infrastructure is available. To support this growth, more than 140 leases have also been signed for the opening of new facilities.

The Consignaction mobile app is also experiencing significant growth, with 72,000 active users to date. It allows users to receive deposit-refund refunds deposit-refund and securely when they return their deposit-bearing beverage containers to return sites or Consignaction+ return sites Consignaction+ Easy to use, it offers a convenient alternative to cash, while allowing users to track their deposit history and manage their refunds in just a few clicks.

Consignaction works tirelessly to provide a deposit-refund , efficient, and accessible deposit-refund system for the public. The enthusiasm of citizens who embrace our network, combined with the commitment of our partners, is a testament to the remarkable mobilization and collective strength that enable us to bring about lasting change in the way we recover beverage containers," said Normand Bisson, President and CEO ofQBCRA.

Another step towards a network worthy of Quebec

This dynamic will continue to intensify thanks to a structured and sustained deployment, recently supported by a new financial partner, which will accelerate the opening of new return sites and facilitate the integration of advanced technologies.

QBCRA is actively pursuing the deployment of its network, with a firm commitment to making deposit-refund ever more accessible, simple and efficient, throughout Quebec.

About Consignaction and the Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association

Since 2001, programs branded with the Consignaction name have promoted beverage-container recovery to citizens and companies. Consignaction is the official emblem for promoting the activities of the Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association (QBCRA) to the public and stakeholders. The QBCRA is the designated management body (DMB) for the development, implementation, financing and management of the modernized deposit-refund system, in line with the principle of extended producer responsibility (EPR). Its members are the various beverage producers involved in the recovery, reuse, recycling and reclamation of beverage containers in Quebec. For more information, visit www.consignaction.ca.

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Quebec Beverage Container Recycling Association (QBCRA)/Consignaction

Information :

Elisabeth Larocque-de Freitas, (514) 652-6887, [email protected]