What bottles are refundable in Alberta?
As long as containers are whole, labelled, between 35 millilitres and 20 litres and sold in the province of Alberta, they are eligible for a refund. This includes clear or coloured plastic (PET) and glass, semi-transparent or solid plastic (HDPE), polycoat containers, bag-in-a-box bladders, and plastic foil pouches.
How much are bottles worth in Alberta?
The deposit/refund amount for containers 1 litre or less is 10 cents and for containers larger than 1 litre the deposit/refund is 25 cents.
Are milk cartons refundable in Alberta?
Milk and Liquid Cream Containers are now part of the deposit refund system. ALL milk and liquid cream containers sold in Alberta now require a deposit of 10 cents (1 litre or less) or 25 cents (over 1 litre).
When did bottle recycling start in Alberta?
The deposit and option to return milk containers to Alberta bottle depots comes into effect June 1, 2009. Milk containers will continue to be recycled through community recycling programs until then.