Canadian Eco-Fees: Provincial Environmental Handling Fee Programs for Electronics, Batteries, and Packaging
Reference for Canadian provincial eco-fee and environmental handling fee (EHF) programs covering electronics, batteries, packaging, tires, and other regulated products under extended producer responsibility legislation.
This is a regulated fee — required or governed by law in the jurisdictions below.
Overview
Canadian provinces operate a range of environmental handling fee (EHF) and extended producer responsibility (EPR) programs requiring producers, importers, and retailers to fund end-of-life recycling for regulated products. Programs vary significantly by province: British Columbia's Recycle BC covers packaging and printed paper, Ontario operates the Blue Box program for packaging and runs EHF programs for electronics and batteries through the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA), and most other provinces have similar programs for electronics, tires, paint, and batteries. Eco-fees are typically charged at the point of sale and must be separately stated on invoices.
Fee schedule by jurisdiction
7 jurisdictions with active fee requirements.
| Jurisdiction | Fee |
|---|---|
| British Columbia (Packaging — Recycle BC) | Producer fees based on material type and weight (per-kg basis) |
| British Columbia (Electronics — EPRA) | Environmental handling fees per product category |
| Ontario (Packaging — Blue Box) | Producer responsibility fees based on material tonnage |
| Ontario (Batteries — Call2Recycle) | Environmental handling fees per battery type |
| Alberta (Electronics) | Environmental handling fees per product category |
| Quebec (Packaging and print — Éco Entreprises Québec) | Producer fees based on material type and weight |
| All provinces (Tires and paint) | Province-specific eco-fees per unit |
British Columbia (Packaging — Recycle BC)
Producer fees based on material type and weight (per-kg basis)
Packaging and printed paper supplied to BC residents
Over 1,200 businesses fund the program. Average fees decreased 4.2% in 2025. Managed by Recycle BC.
British Columbia (Electronics — EPRA)
Environmental handling fees per product category
Computers, TVs, printers, and small electronics sold in BC
Managed by Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA)
Ontario (Packaging — Blue Box)
Producer responsibility fees based on material tonnage
Packaging and printed paper supplied to Ontario residents
Managed by Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA). Full producer responsibility transition completed.
Ontario (Batteries — Call2Recycle)
Environmental handling fees per battery type
Single-use and rechargeable batteries sold in Ontario
Reduced rates for some single-use battery categories. Fee schedule updated April 1, 2025.
Effective Apr 1, 2025
Alberta (Electronics)
Environmental handling fees per product category
Electronics and small appliances sold in Alberta
Managed by Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA)
Quebec (Packaging and print — Éco Entreprises Québec)
Producer fees based on material type and weight
Packaging and printed paper distributed in Quebec
Managed by Éco Entreprises Québec (ÉEQ)
All provinces (Tires and paint)
Province-specific eco-fees per unit
New tires and architectural paint
Most provinces operate separate tire and paint stewardship programs with per-unit eco-fees at point of sale
Enforcement
Producers and retailers who fail to register with their provincial stewardship organization or collect and remit eco-fees face enforcement from provincial environmental ministries, including fines, sales prohibitions, and compliance orders.
Official sources
Shopify compliance
This is a mandatory fee — merchants selling in covered jurisdictions are legally required to collect it. Shopify requires that mandatory fees be clearly disclosed to customers before checkout. Use a Shopify app like Magical Fees to automate collection and ensure compliance.
This information is maintained by the Magical Apps team and reviewed annually. Always consult official government sources for the most current requirements.
Quick facts
- Regulation
- Provincial Extended Producer Responsibility and Environmental Handling Fee Programs
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View fee schedule →SpainSpanish RAEE/WEEE Producer Responsibility Fees
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View fee schedule →European UnionEU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) — Producer Responsibility Fees
Reference for the EU Battery Regulation (2023/1542) requiring extended producer responsibility for all batteries placed on the EU market, including registration, collection, recycling, and end-of-life management obligations.
View fee schedule →European UnionEU Packaging Extended Producer Responsibility (Green Dot / PRO Europe)
Reference for European packaging extended producer responsibility systems coordinated by PRO Europe (Green Dot / Der Grüne Punkt), requiring producers to pay license fees for packaging collection and recycling in each EU member state.
View fee schedule →European UnionEU Textile and Clothing EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility)
Reference for extended producer responsibility (EPR) and eco-contribution schemes for textiles and clothing in the EU. France (Refashion) and other member states charge or require producer contributions; EU-wide EPR for textiles is coming by 2028.
View fee schedule →FranceFrench DEEE Eco-Participation Fees
Reference for France's DEEE eco-participation fees (éco-participation) required on the sale of electrical and electronic equipment to fund collection, recycling, and responsible disposal programs.
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