Canadian Electronics Recycling Fees: Provincial EHF Schedules
Reference for provincial electronics handling fees (EHFs) and recycling programs in Canada. Several provinces charge point-of-sale fees on designated electronics; rates vary by product and province.
This is a regulated fee — required or governed by law in the jurisdictions below.
Overview
Several Canadian provinces operate electronics stewardship programs that require producers or retailers to collect an environmental handling fee (EHF) at point of sale on designated electronic products. Fees fund collection and recycling. Amounts and product scope vary by province (e.g. BC, Ontario, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, PEI). Merchants selling covered electronics into these provinces must collect and remit the EHF; it is typically displayed as a separate line item at checkout.
Fee schedule by jurisdiction
6 jurisdictions with active fee requirements.
| Jurisdiction | Fee |
|---|---|
| British Columbia | Approx. $0.02–$28 per unit depending on product category |
| Ontario | Varies by product (e.g. TVs, computers, peripherals) |
| Alberta | Varies by product |
| Saskatchewan | Varies by product |
| Nova Scotia | Varies by product |
| Prince Edward Island | Varies by product |
British Columbia
Approx. $0.02–$28 per unit depending on product category
Designated electronics (TVs, monitors, computers, printers, etc.)
Ontario
Varies by product (e.g. TVs, computers, peripherals)
Designated electronics under OES program
Alberta
Varies by product
Designated electronics
Saskatchewan
Varies by product
Designated electronics
Provincial program; check current fee schedule
Nova Scotia
Varies by product
Designated electronics
Prince Edward Island
Varies by product
Designated electronics
Provincial electronics recycling program
Enforcement
Retailers and producers must comply with provincial EHF and stewardship requirements. Non-compliance can result in provincial enforcement and penalties.
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 semi-annually. Always consult official government sources for the most current requirements.
Quick facts
- Regulation
- Provincial Electronics Stewardship and EHF Programs
- Country
- Canada
- Jurisdictions
- 6
- Category
- Recycling Fees
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