Tips for A Speedy Return
- Make sure your containers are deposit-bearing because some containers are not eligible for a refund. If you are unsure about a certain container, you can still bring it to your local redemption centre – staff will let you know if it is eligible or not for a refund.
- Confirm hours of operation at your local redemption centre. Remember that Saturday is Recycling Day in New Brunswick – many redemption centres are now open for at least 6 hours on Saturdays year-round, giving you ample time to recycle your beverage containers.
- You can pre-sort and count containers at home. Redemption centre staff will do this for you, but having your containers organized by type (i.e. glass, metal, plastic, carton, etc.) will make getting your refund a lot quicker.
Empty all liquids.
Do not remove labels.
(Return for Refund message should be visible on the container)
Remove all debris.
Do not flatten cans.
Ensure bottles are not broken.
Make sure to only return containers for beverages purchased in New Brunswick
When you purchase a deposit-bearing beverage in New Brunswick, the deposit you pay is refunded when you return the container for recycling at any of the province’s redemption centre locations.
Deposits on beverages bought outside of New Brunswick go to the recycling programs of their respective province or state, not New Brunswick’s. As our program does not receive these funds, we are unable to refund deposits on containers purchased elsewhere.
Redemption centres in New Brunswick thus have the right to refuse refunds for containers brought in from neighbouring regions, including Quebec, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Maine. Visitors to New Brunswick may be refused refunds on all or certain beverage container products or asked to provide proof of purchase.
We want your lids!
We’re able to recycle each part of your bottle, including the lids. Next time you’re going to a redemption centre, make sure to keep the lids on your containers or bring your lids in your bag or bin with all your empty beverage containers.
Reuse Your Bins or Bags
We encourage you to bring your containers to your local redemption centre in reusable bags, bins or boxes.
If you use garbage bags or other types of disposable plastic bags, you should also think about bringing these home for reuse instead of throwing them away.
Donation Programs & Bottle Drives
Many redemption centres work with charities and organizations to receive bottle drives. If you are interested in donating your containers or setting up a bottle drive, please contact your local redemption centre.