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Environmental Handling Fees

Recycling programs are sustained through the collection of an Environmental Handling Fee (EHF) enforced by provinces in Canada. They are paid at the time you purchase a new computer, laptop, monitor, television and other applicable electronics (outlined by Province below) – so you won’t need to worry about paying a Fee to recycle your end-of-life electronics.


ONTARIO

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged EPRA (Electronic Products Recycling Association) as their recycler:
 
Desktop Computers
$3.50
Portable Computers
$1.25
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals, Printer Cartridges
$0.40
Desktop Printing, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$6.50
Floor -Standing Printing, Copying and Multi-Function Devices, IT/Telecom & Musical Instruments
$70.00
Display Devices 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$7.50
Display Devices 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$12.20
Display Devices 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$15.50
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.30
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$2.00
Personal/Portable Electronics: IT/Telecom, portable Music
Devices
$0.90
Home Audio/Video & Gaming Products, Home Theatre in a Box, & Non-Portable Musical Instruments
$3.50
Vehicle Audio/Video/Navigation Systems (After-Market)
$3.25
Drones
$3.75
 

Batteries

The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged Call2Recycle as their recycler:
 
Single Use
 
AA
$0.04
AAA
$0.02
C
$0.06
D
$0.08
9V
$0.06
Button
$0.01
Small Primary
$0.05
Medium Primary
$0.20
Large Primary
$0.70
Rechargeable
 
AA
$0.14
AAA
$0.12
C
$0.15
D
$0.20
9V
$0.15
Button
$0.10
Small Rechargeable
$0.10
Medium Rechargeable
$0.50
Large Rechargeable
$2.50
Portable Power
$1.25
Electric Bicycle/ Electric Scooter replacement or extra batteries (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Pricing Examples:
A 4-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 4 = $0.16
A 48-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 48 = $1.92
 
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Ontario for producers who have engaged EPRA (Electronic Products Recycling Association) as their recycler. If a product is purchased in Ontario, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.'s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST applies to the amount of the levy. PST does not apply to the amount of the levy.
  • Batteries Recycling & Disposal - Please visit: https://www.call2recycle.ca/locator/ for a list of drop of locations for recycling and disposal.
  • Electronic Recycling & Disposal - In Ontario please visit: Find Your Electronics Recycling Drop Off Location for a list of depots where you can drop off your electronics for recycling or disposal

ALBERTA

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Computers
 
CPUs (Desktop Computers and Servers)
$2.00
Portable Computers (Laptop, Notebook and Tablet PC)
$0.80
Printer/Printer Combinations, ‘Stand-alone scanners, fax machines and photocopiers
$3.00
Visual Display and All-in-One Devices
 
Less than 30” screen
$2.50
30” and larger
$6.00
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Alberta. If a product is purchased in Alberta, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST applies to the amount of the levy.

Saskatchewan

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.80
Portable Computers
$0.65
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.00
Display Devices – 30-45” (including All-In-One Computers)
$4.25
Display Devices – 46” or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$7.50
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$4.50
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.20
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$1.25
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.35
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$1.25
Floor-Standing Printing, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$60.00
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.50
Countertop Microwave Ovens
$3.85
 

Batteries

The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged Call2Recycle as their recycler:
 
Single Use
 
AA
$0.05
AAA
$0.03
C
$0.06
D
$0.08
9V
$0.04
Button
$0.01
Small Primary
$0.05
Medium Primary
$0.20
Large Primary
$0.70
Rechargeable
 
AA
$0.8
AAA
$0.7
C
$0.10
D
$0.14
9V
$0.12
Button
$0.10
Small Rechargeable
$0.08
Medium Rechargeable
$0.45
Large Rechargeable
$1.90
Portable Power
$0.70
Electric Bicycle/ Electric Scooter replacement or extra batteries (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Products sold with batteries included
 
Garden Tool
$1.25
Construction / Renovation Tool
$1.25
Smoke and CO Alarm
$0.10
Portable Flashlight and Spotlight
$0.10
E-Toy
$0.10
E-Bicycles or E-Scooters (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Pricing Examples:
A 4-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 4 = $0.16
A 48-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 48 = $1.92
 
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Saskatchewan. If a product is purchased in Saskatchewan, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST applies to the amount of the levy. PST does not apply to the amount of the levy.
  • Batteries Recycling & Disposal - Please visit: https://www.call2recycle.ca/locator/ for a list of drop of locations for recycling and disposal.

British Columbia

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.70
Portable Computers
$0.45
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.00
Display Devices – 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$4.25
Display Devices – 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$7.50
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$5.50
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.35
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$2.50
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.70
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$2.50
Floor-Standing Printing, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$22.00
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.70
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.10

Small Appliances

The EHF per unit is:
 
Time Measurement (e.g. Clock)
$0.20
Weight Measurement (e.g. Scale)
$0.30
Air Treatment (e.g. Air Purifier, fans)
$0.95
Smaller Floor/Surface Cleaning (e.g. Handheld Vacuum)
$0.50
Personal Care
$0.25
Designated Very Small Items
$0.20
Sports, Leisure, Arts, Crafts & Hobby Devices
$0.75
Test and Measurement Tools
$0.35
Kitchen Countertop - Motorized (e.g. Blender)
$0.50
Kitchen Countertop - Heating Appliances
$0.80
Kitchen Countertop - Coffee/Tea
$0.70
Microwave Ovens
$5.00
Garment Care Appliances
$0.60
Full-size Floor Cleaning Appliances
$2.50
Hand-held Power Tools
$0.55
Bench-top, Demolition, Free-Standing Power Tools
$1.20
Sewing / Textile Machines
$2.75
Exercise Machines
$1.85

Major Appliances

The EHF per unit is:
 
Compact Refrigerators & Wine Coolers/Beverage Centres
$6.50
Freezers
$6.50
Portable Air Conditioners
$6.50
Dehumidifiers
$6.50
Electric Water Dispensers
$6.50

Lights

The EHF per unit is:
 
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) (Solid-state lamps used for specialty purposes and conventional lighting applications)
$0.15
Miniature Bulb Package (Fees will be assessed on a per-package basis and NOT on a per-unit basis)
$0.10
Designated Small Fixtures/Decorative Light Strings
$0.15
Portable Fixtures (with plug, cord or battery such as Desk Lamps)
$0.15

E-Toys

The EHF per unit is:
 
Micro Toys weighing less than 50gms
$0.05
All toys except Micro Toys, Small and Large Battery-Powered Ride-Ons
$0.25

Batteries

The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged Call2Recycle as their recycler:
 
Single Use
 
AA
$0.06
AAA
$0.04
C
$0.06
D
$0.08
9V
$0.06
Button
$0.02
Small Primary
$0.05
Medium Primary
$0.25
Large Primary
$0.75
Rechargeable
 
AA
$0.15
AAA
$0.13
C
$0.15
D
$0.20
9V
$0.15
Button
$0.10
Small Rechargeable
$0.10
Medium Rechargeable
$0.50
Large Rechargeable
$2.50
Portable Power
$1.25
Electric Bicycle/ Electric Scooter replacement or extra batteries (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Pricing Examples:
A 4-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 4 = $0.16
A 48-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 48 = $1.92
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into British Columbia. If a product is purchased in British Columbia, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST and PST applies to the amount of the levy.
  • Batteries Recycling & Disposal - Please visit: https://www.call2recycle.ca/locator/ for a list of drop of locations for recycling and disposal.

Nova Scotia

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.80
Portable Computers
$0.40
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.00
Display Devices – 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$5.50
Display Devices – 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$10.50
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$5.25
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.25
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$2.25
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.50
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$2.25
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.50
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.11
Countertop Microwave Ovens
$5.25
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Nova Scotia. If a product is purchased in Nova Scotia, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - HST applies to the amount of the EHF.

Prince Edward Island

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.80
Portable Computers
$0.45
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.00
Display Devices – 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$5.50
Display Devices – 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$10.50
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$5.25
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.25
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$2.25
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.50
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$2.25
Floor-Standing Printing, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$60.00
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.50
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.11
Countertop Microwave Ovens
$5.25

Small Appliances

The EHF Per unit is:
 
Time Measurement (e.g.Clock)
$0.35
Weight Measurement (e.g.Scale)
$0.40
Air Treatment (e.g. AirPurifier, fans)
$1.10
Garment Care Appliances
$0.75
Personal Care
$0.40
Kitchen Countertop - Heatingand Cooking Appliances
$0.90
Kitchen Countertop - Motorized(e.g. Blender)
$0.60
Kitchen Countertop -Coffee/Tea
$0.80
Smaller Floor/Surface Cleaning(e.g. Handheld Vacuum)
$0.75
Full-size Floor CleaningAppliances
$2.95
 

Batteries

The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged Call2Recycle as their recycler:
 
Single Use
 
AA
$0.05
AAA
$0.04
C
$0.08
D
$0.10
9V
$0.06
Button
$0.02
Small Primary
$0.05
Medium Primary
$0.25
Large Primary
$0.75
Rechargeable
 
AA
$0.10
AAA
$0.09
C
$0.15
D
$0.20
9V
$0.15
Button
$0.10
Small Rechargeable
$0.10
Medium Rechargeable
$0.50
Large Rechargeable
$2.00
Portable Power
$0.75
Electric Bicycle/ Electric Scooter replacement or extra batteries (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Products sold with batteries included
 
Garden Tool
$2.00
Construction / Renovation Tool
$2.00
Smoke and CO Alarm
$0.10
Portable Flashlight and Spotlight
$0.10
E-Toy
$0.10
E-Bicycles or E-Scooters (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Ride-On Toys
$0.50
Pricing Examples:
A 4-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 4 = $0.16
A 48-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 48 = $1.92
 
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island. If a product is purchased in Nova Scotia & Prince Edward Island, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - HST applies to the amount of the EHF.
  • Batteries Recycling & Disposal - Please visit: https://www.call2recycle.ca/locator/ for a list of drop of locations for recycling and disposal.

Manitoba

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.80
Portable Computers
$0.65
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$1.80
Display Devices – 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.10
Display Devices – 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$7.00
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$4.50
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.20
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$1.25
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.45
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$1.25
Floor-Standing Printing, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$60.00
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.50
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.10
Countertop Microwave Ovens
$3.85
Batteries
The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged Call2Recycle as their recycler:
 
Single Use
 
AA
$0.04
AAA
$0.02
C
$0.06
D
$0.08
9V
$0.04
Button
$0.01
Small Primary
$0.05
Medium Primary
$0.20
Large Primary
$0.70
Rechargeable
 
AA
$0.07
AAA
$0.06
C
$0.10
D
$0.14
9V
$0.12
Button
$0.10
Small Rechargeable
$0.08
Medium Rechargeable
$0.45
Large Rechargeable
$1.90
Portable Power
$0.70
Electric Bicycle/ Electric Scooter replacement or extra batteries (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Products sold with batteries included
 
Garden Tool
$1.25
Construction / Renovation Tool
$1.25
Smoke and CO Alarm
$0.10
Portable Flashlight and Spotlight
$0.10
E-Toy
$0.10
E-Bicycles or E-Scooters (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Ride-On Toys
$0.45
Pricing Examples:
A 4-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 4 = $0.16
A 48-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.04 x 48 = $1.92
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Manitoba. If a product is purchased in Manitoba, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST and PST applies to the amount of the levy.
  • Batteries Recycling & Disposal - Please visit: https://www.call2recycle.ca/locator/ for a list of drop of locations for recycling and disposal.

Québec

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.60
Portable Computers
$0.40
Display Devices – 29" orsmaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.75
Display Devices – 30-45"(including All-In-One Computers)
$5.75
Display Devices – 46" orlarger (including All-In-One Computers)
$13.75
Desktop Printers, Copying andMulti-Function Devices
$5.50
Computer and Video GamingPeripherals
$0.20
Home Audio / Video Systemsand/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$2.50
Personal / Portable Imagine,Audio and Video Devices
$0.60
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$2.50
Non-Cellular Telephones andAnswering Machines
$0.85
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.13

Batteries

The EHF Per Unit for producers who have engaged Call2Recycle as their recycler:
 
Single Use
 
AA
$0.03
AAA
$0.02
C
$0.06
D
$0.08
9V
$0.04
Button
$0.01
Small Primary
$0.05
Medium Primary
$0.20
Large Primary
$0.70
Rechargeable
 
AA
$0.07
AAA
$0.06
C
$0.10
D
$0.14
9V
$0.12
Button
$0.10
Small Rechargeable
$0.08
Medium Rechargeable
$0.45
Large Rechargeable
$1.90
Portable Power
$0.70
Electric Bicycle/ Electric Scooter replacement or extra batteries (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
SSLA Battery (per unit)
 
Small
$0.08
Medium
$0.45
Large
$1.90
Products sold with batteries included
 
Garden Tool
$1.25
Construction / Renovation Tool
$1.25
Smoke and CO Alarm
$0.10
Portable Flashlight and Spotlight
$0.10
E-Toy
$0.10
E-Bicycles or E-Scooters (lithium-ion batteries only)
$10.00
Pricing Examples:
A 4-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.03 x 4 = $0.12
A 48-pack AA Primary Batteries EHF is $0.03 x 48 = $1.44
  • Sales - The levy will be included in the selling price on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Québec. If a product is purchased in Québec, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST and PST applies to the amount of the levy.
  • Batteries Recycling & Disposal - Please visit: https://www.call2recycle.ca/locator/ for a list of drop of locations for recycling and disposal.

Newfoundland & Labrador

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.90
Portable Computers
$0.45
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$4.75
Display Devices – 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$7.75
Display Devices – 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$14.75
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$5.25
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.25
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$2.55
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.50
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$2.50
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.60
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.11
Countertop Microwave Ovens
$6.85
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Newfoundland & Labrador. If a product is purchased in Newfoundland & Labrador, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - HST applies to the amount of the levy.

Northwest Territories

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Computers
 
CPUs (Desktop Computers and Servers)
$10.50
Portable Computers (Laptop, Notebook and Tablet PC)
$3.00
Desktop Printer/Printer Combination, 'Stand-alone' scanners, fax machines and photocopiers
$8.00
Visual Display and all-in-One Devices
 
Less than 30" screen
$12.25
30" - 45" screen
$24.50
Greater than 45" screen
$40.00
  • Sales - The levy will be charged on all of the above products sold, shipped and delivered into Northwest Territories. If a product is purchased in Northwest Territories, but shipped to another province that has no levy or EHF, no levy or EHF is applicable. Please note that applicable GST/HST, PST, QST will be charged according to the province to which the product is shipped.
  • Returns - The EHF on electronics is refundable on returns based on The Source (Bell) Electronics Inc.’s return policy.
  • Exchanges - If a Television, for example, is exchanged for another size of Television, the final EHF will be based on the size of the second Television.
  • Tax Applicability - GST applies to the amount of the levy.

NEW BRUNSWICK

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop Computers
$0.80
Portable Computers
$0.40
Display Devices – 29" or smaller (including All-In-One Computers)
$3.00
Display Devices – 30-45" (including All-In-One Computers)
$4.50
Display Devices – 46" or larger (including All-In-One Computers)
$9.25
Desktop Printers, Copying and Multi-Function Devices
$5.25
Computer and Video Gaming Peripherals
$0.25
Home Audio / Video Systems and/or Home Theatre in a Box (HTB)
$2.00
Personal / Portable Imagine, Audio and Video Devices
$0.50
Vehicle Audio and Video Systems
$2.00
Non-Cellular Telephones and Answering Machines
$0.60
Cellular Devices and Pagers
$0.11

YUKON

Electronics

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Desktop computers
$2.80
Portable computers
$2.00
Computer accessories
$0.40
Desktop printers/fax machine/copiers
$2.50
Display (≤ 29") (including all-in-one)
$14.00
Display (30” to 45”) (including all-in-one)
$24.00
Display (≥ 45”) (including all-in-one)
$56.00
Cellular devices and pagers
$0.14
Non-cellular phones and answering machines
$0.90
Personal or portable image/audio/video systems
$0.50
Home audio/video systems
$2.20
Home theatre-in-a-box
$2.20
Vehicle audio/video systems (aftermarket)
$2.20

Small Appliances

The EHF Per Unit is:
 
Kitchen countertop - motorized
$0.88
Kitchen countertop - heating
$1.40
Kitchen countertop - heating -coffee/tea
$1.23
All microwaves
$10.94
Time measurement
$0.70
Weight measurement
$0.70
Garment care
$1.23
Air treatment appliances
$1.75
Personal care appliances
$1.75
Full-size floor cleaning devices
$4.38
Small floor cleaning devices
$0.70

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the Environmental Handling Fee (EHF)?

The Environmental Handling Fee (EHF) is an environmental fee or levy that is to be added to the purchase of all televisions, computers, computer equipment and other applicable electronic devices in the provinces of Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, Ontario, PEI, Manitoba, Québec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick and the Northwest Territories. The fee will be used to cover the cost of collection, transportation, storage, processing and disposal of electronic waste.

Q: Does the Environmental Handling Fee (EHF) apply to online purchases?

The Environmental Handling Fee also applies to all online purchases that are shipped to Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia, Ontario, PEI, Manitoba, Québec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick and the Northwest Territories.

Q: What if my shipping address is different to my billing address?

For example, if a parent in Ontario goes to an online store and orders a laptop for their child who is attending University in Alberta and they have the order shipped to Alberta then the purchase will be subject for the Environmental Handling Fee for Alberta, not Ontario.

Q: Why am I paying this environmental levy/environmental handling fee (EHF)?

This environmental levy/EHF supports various electronic diversion programs in participating provinces in Canada. This levy/EHF applies to all new purchases of designated electronic items. The fees support the various programs to recover and reclaim old electronic items that are currently entering the waste stream. These programs essentially help pay for the safe disposal of old electronic products.

Q: Is this a tax?

No, it is an Environmental Levy or Environmental Handling Fee. The fees collected go directly into the various programs that handle electronic waste and processing.

Q: Who gets the money?

The Source and all other Retailers are required to remit fees related to designated products to the Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) for Alberta and Northwest Territories, Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) for Ontario, and the Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA) for British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Québec, Nova Scotia, PEI, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador directly.

Q: Do discounts on product sales apply to the Environmental Levy/EHF?

No, the fee is the same regardless of the purchase. It is based on the fee categories, which depends on the size or type of the product.

Q: What happens if I return the product?

If a product is returned in accordance with The Source return policies, the levy/EHF will be refunded.

Q: What happens if I exchange the product?

If the exchange is for a similar size TV then the levy/EHF will not be affected, a straight exchange will take place. If the exchange involves a different size TV, then the difference between the two levies/EHF must be paid or will be refunded.

Q: What if I buy the product outside the province and have it delivered to the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia, PEI, Manitoba, Québec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick or Northwest Territories?

The levy/EHF is applied to all designated equipment that is delivered to the provinces of Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, Ontario, Nova Scotia, PEI, Manitoba, Québec, Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick or Northwest Territories regardless of where the item was purchased.

Q: What if I buy the product for delivery to another province that has no levy/EHF?

If the product is purchased but the pick up or final purchase is in another province that has no levy/EHF, you will not be required to pay the levy/EHF.

Q: If I have Native Indian status, do I have to pay the levy/EHF?

Yes, applicable GST/HST will be charged on the amount of the levy/EHF.

Q: Is there PST on the levy/EHF?

Yes, applicable PST will be charged on the amount of the levy/EHF.

Q: Where can I send my comments about this fee or if I have questions about the recovery program itself?

If customers have questions or concerns they would like to express regarding the fee and the program it supports, they can contact:

FOR ONTARIO:
Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority
4711 Yonge Street, Suite 408
Toronto, Ontario, M2N 6K8
Phone: 1-888-936-5113

FOR ALBERTA AND NORTHWEST TERRITORIES:
Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA)
P.O. Box 189,
Edmonton, AB T5J 2J1
Phone: 1-888-999-8762 - toll free
Email: electronics@albertarecycling.ca

FOR SASKATCHEWAN, MANITOBA, NOVA SCOTIA, PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND, NEW BRUNSWICK AND NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR:
Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA)
Email: info@eprassociation.ca

FOR QUEBEC:
Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA)
Email: info@eprassociation.ca
 
Batteries:
Call2Recycle Canada
9160 Boulevard Leduc
Bureau 410
Brossard, QC J4Y 0E3
Phone: 1.888.224.9764
Email:

FOR BRITISH COLUMBIA:
Electronics and E-Toys:
Electronic Products Recycling Association (EPRA)
Email: info@eprassociation.ca
Small Appliances:
Canadian Electrical Stewardship Association (CESA)
12337 - 82A Avenue,
Surrey, BC, V3W 0L5
Phone: 1-877-670-CESA (2372)
Email: info@cesarecycling.ca
Major Appliances:
Major Appliance Recycling Roundtable (MARR)
105 West 3rd
Vancouver, BC, V5Y 1E6
Phone: 1-888-252-4621
Email: info@marrbc.ca
Lights:
Product Care Association (PCA)
12337 82A Avenue
Surrey, BC, V3W 0L5
Phone: 604-592-2972
Email: contact@productcare.org