Call2Recycle expands vape device recycling program in Quebec
Call2Recycle is expanding its Recycle Your Vapes program in Quebec to include cannabis vape devices.
The initiative is supported by the Government of Quebec and RECYC-QUÉBEC.
Building on the initial program launched January 1, 2025, the expansion is a response what Call2Recycle said is the rapid growth of battery-powered products and evolving cannabis consumption methods, ensuring proper end-of-life recycling.
“In collaboration with producers, retailers, government entities, municipal partners, and stakeholders, Call2Recycle is deploying a safe and responsible solution that prevents batteries and device components from ending up in landfills, promoting a circular economy. This proven model can be implemented nationwide, wherever Canadians live and shop,” the company said in a statement.
“As the market evolves, recycling solutions must keep pace, and Call2Recycle continues to support the transition to responsible recycling practices,” said Joe Zenobio, president and CEO at Call2Recycle Canada. “Whether it’s household batteries or those embedded in emerging products, our mission remains the same: to provide safe, convenient, and proven solutions for responsible collection and recycling. With nearly thirty years of leadership in battery management, Call2Recycle is proud to contribute to Quebec’s waste reduction goals through an innovative program designed to keep up with a constantly changing market.”
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The program’s expansion complements Call2Recycle’s stewardship efforts “by emphasizing long-term, innovative solutions for the safe collection and processing of embedded batteries and recoverable materials such as metals and plastics, supporting a circular system within the province,” the company continued.
Participating drop-off locations are equipped with specially designed containers for safety and ease of use, with more sites planned as the program expands. Once collected, Call2Recycle’s qualified partners sort and recycle the batteries and other device components to recover valuable materials and ensure proper end-of-life management.
