Yukon
We are excited to announce that Interchange Recycling’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Stewardship Plan has been officially approved by the Yukon Environmental Protection and Assessment Branch. This approval marks a significant milestone for EPR in the Yukon and reinforces a shared commitment to responsible product management and environmental sustainability.
Launching on August 1, 2025, the Interchange Recycling Yukon program ensures that products such as lubricating oil, antifreeze, diesel exhaust fluid, oil filters, and automotive containers are collected and managed responsibly at the end of their life cycle.
As we prepare for the program’s rollout, we are working closely with local partners to establish convenient collection services, including a permanent public collection site in Whitehorse. These efforts will provide businesses, consumers, and industry stakeholders with clear and accessible recycling options, ensuring that obligated materials are diverted from landfills and processed in an environmentally responsible manner.
We look forward to working with our members, industry partners, and the public to make this program a success. More details, including collection site locations and program guidelines, will be shared in the coming months.
Reminder that all organizations doing business in Yukon are asked to Register with Interchange Recycling by completing the Yukon Participation Agreement and submitting it to accounting@interchangerecycling.com.
Important Links:
How much is the Environmental Handling Charge (EHC) in Yukon?
Planning Fees (effective July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025):
In order to assist with the development of the program, Interchange Recycling has implemented the following Yukon Planning Fee effective July 1, 2024. Payments for 2024 Q3 and Q4 were due on January 31, 2025:
- For lubricating oil – $0.02 per litre
- For filters – $0.13 per unit
- For antifreeze – $0.05 per litre for premix and concentrate
- For containers – $0.04 per litre of container size
Implementation Fees (effective July 1, 2025):
In anticipation of the program launch on August 1, a notice was sent to all Registered Members regarding the Implementation EHCs required for the program’s operation.
March 3 – Notice re: Yukon Implementation EHC Fees
For Q1 and Q2 of 2025, planning fees will remain in effect as we prepare for full program implementation. Please submit your reports through The Vault. Note: planning fees will cease at the end of Q2 2025, with the new implementation fees taking effect on July 1, 2025.
We are committed to supporting our members and ensuring a smooth transition into the Yukon program. To help you stay ahead of compliance requirements and avoid potential complications, we strongly encourage you to register and submit your reports as soon as possible. Please note that delaying registration may result in retroactive planning fee obligations dating back to July 2024 for companies that have not yet started collecting these fees.
EHC Remittance Portal – The Vault by Interchange Recycling
As of January 2, 2025, EHC Reporting and Remittances must be made through our new online portal – The Vault by Interchange Recycling. All active Members have been sent an email with instructions on how to access their account.
Q3/Q4 2024 reports were due on January 31, 2025.
If you have any questions, email memberservices@interchangerecycling.com.
