How much funding can be received?

The Returnable Container Recycling Equipment Modernization Program is a financial aid program in Quebec initiated by the Ministry of Environment and Fight against Climate Change. It aims to help retailers modernize their container recovery equipment by providing financial support for the replacement or acquisition of new machines. The program encourages the replacement of automated recovery equipment to enhance maintenance, efficiency, and service to citizens, with eligible applicants receiving up to $7,500 or 65% of the purchase price, whichever is lower.

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This grant provides financial support to retailers in Quebec to modernize their returnable container recycling equipment, ensuring efficient service delivery and enhanced consumer experience. Financial assistance is designed to cover a portion of the purchase cost of new equipment.

A financial assistance equivalent to the lesser amount of $7,500 or 65% of the purchase price of new equipment.
Eligible for modular equipment, which can receive a grant for each component module.
Expenses cover the acquisition cost of new automated recycling equipment. Delivery and refurbishment costs are excluded.
Funding authorized for multiple equipment acquisitions per address, subject to minimum recovery volume requirements.
Random compliance inspections throughout the program duration for funded sites.

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This grant assists retailers in upgrading their returnable container recycling equipment to enhance efficiency and service quality. The program facilitates the replacement or acquisition of advanced machines to improve recycling processes at retail locations.

Replacement of existing returnable container recycling machines with modern units.
Acquisition of new automated recovery equipment for managing higher volumes of returnable containers.
Installation of additional recovery machines to expand recycling capacity, including options for machines placed outside the retail store premises.

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$ 6,500

Replacing outdated recovery equipment at a recycling center

$ 7,500

Acquiring automated recycling equipment for a non-profit organization

$ 7,500

Replacing old automated recovery equipment at downtown Montreal recycling facility

$ 7,500

Acquiring new automated recycling equipment for local grocery store

$ 6,500

Adding automated recycling equipment outside the store

$ 7,500

Replacing modular recycling equipment inside a university campus

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Eligibility for this grant is determined by specific criteria related to the retailer's recovery equipment and operational requirements.

The retailer must manage a minimum average monthly volume of 5,000 refundable containers per machine.
The retailer must intend to replace automated recovery equipment for refundable containers.
The retailer must need to add automated recovery equipment to manage larger volumes of refundable containers.
Funding is available for the acquisition and replacement of multiple pieces of equipment per address, contingent upon meeting the minimum volume requirement for existing machines.
Retailers may add out-of-store equipment as long as all criteria and application procedures are followed.
Eligible equipment makes include Machinex (models: RVM X Proline Duo, RVM X3) and TOMRA (models: T-9 MultiPac Air, T-9 EASYPAC, T-70).

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Retailers in Quebec who manage a minimum average monthly volume of 5,000 refundable containers per device are eligible to apply for the Programme de modernisation des appareils de récupération des contenants consignés. The program is designed for those who wish to replace or acquire new automated equipment for the recovery of refundable containers. Retailers must also adhere to specific conditions related to equipment installation and reporting, including compliance inspections conducted by Boissons Gazeuses Environnement.

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This grant assists retailers in Quebec to replace or acquire new reverse vending machines (RVMs) for the collection and recycling of beverage containers. The aim is to modernize recovery equipment, enhance operational efficiency, and provide improved services to the public.

Replacement of existing reverse vending machines with newer models.
Acquisition of additional reverse vending machines to expand capacity.

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This program targets retailers in Quebec, Canada, ensuring the modernization of recovery equipment in alignment with provincial environmental objectives.

Retailers located within the province of Quebec.

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Step 1: Submit Financial Aid Request
- Complete the application form for either a single address or multiple addresses.
- Attach the following to the application form:
  - A supplier quotation detailing the chosen equipment, signed by the retailer.
  - Annex A, titled "Agreement on Collection for New Equipment and/or Off-premises Collection," signed by the retailer and collector(s) for any financed equipment.
  - Annex B, titled "Data Sharing Agreement with System Managers of the Deposit System for Any Financed Equipment," signed.
  - For off-premises equipment installation, include proof of address of the installation site and a photo of the site.
- Send the completed form and quotation to gobeuse@faqdd.qc.ca.
- Receive an acknowledgment email for the submission. Note that this is not a confirmation of acceptance for the financial aid request.
Step 2: Application Review and Confirmation of Aid Amount
- The application is reviewed for eligibility and compliance with program criteria.
- Receive confirmation of acceptance with details of the granted amount and application identification number.
- Do not proceed with any purchase or installation before receiving this confirmation.
Step 3: Installation and Submission of Required Documentation
- Once the new equipment is installed, submit the following documentation to gobeuse@faqdd.qc.ca (no postal submissions are accepted):
  - The equipment provider's work order.
  - Proof of payment by the retailer.
  - Evidence of removal of any old equipment (if replacing a machine older than 10 years).
  - Photos of the complete installation.
  - Your cheque specimen.
  - Ensure the equipment is connected online at the time of installation.
Step 4: Validation and Disbursement of Financial Aid
- The provided documentation is validated by the FAQDD.
- Financial aid is disbursed following successful validation.

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The Programme de modernisation des appareils de récupération des contenants consignés provides financial aid to retailers in Quebec for upgrading their recovery equipment.

Inspections of compliance will be carried out randomly by Boissons Gazeuses Environnement.
Funding covers only new automated recovery equipment acquisition costs; delivery and reconditioning fees are not eligible.
Equipment modular in nature is eligible for subsidies for each module.
Eligible applicants can install equipment outside the store if all criteria are met.
Submissions must include specific annexes and documentation, such as proof of old equipment removal, if relevant.