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Paint & Containers Recycling Program
Recycling support for eligible paint materials
Last Update: June 14, 2026
Funding available
Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Location
Alberta, Canada
Overview
Paint & Containers Recycling Program supports the collection and recycling of eligible paint materials in Alberta. It covers the collection, sorting, transport, and processing of eligible paint, aerosol cans, and empty paint containers, with incentives for registered processors.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop strategic partnerships
- Enhance an existing program
- Increase production or service capacity
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Timeline
- Receipt of requests is now closed
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Administrative and support, waste management and remediation services
Location
- Alberta
Legal structures
- All legal structures
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Collection of eligible paint materials and empty containers
- Sorting, storage, and transport of collected paint materials
- Recycling and processing of latex, non-latex, aerosol, and container materials
- Delivery of processed materials to approved downstream processors
Documents Needed
- Online registration application
- Business plan
- Proof of Alberta or extra-provincial registration
- Workers’ compensation coverage confirmation
- Certificate of Recognition or equivalent
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Registered paint processors
- Collection sites handling eligible paint materials
- Businesses operating as processors in Western Canada
Who is not eligible
- Unregistered businesses
- Facilities without required compliance or insurance documentation
- Processors using unapproved downstream facilities
Eligible expenses
- Transportation of eligible paint materials from collection sites or generators to the processor facility
- Processing of latex, non-latex, aerosol paint, and eligible containers
- Shipping processed materials to approved downstream processors
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Landfill disposal without prior approval
- Processing or shipping to unapproved downstream processors
- Handling ineligible material such as adhesives, caulking, HHW, tints, and brushes
Eligible geographic areas
- Alberta
- British Columbia
- Saskatchewan
- Manitoba
Processing and Agreement
- Applications and claims are reviewed by ARMA after submission.
- Funding is paid only when claims are complete, accurate, and accepted.
- ARMA may withhold, delay, reduce, or revoke payments if requirements are not met.
- Registered processors must keep records and provide requested supporting documents.
Additional information
- Collection sites should work with their Registered Processors to ensure materials are eligible and properly handled.
- Registered Processors must use the ARMA Connect portal for incentive claims.
- Shipping documents should be checked for accuracy before signing.
- Environmental fees help fund the recycling system for designated paint materials.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Paint & Containers Recycling Program Program
What is the Paint & Containers Recycling Program?
Paint & Containers Recycling Program supports the collection and recycling of eligible paint materials in Alberta. It covers the collection, sorting, transport, and processing of eligible paint, aerosol cans, and empty paint containers, with incentives for registered processors.
Who is eligible for the Paint & Containers Recycling Program program?
To be eligible for the Paint & Containers Recycling Program program, you must:
Registered ARMA processor
Operates in Western Canada
Meets safety and insurance requirements
What expenses are eligible under Paint & Containers Recycling Program?
Collection of eligible paint materials and empty containers
Sorting, storage, and transport of collected paint materials
Recycling and processing of latex, non-latex, aerosol, and container materials
Delivery of processed materials to approved downstream processors
Who can I contact for more information about the Paint & Containers Recycling Program?
You can contact Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) by email at collection.sites@albertarecycling.ca or by phone at 780.990.1111.
Where is the Paint & Containers Recycling Program available?
The Paint & Containers Recycling Program program is available the province of Alberta.
Is the Paint & Containers Recycling Program a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Paint & Containers Recycling Program is a Grant and Funding
Who are the financial supporters of the Paint & Containers Recycling Program?
Paint & Containers Recycling Program is funded by Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA)