Canada’s first reusable bag recycling program

Beyond the Bag: A Sustainable Future Starts Here

the challenge

Reusable bags aren't just an alternative to single-use plastic bags—they're a powerful step towards a healthier planet. Even though many are made from plastic, they serve as a key part of our journey away from disposable lifestyles.

one of the only options in store

Reusable bags have emerged as a new standard for responsible shopping following the single-use plastic ban in December 2023

900 million reusable bags a year

Canadians are accumulating over 23 reusable bags a year which is almost a billion bags across Canada.

made of plastic

Most reusable bags are made from non-woven plastic, which cannot be accepted in regular recycling streams.

34 million bags discarded daily

Canadians discard over 34 million single-use plastic bags everyday. Thats 255,000kg or 560,000 pounds.

single-use plastic ban

In December 2023, single-use plastic bags became prohibited to sell, import and manufacture.

non-recyclable

The thin design resulted in a bag that can only go to landfill and takes 1,000 years to breakdown.

34 million bags discarded daily

Canadians discard over 34 million single-use plastic bags everyday. Thats 255,000kg or 560,000 pounds.

single-use plastic ban

In December 2023, single-use plastic bags became prohibited to sell, import and manufacture.

non-recyclable

The thin design resulted in a bag that can only go to landfill and takes 1,000 years to breakdown.

the solution

Plastic bags don’t have to be a negative thing! A reusable plastic tote bag is 100% recyclable with our first-of-its-kind recycling program. This is the journey your bag takes when it gets recycled.

Treated & prepped

separated & shredded

melted & pelletized

made into new products

the benefits

avoids landfill

Choosing to recycle your bags is a direct action against landfill waste. Your decision prevents the long-term environmental damage caused by plastics, which can take decades to decompose and release harmful microplastics.

reduces GHG emissions

The lifecycle of plastic—from production to disposal—releases significant greenhouse gases. By recycling, you cut down these emissions, sidestepping the need for new plastic production and avoiding resource-intensive disposal methods.

second life

Embrace the transformative power of plastic. With the capability to be recycled and reused up to 50 times, your bag's journey illustrates plastic's incredible versatility and potential for renewal into countless new forms.

protects wildlife & the planet

Your choices have power. The decision to recycle is a step towards safeguarding our planet and its precious wildlife from the brink. Together, we can make a difference through the simple, everyday acts of responsible consumption and recycling.

avoids landfill

Choosing to recycle your bags is a direct action against landfill waste. Your decision prevents the long-term environmental damage caused by plastics, which can take decades to decompose and release harmful microplastics.

reduces GHG emissions

The lifecycle of plastic—from production to disposal—releases significant greenhouse gases. By recycling, you cut down these emissions, sidestepping the need for new plastic production and avoiding resource-intensive disposal methods.

second life

Embrace the transformative power of plastic. With the capability to be recycled and reused up to 50 times, your bag's journey illustrates plastic's incredible versatility and potential for renewal into countless new forms.

protects wildlife & the planet

Your choices have power. The decision to recycle is a step towards safeguarding our planet and its precious wildlife from the brink. Together, we can make a difference through the simple, everyday acts of responsible consumption and recycling.

avoids landfill

Choosing to recycle your bags is a direct action against landfill waste. Your decision prevents the long-term environmental damage caused by plastics, which can take decades to decompose and release harmful microplastics.

reduces GHG emissions

The lifecycle of plastic—from production to disposal—releases significant greenhouse gases. By recycling, you cut down these emissions, sidestepping the need for new plastic production and avoiding resource-intensive disposal methods.

second life

Embrace the transformative power of plastic. With the capability to be recycled and reused up to 50 times, your bag's journey illustrates plastic's incredible versatility and potential for renewal into countless new forms.

protects wildlife & the planet

Your choices have power. The decision to recycle is a step towards safeguarding our planet and its precious wildlife from the brink. Together, we can make a difference through the simple, everyday acts of responsible consumption and recycling.

where to recycle

can’t find a bin near you?

bag solutions compared

reusable plastic

single-use plastic

reusable cotton

paper

Material Make Up

Polypropylene Plastic
(Synthetic)
Polyethylene Plastic
(Synthetic)
Cotton
(Organic)
Paper
(Organic)

Number of Uses for a Positive Impact

With recycling: 1

Without: 10-20
(2-3 weeks of daily use)
Not possible
7,100+
(19+ years of daily use)
5-43+
(1-6 weeks of daily use)

Life Span/Reusability

50-100 uses
1-5 uses
100-200 uses
1-5 uses

Weather Resistance

Yes
Yes
Yes
No

Capacity

20-30 lbs
5 lbs
30 lbs
1-5 lbs

Decomposition Rate

20+ years
1,000+ years
1+ year
2-6 weeks

Recyclability

100% through Planet Impact
No
Sometimes with many varying factors
Yes

Results

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