A circular economy today for a waste-free tomorrow.

The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority is the regulator mandated by the Government of Ontario to enforce the province’s circular economy laws.

Registration open for Electronics and Batteries

Producers of information technology, telecommunications, audio-visual equipment (ITT/AV) and single-use and rechargeable batteries have until January 31, 2021 to register with the Authority.

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