RPRA consulting on the development of compliance guidance for sharing collection sites and buying and selling performance credits

RPRA is developing compliance guidance for producers and producer responsibility organizations (PROs) to clarify regulatory requirements related to:   

• Sharing public collection sites to meet accessibility requirements 
• Buying and selling performance credits to meet collection or management requirements 

This guidance is being developed to address compliance challenges identified by registrants.  

The compliance guidance will apply to producers and PROs operating under the following regulations:  

• Batteries Regulation   
• Electrical and Electronic Equipment (EEE) Regulation 
• Hazardous and Special Products Regulation 
• Tires Regulation  

The guidance will result in changes to compliance bulletins and registry procedures related to collection systems and performance credits for the above regulations. 

Based on the differences between the above regulations and the Blue Box Regulation, the guidance will not apply to the Blue Box Regulation.  

RPRA is working with expert consultants to develop this compliance guidance. During the development process, RPRA and the consultants will consult with stakeholders, including direct involvement with those impacted by the new guidance such as PROs. 

Consultation process and providing feedback

We are developing the guidance in two phases.

In Phase One (January to April 2024), we are seeking registrants’ feedback on sharing sites and buying/selling performance credits to help us better understand current issues and potential opportunities for resolution. 

In Phase Two (May to June 2024), we will review feedback received during phase one and finalize the guidance. RPRA aims to publish the compliance guidance by summer 2024. 

To learn more about the consultation and how to provide feedback, visit our consultation page.