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From May 14 to September 30, 2026, participating RONA stores, in partnership with GoRecycle, are offering customers a simple and convenient way to recycle their end-of-life portable or window air conditioner. Thanks to this partnership, you can drop off your air conditioner free of charge at several RONA stores across…

Our Black Friday deals… all year round! This Black Friday, if you’re thinking of replacing an end-of-life appliance, make it a 2-for-1: recycle the old one. Saving money is great. But saving the planet at the same time is even better. Recycling your old fridge is free, simple, and prevents…

You asked, we listened! Residents of Montréal Island and Laval now have access to a brand-new, free doorstep pickup service for end-of-life cooling appliances. The timing couldn’t be better—just in time for moving season, when many are eager to part ways with their outdated appliances. This new service is complementary…

Message from the executive director This year marks a pivotal moment in GoRecycle’s journey to deepen its mission. The unwavering efforts and commitment of our team to the responsible recovery of cooling appliances are delivering real results: together, players across the ecosystem helped prevent over 150,000 tons of GHG emissions…

Amid an escalating climate crisis, Earth Day once again forces us to confront a critical question: what measurable impact can we have—individually and collectively—on an issue that concerns us all? Giving in to discouragement would be defeatist. There are effective and accessible ways to combat climate change—like recycling your old…

Responsible recovery and waste reduction require collective commitment. Thanks to the dedication of retailers, municipal partners, reuse partners, carriers, and recyclers, we are moving forward every day toward a more sustainable future. The GoRecycle Awards were created to shine a light on these outstanding efforts and recognize those who stand…

Making a real impact in the fight against climate change and waste reduction is no small feat. It requires a dedicated team, but also a strong network of committed partners—without whom none of this would be possible. We are proud to launch the GoRecycle Awards in 2025. This initiative allows…

What if young people at high risk of dropping out became the real agents for the future of environmental change? Thanks to innovative initiatives, raising awareness of recycling and sustainable development is becoming an important lever for promoting environmentally responsible behaviour, while contributing to the personal growth of youth who…

Message from the executive director At the close of this 3rd year of operation, GoRecycle has confirmed the strong performance of its activities, as well as the relevance of recovery and reclamation operations in Quebec. Its growing presence across the province, strengthening ties with members and increasing volumes recovered bear…

Last June, GoRecycle launched a media relations campaign to raise public awareness about the dangers of irresponsibly leaving cooling appliances by the side of the road when moving. Each year, roughly 300,000 cooling appliances, including fridges and air conditioners, are left by the side of Quebec roads once they’re deemed obsolete,…

Since 2021, GoRecycle has committed to meeting with a predetermined number of partners in the field each year. The goal of these visits is to strengthen our relationships and better grasp the daily realities of our partners. It also allows us to explore new initiatives while responding effectively to any…

We all know about July 1st moving day: when the city’s streets are abuzz with boxes, furniture, helpful friends, those settling in and those moving on. But it’s also a time when fridges are abandoned by the roadside. Yes, many fridges are still dumped on the sidewalk; only this year,…

GoRecycle will be taking part in collection events organized by several Montreal boroughs and by Quebec city. The goal? To ensure that your end-of-life cooling appliances are recycled in the right way! Did you know that every appliance entrusted to GoRecycle is recycled right here in Quebec, and that over…

After two and a half years in business, GoRecycle is keen to explore new approaches to optimize the costs of its recovery program and improve the performance of its operations. We are therefore proud to launch a call for projects with the aim of finding solutions or opportunities to reduce…

Message from the executive director GoRecycle is a young organization founded in 2021 that has already demonstrated the seriousness of its mission and the determination of its team to make a difference for Quebec. This first full year has enabled us to deepen our relationships with our network and with…

July 1st is a major moving day in Quebec, often synonymous with an exciting time when many households change homes! 12% of all moves take place on this symbolic day ! But did you know that this is also a crucial time to recycle refrigeration and air-conditioning appliances? We estimate…

Open letter signed by Jules Foisy Lapointe, Executive Director, GoRecycle Earth Month helps raise awareness of our impact on the environment and allows us to make things better for the planet by looking for concrete ways to reduce our environmental footprint. It’s clear that some Quebecers are discouraged or even…

GoRecycle joined the WEEE Forum in 2023. Being a member of this international network specializing in the processing of waste from electrical and electronic equipment confirms our intentions to participate proactively in the research, development and implementation of recycling and responsible waste management best practices. Joining the WEEE Forum doesn’t…