All Ontarians pay a return deposit on alcohol bottles and cans — but more and more towns have nowhere to return them to
PUBLISHED Thursday, March 5, 2026 · pwinsa@thestar.ca (patty winsa)
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- ⬤ Ontarians face longer distances to return empty alcohol containers
- ⬤ The Beer Store closures force consumers to seek alternative recycling options
- ⬤ Many towns lack designated deposit return locations for bottled and canned beverages
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