As part of the Virage Vert food sector project, the SADC des Laurentides and the SADC d’Antoine-Labelle are offering free support to retailers wishing to explore compostable, reusable or returnable container options.
Until February 2024, you can contact our partner in the field, Synergie Économique Laurentides (SEL), to get expert advice on how to better choose the containers used in your café, catering or restaurant operation. Participating businesses could receive a financial incentive of up to $100 for the purchase of returnable coffee cups.
Make the right choice
While some containers say they are “compostable” or “recyclable”, it is not always the case. Your SEL agent can help you determine whether the containers you are currently using are accepted by local recyclers. They can also direct you to various packaging product suppliers that meet the sorting centres’ criteria.
Cut down on packaging costs
With the rising cost of materials, transport and supply issues, the use of reusable containers is beneficial, both for your bottom line and for the environment. There are several ways to set up a reusable container system, depending on your company’s needs.
A simple gesture is all it takes to encourage your customers to bring their own cup or container. Many businesses in the region have received the “As-tu ta tasse? (Have you got your cup?)” posters and stickers handed out by the SEL agent when visiting local businesses. If you’d like to find out more about different ways available to you to help reduce your costs, or if you’d like to receive the “As-tu ta tasse?” promotional tools, please contact us.
Contact Jean-Michel Archambault-Cyr.
For more information:
Contact Jean-Michel Archambault-Cyr at Synergie Économique Laurentides
450 229-2983 ext. 4
jmarchambault-cyr@synergielaurentides.ca
Need inspiration?
Check out how Café Kohi reduced its operating costs with returnable coffee cups. Watch the video.
