Depoact is a modern bottle depot collection service designed for residential recycling.
Residents across Greater Montreal area can now recycle refundable beverage containers without visiting a depot. Simply schedule through our web application and our team will collect your empties directly from your home.
Once collected, your containers are sorted and counted by our processing team. Refund payments are typically issued to your account within a delay of 1-2 days.
Enter your address to view available days and receive confirmation instantly through the Depoact platform. Real-time notifications keep you updated so you always know when our team is arriving.
Depoact pays 5 cents per recyclable beverage container, and no sorting is required. Just prepare a minimum of 150 containers for pickup, we handle everything else.
Our web application makes residential recycling simple and convenient. After creating your account, you can schedule pickups in only a few steps.
Provide your contact details, pickup address, then book your first collection directly from your dashboard by clicking the Request button.
Sorting your containers is no longer necessary. With Depoact, all refundable beverage containers can be placed inside plastic transparent bags
Glass bottles may remain safely stored in their original cases — our team will collect those as well.
During pickup, our service team gathers your bags and transports them to our depot where sorting and counting are completed for you.
For additional preparation guidance, please review our information explaining accepted recyclables.
After collection, containers are processed and digitally recorded at our depot facility. Processing times generally range between 1-3 business days.
Once processing is completed, your refund balance is added to your account. When your balance reaches $25 funds can be transferred directly to your bank account.
Each recycled container helps reduce landfill waste and environmental pollution. By participating in recycling programs, customers contribute to preserving natural ecosystems while earning money from refundable deposits.
Ensure all containers are empty before pickup and placed only in transparent plastic bags weighing no more than 35 lbs
Reusable transparent bags capable of holding approximately 150 containers.
Depoact collects refundable beverage containers included in the Quebec recycling program, including aluminum cans, plastic bottles and beverage glass.
Use our SEARCH to view if your container is an accepted refundable recyclable in Quebec ! You can search by name.
Depoact allows customers to Donate recycling refunds directly to registered charities through the platform. You can select the organizations when scheduling pickups from home and donate proceeds automatically to the organization.
Organizations can register for a Depoact fundraiser account and receive donations directly through container recycling.
Depoact keeps you informed throughout the entire process. You’ll receive:
Look through our frequently asked questions for more information
Yes. A service reduction of 5 cents per container applies to cover pickup and processing logistics.
We currently service residential homes, condos, and businesses throughout:
If your area is not listed, contact us HERE for availability updates.
Simply place additional bags with your scheduled pickup. Final container counts are confirmed at the depot. Orders cannot be edited after submission but may be cancelled if necessary to be re-entered with edited info.
Your requested date represents your preferred collection time. Routes vary weekly, and adjustments may occasionally be required. Our team will contact you if scheduling changes occur.
Leave recylcing bags in a safe, accessible location and provide clear instructions during booking, including access details or alternate contact numbers if required.
A minimum of 150 refundable containers is required for pickup service.
Processing typically takes 24-48 hours after collection, though higher volumes may extend timelines slightly. a minimum balance of $25 may be withdrawn via e-transfer processed within 1–2 business days.
May be scheduled up to 30 days ahead. Earliest availability is generally within two business days.
Condo pickups are supported provided driver access is available or customers meet drivers outside.
Weekend pickups are not standard but may be arranged for special or high-volume requests by contacting support.