Objective Zéro déchet: new regulation

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Montreal centre-ville

Starting on March 28th, 2023, the distribution of 8 types of plastic items will be prohibited for all stores and businesses in the city. These include compostable plastic items.

It includes on-site consumption, take-out and delivery.

Who is affected by this regulation?

Managers or owners of restaurants or food businesses.

Objective of the regulation

Reduce the pollution caused by plastics in the environment and contribute to making Montreal a zero waste city by 2030.

How to comply with this regulation?

Two sources of information will be particularly useful to you.

  • Single window for the food transition (GUTA)

Directory of packaging and containers

The counter lists proposals for compliant replacement items for each of the prohibited items as well as suggestions from manufacturers or distributors.

  • Affaires Montreal

For any questions relating to the regulations, you can always contact the Business Montreal line. 514 394-1793