At the Electronic Recycling Association (ERA), we’re making it even easier for Canadians to reduce waste and support sustainability.
We’re excited to announce that we are now offering free pick-up services for cardboard boxes of all sizes—as long as they are in usable condition. This service is now available in every city where ERA operates, including Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Toronto, Winnipeg, Montreal, and Halifax.
Why It Matters
Cardboard is one of the most commonly discarded materials in homes and businesses. By reusing and recycling boxes, we help reduce landfill waste, save energy, and conserve natural resources. Whether you’re a household receiving regular deliveries or a company managing large shipments, your used boxes can have a second life—and make a real difference.
How It Works
ERA’s team will collect your usable cardboard boxes directly from your location at no cost to you. Simply gather your boxes, give us a call, and we’ll handle the rest.
To schedule a pickup, contact us at 1.877.9.EWASTE (1-877-939-2783).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is ERA’s cardboard box pickup service really free?
Yes, ERA collects usable cardboard boxes from your location at no cost to you. The free pickup service applies to cardboard of all sizes, as long as the boxes are in usable condition. It is available to both households and businesses in the cities where ERA operates.
How do I recycle large cardboard boxes with ERA?
Gather your usable cardboard boxes at your location, then call ERA to arrange a pickup. Their team will come collect the boxes directly from you at no cost, whether you have a small household stack or larger volumes from business shipments. There is no need to drop boxes off anywhere yourself.
Which cities offer free cardboard pickup near me?
ERA’s free cardboard pickup service is available in every Canadian city where ERA operates, including Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Saskatoon, Toronto, Winnipeg, Montreal, and Halifax. If you are in or near one of these cities, you can request a pickup for your usable cardboard boxes.
What condition do cardboard boxes need to be in for free pickup?
ERA accepts cardboard boxes of all sizes as long as they are in usable condition. The service is designed to give boxes a second life through reuse and recycling rather than sending them to landfill, so boxes should be intact enough to be reused or properly recycled.
How do I schedule a free cardboard pickup?
To schedule a free cardboard pickup, call ERA at 1-877-939-2783 (1.877.9.EWASTE). Simply gather your usable cardboard boxes and give them a call, and their team will arrange to collect the boxes directly from your location at no charge.
Can businesses use ERA’s cardboard pickup service, or is it just for households?
Both households and businesses can use ERA’s free cardboard pickup service. It is aimed at anyone dealing with used boxes, whether you are a household receiving regular deliveries or a company managing large shipments, and pickups are arranged directly from your location.