June 1, 2026 · 6 min read
How to Organize a Successful Bottle Drive in Edmonton
Everything your team, school, or club needs to run a bottle drive that actually raises real money — without the headache of hauling containers yourselves.
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Tips for drives, pickups & recycling
Practical guides to help you raise more at your next bottle drive, recycle with less hassle, and make the most of Edmonton's deposit-return system.
May 15, 2026 · 4 min read
Why Free Bottle Pickup Makes Recycling Easier
Bags piling up in the garage? Free pickup turns recycling from a chore into a two-minute booking — and you keep every cent of your refund.
Read articleApril 28, 2026 · 5 min read
Bottle Drive Fundraising Ideas for Teams, Schools, and Community Groups
Sixteen practical ways for teams, schools, and community groups to raise more at their next bottle drive — and how to make pickup the easy part.
Read articleAugust 25, 2026 · 5 min read
What Can You Return at a Bottle Depot in Alberta?
Not sure which containers are worth money? Here's exactly what Edmonton bottle depots accept and what belongs in curbside recycling instead.
Read articleAugust 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Alberta Bottle Deposit Rates: How Much Is Each Container Worth?
From beer cans to milk jugs, here's exactly how much each container is worth when you return it to a bottle depot in Edmonton.
Read articleAugust 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Bottle Depot vs. Curbside Recycling in Edmonton: What Goes Where?
Putting refundable containers in your blue bag? You're recycling them for free when they're actually worth money. Here's how to tell the difference.
Read articleAugust 8, 2026 · 4 min read
Spring Cleaning? Turn Your Empties into Cash in Edmonton
That mountain of empties in the garage isn't trash — it's money. Here's how to cash in during spring cleaning without hauling a single bag.
Read articleJuly 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Free Commercial Bottle Pickup for Edmonton Businesses
Your restaurant, office, or gym produces hundreds of refundable containers a week. Stop sending that money to the landfill — book free commercial pickup.
Read articleJuly 22, 2026 · 6 min read
The Complete Guide to Bottle Drives for Edmonton Schools
School bottle drives raise real money with zero upfront cost. Here's how parent councils and student groups across Edmonton run drives that actually deliver.
Read articleJuly 14, 2026 · 5 min read
How Much Money Can You Raise with a Bottle Drive in Edmonton?
Wondering if a bottle drive is worth the effort? Here are real numbers from Edmonton groups and how to push your total higher.
Read articleJuly 6, 2026 · 4 min read
5 Reasons to Choose a Local Bottle Depot in South Edmonton
Looking for a bottle depot on Edmonton's south side? Here's what sets a good local depot apart from the rest.
Read articleJune 28, 2026 · 5 min read
What Happens to Your Bottles After You Return Them?
Ever wonder where your bottles and cans go after you leave the depot? The answer is more interesting than you'd think.
Read articleJune 20, 2026 · 4 min read
Edmonton Bottle Return Tips: Get Your Full Refund Every Time
A few simple habits can mean the difference between getting your full refund and leaving money behind. Here are the tips Edmonton depot regulars swear by.
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