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As of December 20, some bylaw exemptions for charities will be removed. Organizations will no longer be able to distribute plastic shopping bags or foam plates, cups and containers.
See the Charities Toolkit for more information.
Registered charities and some organizations are exempt from Edmonton’s However, Canada’s Single-use Plastics Prohibition Regulations will override some municipal exemptions.
Registered charities are exempt from this bylaw to ensure their ability to provide critical social services is not limited.
Charities are not exempt from the federal regulations banning the sale of certain single-use plastics, which take effect on December 20, 2023. Plastic shopping bags and foam cups, plates, bowls and containers cannot be used after this date.
Organizations and facilities that do not require a business license are not required to follow the bylaw. Some examples include:
Print on 8.5" x 11" paper, cut and fold as directed, or request printed tent cards by emailing singleuse@edmonton.ca.
Cups and accessories
Reusable bags
To-go cup
Cups to stay and to go
Takeout containers
If your business currently uses foam cups, plates or containers, consult the Sustainable Food Service Guide to find a suitable substitute.
Once you’ve determined what type of cups and containers work best for your business, find a supplier.
Some types of business licences are currently exempt from certain bylaw requirements for safety or feasibility reasons, but may be required to comply in the future.
Some restaurants hold food handling permits that require single-use cups. These permits must be posted in a visible location.
