Call2Recycle and Earth Rangers Expand Battery Recycling Education Across Canada

Event summary

  • Call2Recycle Canada and Earth Rangers launched new digital and classroom-based programs to educate youth on battery recycling, including YouTube videos, podcasts, and an educational workbook.
  • The Fall 2025 Battery Blitz contest engaged 80 schools across three provinces, recycling nearly 17,000 kilograms of batteries.
  • Eliot River Elementary School won the national contest for the sixth consecutive year, collecting over 2,500 kilograms of batteries.
  • The 2026 Home Battery Blitz campaign mobilized participants in nine provinces, collecting nearly 75,000 batteries.

The big picture

The partnership between Call2Recycle Canada and Earth Rangers underscores the growing emphasis on environmental education and the critical role of youth engagement in promoting sustainable practices. As the transition to clean energy accelerates, initiatives like these are essential for building a culture of responsible recycling and waste management. The scale of their reach, with programs aiming to educate over 250,000 students annually, highlights the strategic importance of early intervention in fostering environmentally conscious behaviors.

What we're watching

Program Scalability
Whether Call2Recycle and Earth Rangers can sustain the growth of their educational initiatives across all provinces.
Youth Engagement
How effective the digital and classroom-based programs will be in maintaining long-term interest and participation among young Canadians.
Regulatory Alignment
The pace at which provincial regulations may evolve to support or mandate battery recycling education.

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