GUIDES & RESOURCES
Bottle returns, refunds & fundraising — explained.
Plain-English guides to Alberta deposits, bottle drives, and getting the most back on your empties around Spruce Grove and the Tri-Region.
Refunds & Rates · 6 min
How Alberta's Bottle Deposit System Works (2026 Refund Rates)
Every refundable container in Alberta carries a 10¢ or 25¢ deposit. Here's exactly how the system works — and how to get all of it back.
Read guide →Bottle Drives · 8 min
How to Run a Successful Bottle Drive in Spruce Grove (Step-by-Step)
Bottle drives are one of the easiest fundraisers going. Here's how to run one for your school, team, or charity in Spruce Grove, start to finish.
Read guide →Refunds & Rates · 5 min
What Can You Return at an Alberta Bottle Depot? (Full List)
Aluminum, glass, plastic, Tetra Paks, pouches and more — here's everything that carries an Alberta deposit and earns you money back.
Read guide →Bottle Drives · 6 min
Drop & Go vs. SkipTheDepot: Which Saves You More?
App pickups are convenient, but they keep a percentage of your refund. Here's an honest, side-by-side look at your options.
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