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# Automotive Materials Stewardship

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- [A New Chapter in Collaboration for Eastern Canada UOMA Programs](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/a-new-chapter-in-collaboration-for-eastern-canada-uoma-programs/) - We are pleased to share that Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS), Société de gestion des huiles usagées (SOGHU) and the Atlantic Used Oil Management Association (Atlantic UOMA) have taken a significant step towards closer collaboration among automotive used oil and antifreeze materials stewardship programs in Eastern Canada. Over recent years, UOMA programs have heard consistent feedback
- [AMS Signs LOI for Automotive Plastics Processing Facility](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-signs-loi-for-automotive-plastics-processing-facility/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc. (AMS) is pleased to announce that it has entered into a Letter of Intent with an experienced recycling organization to advance the development of a dedicated Automotive Plastics processing facility in Ontario. This initiative represents a significant step in expanding Ontario’s domestic recycling capacity for used oil containers and antifreeze
- [Ontario HSP Reg. Consultation – Action Requested](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ontario-hsp-reg-consultation-action-requested/) - On April 2, 2026, the Government of Ontario announced a 30-day consultation on proposed amendments to the Hazardous and Special Products (HSP) regulation, including a change to move the effective date of the Recycling Efficiency Rate (RER) requirement for antifreeze and oil containers from 2027 to 2028. AMS supports this proposed amendment. We are writing
- [Empty Plastic Oil and Antifreeze Containers Collection](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/update-regarding-collection-of-empty-plastic-oil-and-antifreeze-containers/) - Need A Pick-up of Empty Plastic Oil/Antifreeze Containers? Please contact the Hauler that picks up your oil filters to make arrangements for the collection of your empty plastic oil/antifreeze containers. If your company does not collect oil filters, and you require collection of plastic containers, please contact a Hauler in your area for more information:
- [Material Fee Rates set for 2025](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/material-fee-rates-set-for-2025/) - The AMS Board of Directors set fee rates for the 2025 sales data period on September 18, 2024. Fee rates for oil filters will increase to reflect the higher cost of collection and management of this material to meet more stringent regulatory management targets. The increase in fee rates is also in line with recent
- [2026 Material Fee Rates](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/2026-material-fee-rates/) - On September 17, the AMS Board of Directors approved the 2026 material fee rates and we are pleased to share that there will be no fee increases for 2026. This decision reflects our ongoing commitment to provide producers with stable, predictable and transparent program costs. The 2026 material fee rates listed in the table below
- [AMS Updates for 2020](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-updates-for-2020/) - Following the recent approval of the Wind Up Plan for Stewardship Ontario's MHSW program, there have been a number of minor updates to Automotive Material Stewardship (AMS) documents. The AMS Membership Agreement, Adjustment Policy and Dispute Resolution Policy now include references to the Wind Up Plan. AMS will consider if further revisions to these documents are required to align with the dates
- [Draft recycling regulation released for consultation](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/draft-recycling-regulation-released-for-consultation/) - A draft of the new Ontario regulation for recycling Hazardous and Special Products (HSP), including antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters, was released on February 11 for a 45-day consultation period. The final regulation will introduce significant changes to how producers will meet their obligations for their materials. Background information and the draft regulation are
- [RPRA approves process for MHSW residual funds](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/rpra-approves-process-for-mhsw-residual-funds/) - The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) has approved Stewardship Ontario's addendum to the MHSW Wind Up Plan that outlines the process of returning residual funds to stewards once the program is in its final wind up phase in 2022. The residual funds process reflects the position advanced by Automotive Materials Stewardship and supported by
- [AMS 2020 Fees and MHSW Program Update](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-2020-fees-and-mhsw-program-update/) - 2020 Fee Stability The Automotive Materials Stewardship Board of Directors is pleased to advise that the 2020 fee schedule maintains 2019 rates for antifreeze, antifreeze containers, oil containers and oil filters. Details on fees are available here. Advocacy on MHSW Program Wind Up AMS is continuing its efforts to ensure surplus funds accumulated by Stewardship
- [AMS announces material fee reductions](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-announces-material-fee-reductions/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship has received $18.6 million from Stewardship Ontario as its share of MHSW Program reserves and is introducing fee reductions for all material categories to distribute the funds to members. (See Fee Reduction Schedules below.) Under the Industry Stewardship Organization Surplus Fund Transfer Addendum to the MHSW Wind Up Plan recently approved by the Resource
- [Base fee and fee reduction rate adjustments  for antifreeze and oil containers](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/base-fee-and-fee-reduction-rate-adjustments-for-antifreeze-and-oil-containers/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship is adjusting base fee rates and fee reduction rates for antifreeze, antifreeze containers and oil containers on the invoices for Q1 sales data to be distributed May 3. The adjustments leave the net fee rate for each material unchanged. The base fee and reduction rates for oil filters are unchanged, maintaining the
- [AMS submits recommendations on draft HSP Regulation](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-submits-recommendations-on-draft-hsp-regulation/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship has submitted its feedback on the draft Hazardous or Special Products (HSP) Regulation that was released on February 11 for a 45-day consultation period, ending March 28. The AMS submission to the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and the draft regulation can be downloaded from the AMS website. The submission
- [Regulatory transition to proceed October 1 and interim fee rates approved](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/regulatory-transition-to-proceed-october-1-and-interim-fee-rates-approved/) - With the Ontario government’s direction that the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) Program will be extended to September 30, 2021, AMS will continue its current Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP) for recycling antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters until the Hazardous and Special Products (HSP) Regulation takes effect October 1, 2021. As a result of
- [Welcome to the Producers’ PRO – July Webinar](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/welcome-to-the-producers-pro-july-webinar/) - The Directors of Automotive Materials Stewardship are pleased to introduce our Producer Responsibility Organization, or PRO. Established in 2017 by producers for producers, AMS is committed to providing the best solution to meet your obligations as Ontario transitions to a new regulatory framework for recycling automotive materials. AMS is uniquely able to offer producers a
- [AMS announces prospective Q4 fees for AMS PRO](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-announces-prospective-q4-fees-for-ams-pro/) - In recognition of the importance of providing producers with stable and predictable fee rates, the AMS Board has approved fee rates for the Q4 2021 sales period (October 1 to December 31) for prospective customers of the AMS Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO). The fee rates for Q4 sales are unchanged from the prospective Q3 rates
- [AMS PRO Webinar - September 21, 2021](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-pro-webinar-registration-september-2021/) - All producers of antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters are invited to a September 21 webinar hosted by Automotive Materials Stewardship to review registration and reporting for its Producer Responsibility Organization, or PRO. Click the link below to register. Established in 2017 by producers for producers, AMS provides the best solution to meet your obligations
- [AMS requests member support for  MHSW surplus funds](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-requests-member-support-for-mhsw-surplus-funds/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) is asking members to help ensure that surplus funds from the wind up of the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) Program are fairly allocated amongst stewards. As part of the current Phase Two consultations by Stewardship Ontario, four options have been proposed for the portion of the surplus related to
- [Stewardship Ontario MHSW Wind Up Consultation Information](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/stewardship-ontario-mhsw-wind-up-consultation-information/) - As per direction from the Minister, Stewardship Ontario is holding a service provider-focused consultation webinar on proposed elements of its proposed MHSW Wind Up Plan on Tuesday, April 2, 2019 from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. EST. The plan is to be submitted by June 30, 2019 and will detail how the wind up will be completed by
- [WDO Announces AMS ISP: Webinar Resources](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/wdo-announces-ams-isp-webinar-resources/) - WDO has announced that they've received an Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP) from the Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc. (AMS) to manage antifreeze/antifreeze containers, oil filters, and oil containers. You can view the announcement here. The ISP is available here. Webinars were held on April 5 and 7, 2016 to introduce the ISP to stewards. View the
- [AMS ISP Effective Date Confirmed for April 1, 2017](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-isp-effective-apr-1-2017/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) is pleased to announce that the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority has now confirmed that April 1, 2017 is the effective date for AMS's Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP). Over the next few months, AMS will be working closely with Stewardship Ontario to ensure that automotive stewards experience a smooth transition from
- [What You Need to Know:  Transition Plan for Automotive Materials Service Providers Including: Transporters, Processors and Municipalities](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/transitionplan/) - Purpose To assist transporters, processors and municipalities with the transition from Stewardship Ontario to Automotive Materials Stewardship for the management of used antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters.​ Background The Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) industry stewardship program for the management of used antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters launches on April 1, 2017. AMS will
- [AMS Sets 2023 Fee Rates](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-sets-2023-fee-rates/) - The AMS Board of Directors has approved material fee rates for 2023. The rates in the table below will apply to Q1 2023 sales quantity reports due April 30, with invoices issued May 1. Video Overview Background and details about 2023 fee rates are available in a 10-minute video presentation from AMS Executive Director David
- [AMS Consultation Webinar - April 5 & 7, 2016](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-webinar-april-5-7-2016/) - WDO has announced that they've received an Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP) from the Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc. (AMS) to manage antifreeze/antifreeze containers, oil filters, and oil containers. The ISP is available here. Webinars were held on April 5 and 7, 2016 to introduce the ISP to stewards. View the presentation View the Q&A You can
- [Minister Directs Stewardship Ontario to Wind Up the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) Program](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/minister-directs-stewardship-ontario-to-wind-up-the-municipal-hazardous-or-special-waste-mhsw-program/) - On Thursday, April 12, 2018, Stewardship Ontario received direction from the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change to wind up the Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste Program by December 31, 2020. Once the wind up occurs, materials collected under the MHSW program, including under industry stewardship plans such as the one operated by AMS, will be
- [AMS Disbursing Final MHSW Funds](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-disbursing-final-mhsw-funds/) - AMS is disbursing payments to members of its Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP) that ceased operations September 30, 2021, following the recent transfer of $1.3 million from Stewardship Ontario’s administrative wind up of the MHSW Program. The transfer represents the AMS share of MHSW residual funds. In July 2020, AMS received $18.6 million from Stewardship Ontario
- [AMS joins UOMA Canada](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-joins-uoma-canada/) - AMS is pleased to announce its participation in the Used Oil Management Association of Canada (UOMA), joining ten other used oil product and antifreeze recycling programs across Canada. A producer-led initiative, UOMA has a long history of advancing harmonization initiatives across programs, delivering exceptional value to producers while reducing administrative burden. As the newest program
- [Feedback Submitted: AMS Input on Ontario’s Proposed Amendments to HSP Regulation](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/feedback-submitted-ams-input-on-ontarios-proposed-amendments-to-hsp-regulation/) - We are following up on our recent communication related to proposed amendments to the Hazardous and Special Products (HSP) Regulation (O. Reg 449/21) under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016 (RRCEA) by the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks (MECP). The proposed amendments were posted to the Environmental Registry of Ontario, including
- [Material Fee Rates set for 2024](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/material-fee-rates-set-for-2024/) - The AMS Board of Directors has approved material fee rates for 2024 that are unchanged from 2023 rates. The rates in the table below will apply to Q1 2024 sales quantity reports due April 30, with invoices issued May 1. Fee rate stability for 2024 sales reflects the completion of the transition period and normalized
- [AMS Board of Directors Update - 2024](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-board-of-directors-update-2024/) - AMS is pleased to announce the election of Tony Laguardia and Jeff Mason to the Board of Directors. Tony is the Vice-President, Auto Merchandise, Tires & Service for Canadian Tire and Jeff is the Retail Lubricants Manager for Shell Canada. Tony and Jeff bring extensive industry and business experience and their professional backgrounds ensure that
- [AMS Board of Directors Update](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-board-of-directors-update/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship is pleased to announce recent updates to its Board of Directors. The AMS Board is a volunteer-based leadership group. The Directors work for companies that produce, distribute or sell antifreeze, oil filters or oil containers in Ontario. David Fifield and Peter Laing were both re-elected to new three-year terms as Directors. Patricia
- [2021 Annual Report Available](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/2021-annual-report-available/) - In 2021, AMS wound up its Industry Stewardship Plan launched in 2017 and successfully introduced its Producer Responsibility Organization. Our annual report provides details about the transition and recycling performance. Click here to download AMS’s 2021 Annual Report
- [AMS Update to Stakeholders from Board Chair](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-update-to-stakeholders-from-board-chair/) - September 23, 2021 All AMS producers, service providers and other stakeholders are encouraged to review this update from Board Chair David Fifield that provides details on our transition to a Producer Responsibility Organization on October 1, 2021, including: Management Independence Confidential Data Management and Governance More information about AMS and its PRO transition is available on the AMS
- [AMS providing historical reporting data for RPRA registration](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-providing-historical-reporting-data-for-rpra-registration/) - AMS members are reminded that the new regulatory framework for recycling that takes effect October 1, 2021, requires all producers to register with the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) by November 30. RPRA registration requires producers to provide the total weight of each applicable Hazardous and Special Product (HSP) material supplied in Ontario in
- [AMS provides required member 2020 data to RPRA](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-provides-required-member-2020-data-to-rpra/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship today made information disclosures to the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) that include member-specific data. RPRA sent AMS a Notice of Compliance Requirement to provide data on “the kilograms supplied in 2020 for each material category – Antifreeze, Oil Containers and Oil Filters – disaggregated by steward including steward name.” AMS is required
- [AMS PRO extends current fee schedule for 2022](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-pro-extends-current-fee-schedule-for-2022/) - The AMS Board of Directors has set 2022 fee rates for producer responsibility organization (PRO) customers that are unchanged from the published rates for Q3 and Q4 2021. Rates for 2022 sales are summarized in the table below for each material’s unit of measure. AMS is committed to predictable fee rates by providing customers ample
- [AMS Welcomes Executive Director](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-welcomes-executive-director/) - From Dave Fifield, AMS Board Chair On behalf of the AMS Board of Directors, I am pleased to share with you that David Pearce has accepted the role of Executive Director. David is well known to many of you from his time as Managing Director at Canadian Stewardship Services Alliance, during which he provided strategic
- [AMS PRO webinar - request materials](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-pro-webinar-request-materials-2/) - Click here to request materials from the September 21, 2021, AMS PRO webinar.
- [AMS PRO webinar – request materials](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-pro-webinar-request-materials/) - Click here to request materials from the July 20, 2021, AMS PRO webinar.
- [AMS reviewing final HSP Regulation](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-reviewing-final-hsp-regulation/) - The final Hazardous and Special Products (HSP) Regulation has been issued under Ontario’s Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act. Most obligations under the regulation take effect on October 1, 2021. In the coming weeks, AMS will issue a timeline for easy reference by producers. The new regulatory framework introduces significant changes to how producers will
- [AMS announces prospective Q3 fees for AMS PRO](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-announces-prospective-q3-fees-for-ams-pro/) - Recognizing that many producers require cost information prior to the beginning of each quarter, the AMS Board has approved fee rates for the Q3 2021 sales period (July 1 to September 30) to provide guidance for prospective customers of the AMS Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO). The Board acknowledges the challenges created by short notice periods
- [AMS preparing to serve producers under new regulation](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-preparing-to-serve-producers-under-new-regulation/) - As Ontario prepares for a new regulatory framework for recycling hazardous and special waste, Automotive Materials Stewardship intends to become a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) and continue providing producers with efficient services to meet their obligations. With the wind up of Stewardship Ontario’s Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) Program by June 30, 2021, our
- [AMS extends current fee schedule for 2021](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-extends-current-fee-schedule-for-2021/) - The current fee schedule that Automotive Materials Stewardship announced in July has been extended to Q2 2021 reports of Q1 sales (due April 30). The May 1, 2021, invoices will be the final quarter of fee reductions related to the MHSW Surplus Return and likely the final quarter under the existing Industry Stewardship Plan. Fee
- [AMS to participate in consultations on MHSW surplus funds](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-to-participate-in-consultations-on-mhsw-surplus-funds/) - Members of Automotive Materials Stewardship are advised that Stewardship Ontario will be consulting with stakeholders in May on amendments to the MHSW Wind Up Plan related to the management of surplus funds. The Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks recently sent Stewardship Ontario a letter directing the organization to develop amendments to the approved
- [AMS provides required member data to RPRA](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-provides-required-member-data-to-rpra/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship was recently required to make information disclosures to the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) that include member-specific data. RPRA sent AMS a Notice of Compliance Requirement to provide data on the “total supply of Antifreeze, Oil Containers and Oil Filters for 2017, 2018 and 2019 reported by stewards in units and kilograms,
- [2019 Annual Report](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/2019-annual-report/) - We are pleased to share with you our third Annual Report showcasing AMS’s program performance, financials and accomplishments throughout 2019. 2019 Highlights: • 165 members registered with the program. • Met or exceeded our key budget and performance targets. • Over 2,800 tonnes of used antifreeze and antifreeze containers were collected and recycled. • Over
- [2018 Annual Report](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/2018-annual-report-now-available/) - AMS is pleased to share our 2018 Annual Report showcasing our program performance, financials and accomplishments over our second year in operation. Report highlights: 153 members registered with the program. Exceeded all collection and recycling targets. Over 2,400 tonnes of used antifreeze and antifreeze containers were collected and recycled. Over 3,300 tonnes of used oil
- [AMS seeks new Director to join the Board](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-seeks-new-director-to-join-the-board/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) is seeking a qualified Director to join the Board. Candidates must be employed by a company that is a member in good standing of the program. A profile of the qualities and criteria that AMS is seeking for this this voluntary position is available here. Interested candidates can submit their curriculum vitae
- [Payment Terms Extended for AMS Members](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/payment-terms-extended-for-ams-members/) - As organizations everywhere respond to the unprecedented demands of the COVID-19 pandemic, Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) is offering its members payment support for current and pending invoices during this difficult time. We recognize some AMS members are experiencing significant disruption and financial hardship. To assist businesses who are unable to meet invoice payment deadlines, the grace
- [COVID-19 update](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/covid-19-update/) - In light of the current COVID-19 situation, we wanted to provide some information on our operations and the importance of communication in the coming weeks. The AMS office and WeRecycle Portal continue to operate at full capacity and AMS has instituted plans to maintain the continuity of our management of the program. While our teams
- [RPRA consultation on MHSW reserve funds](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/rpra-consultation-on-mhsw-reserve-funds/) - The Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) recently released for consultation the MHSW Wind Up Plan submitted by Stewardship Ontario. The Wind Up Plan and details on RPRA's consultation sessions are available here. Automotive Materials Stewardship is pleased that Stewardship Ontario has recommended a fee reduction approach for all materials, including those managed by Industry Stewardship
- [AMS 2019 fee rates](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-2019-fee-rates/) - The board of Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) on September 26 approved 2019 fee rates. With the exception of a decrease in the rate for small oil filters, rates for all other material categories are unchanged from 2018. The 2019 fee rates apply to the sales quantities for the period January 1, 2019 – March 31,
- [2017 Annual Report](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/2017-annual-report/) - AMS is pleased to share with you our first annual report showcasing our smooth transition, program performance, financials and accomplishments over our first year in operation. 2017 Highlights: Smoothly launched on April 1, 2017, with no disruption to supply chain operations. 131 members joined the program by December 31, 2017 Exceeded all collection and recycling
- [Key benefits of joining AMS](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/key-benefits-of-joining-ams-webinar/) - Published and predictable fees: ISP is not subject to Ontario regulation 11/12 Up to $2.5 million in annual savings: ISP can claim input tax credits for HST Prepared for the anticipated wind-down of Stewardship Ontario and transition to the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act Equal or greater environmental performance Materials from the November 15,
- [AMS Claims Share of Reserve Funds Held by Stewardship Ontario](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/reservefunds/) - AMS has corresponded with the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) to support members receiving their share of reserves held by Stewardship Ontario upon the wind-up of the MHSW Program, if not sooner. Links to the correspondence are below. Members of AMS’s Industry Stewardship Plan for the management of used antifreeze, oil containers and oil
- [AMS 2018 fee rates and reporting categories](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-2018-fee-rates-reporting-categories/) - The board of Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) on September 29 approved 2018 fee rates and new antifreeze categories. The new Antifreeze reporting categories and fee rates apply to the sales quantities for the period January 1, 2018 - March 31, 2018 (Q1). Stewards will report these quantities by April 30, 2018 (Q2) invoices will be
- [ABCs of AMS - Webinar](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/abcs-of-ams-webinar/) - As you know, the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority has announced that April 1, 2017 is the effective date for the Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP). AMS is committed to providing the information and support to stewards to help make the transition from Stewardship Ontario to AMS as smooth as possible. The
- [WDO Board Approves Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) ISP](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/approved-isp/) - On August 10, the WDO Board approved Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) ISP to manage automotive materials (antifreeze/antifreeze containers, oil filters, and oil containers) with an effective date of no sooner than January 1, 2017. The ISP was approved following consultations from February 26 – April 29, 2016 that included an online survey, webinar, posting on
- [Final Automotive Materials Stewardship ISP](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/final-isp/) - As we await a decision by Waste Diversion Ontario (WDO) on AMS' ISP, we'd like to take the opportunity to thank our stakeholders for their feedback on the plan and share with you the final version of the ISP, which was submitted to WDO for their consideration. Changes to the plan include: Confirmation of the
- [Introducing Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS)](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/introducing-ams/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship Inc. (AMS) was established to represent the interests of Canadian businesses by creating convenient, environmentally sustainable ways for consumers to recycle waste from the automotive sector. We are a national, non-profit organization, bringing together key players to achieve better recycling performance. We’re industry-led and industry-funded, working on behalf of Canadian businesses that
- [NEW: AMS Guide for Stewards](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/guide-for-stewards/) - AMS has put together a guide for stewards. Within it, you'll read about the AMS Program, its materials, joining, fee schedules and reporting instructions. Click here to download the AMS Guide for Stewards.

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- [Automotive Materials Stewardship](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) is a national, non-profit organization responsible for the collection, recycling and management of used antifreeze, oil filters and oil containers. We’re industry-led and industry-funded, helping businesses contribute to a circular economy by taking responsibility for the automotive waste materials they sell to Ontarians. AMS helps create convenient, environmentally sustainable ways for
- [Annual Reports](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/annual-reports/) - AMS annually reports to producers and stakeholders about its activities and achievements. Please see our most recent 2025 Annual Report which summarizes AMS’ activities and achievements from January – December 2025 and includes messages from the Board Chair and Executive Director. Past reports: 2024 Annual Report 2023 Annual Report 2023 Mid-Year Update 2021 Annual Report
- [Collection Resources](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/collection-resources/) - DROP OFF USED AUTOMOTIVE MATERIALS Residents can drop off the below materials for safe recycling and management. Use the search tool to find a location or collection event near you. Antifreeze Premixed and concentrated engine coolant, including containers with a volume equal to or less than 30 litres Empty oil containers Containers used for the
- [Board of Directors](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/about-us/board-of-directors/) - The AMS Board of Directors is a volunteer-based leadership group. The members have been selected from companies that produce, distribute or sell antifreeze, oil filters or oil containers. David Fifield (Chair) President Wakefield Canada Paul Buchan Senior Director, Sales Performance Fluids Experts Group Tony Laguardia Vice-President, Auto Merchandise, Tires & Service Canadian Tire Corporation David
- [Producer Resources](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/producer-resources/) - AMS enables producers to comply with their regulatory responsibilities for recycling antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters. All eligible producers are welcome to join our PRO. The Resource Productivity & Recovery Authority (RPRA) determines a producer’s obligation to register and report. Producer information and updates about compliance with the HSP Regulation is available on the
- [Fee Rates and Reporting Schedule](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/fees/) - The AMS Board of Directors set fee rates for the 2022 sales data periods in September 2021 for producer responsibility organization (PRO) customers. The rates are unchanged from the previously published PRO rates for Q3 and Q4 2021 sales data periods. Rates for 2022 sales are summarized in the table below for each material’s unit
- [Make AMS your PRO](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/make-ams-your-pro/) - AMS provides producers the best-value, low-risk option for complying with the requirements of Ontario’s HSP Regulation. Producers new to the Ontario market or considering a switch in PRO service providers are encouraged to use our checklist to confirm regulatory compliance. Complete three steps to make AMS your PRO: Register with AMS Register with AMS Current users
- [Contact](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/contact/) - Please contact AMS with your questions about producer recycling of antifreeze, oil filters, or oil containers: info@autostewardship.ca 1-888-575-4870 Call-in Collection Eligible communities in need of call-in collection services should submit a request to fieldservices@autostewardship.ca. The request must include the community’s name, address where the materials are located, and a description of the types and quantities of
- [Annual Regulatory Reports](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/regulatory-reports/) - As per Section 30(1) of the Waste Diversion Transition Act, 2016 (and previously the Waste Diversion Act, 2002) Automotive Materials Stewardship submits Annual Regulatory Reports to the Resource Productivity and Recovery Authority (RPRA) each year by April 1. Below are the historical reports: 2021 Annual Regulatory Reports: English | French 2020 Annual Regulatory Reports: English | French 2019 Annual Regulatory Reports:
- [Service Providers](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/service-providers-pro/) - On behalf of our producer customers, AMS began operating as a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) for antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters on October 1, 2021, under Ontario’s new Hazardous and Special Products (HSP) Regulation. We partner with Service Providers to create a robust collection and processing network that enables producer compliance for recycling used automotive service materials
- [Who We Are](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/about-us/) - Automotive Materials Stewardship (AMS) is a not-for-profit organization that enables producers of used antifreeze and antifreeze containers, oil filters and empty oil containers to meet their regulatory recycling obligations. AMS was established by industry, for industry, in anticipation of Ontario’s move to individual producer responsibility under the Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act, 2016. AMS
- [Our Service and Support](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/service-and-support/) - Recycling compliance isn’t the core business of our customers — that’s why AMS was created, by producers, for producers. Founded in 2016, AMS is the most experienced PRO serving producers of auto service materials, with a network of more than 17,000 collection sites throughout Ontario. We take the guesswork out of compliance and manage the
- [Regulatory Responsibilities](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/new-regulatory-framework/) - The Hazardous and Special Products Regulation designates certain materials, including antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters (automotive HSP) for producer end-of-life responsibility under Ontario’s Resource Recovery and Circular Economy Act. The policy framework is known as extended producer responsibility (EPR). The HSP Regulation, issued in June 2021, also specifies the obligated party (the producer) and
- [Public Collection Depots](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/public-collection-depots/) - Residents can drop off automotive materials managed by AMS at local depots to be collected and processed. Please check the municipal website for information on drop-off restrictions, eligibility and hours of operation. Municipality and Website Depot Name Depot Address Postal Code Apsley Anstruther Transfer Station 400 Anstruther Lake Road K0L 1A0 Augusta Manyard 3618 County
- [Updates on container fee rate changes and oil filter reporting](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/container-fee-oil-filter-reporting-decemeber-2022/) - December 20, 2022 To address current challenges moving recovered automotive plastics to end markets, the AMS Board of Directors has approved fee rate increases that become effective for April 1-June 30, 2023, supplied quantities. The new rates will apply to invoices issued August 1, 2023. Antifreeze Container rates will increase by $0.01. Oil Container rates
- [Join AMS](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/join/) - HOW TO JOIN Click here to download the AMS Guide for Members. Follow these four easy steps to join AMS: Sign an AMS Membership Agreement Login and register with AMS on the WeRecycle Portal Upload your signed Membership Agreement to the WeRecycle Portal Verify your information, click save and you’re done! A Voluntary Reporter Agreement
- [AMS is the Producers’ PRO](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-is-the-producers-pro/) - AMS is the Producers’ PRO Ontario’s new regulatory framework for recycling automotive service materials creates new legal obligations for producers and introduces options for meeting their obligations. Producers can establish their own recycling system or they can join a Producer Responsibility Organization (PRO) like AMS to carry out their regulatory responsibilities. Through its PRO, AMS
- [Retailer and Community Event Resources](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/community-resources/) - Promotion and education materials for retailers in the below toolkit provide recycling information for antifreeze, oil containers and oil filters to customers. The Collection Event Toolkit provides resources for municipal governments and Indigenous communities to promote their events. Click on the links below to download resources and templates. RETAIL TOOLKIT Postcard Postcard Page 1 Postcard
- [Complete AMS PRO Customer Agreement](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/complete-ams-pro-customer-agreement/) - Download the Customer Agreement from the WeRecycle Portal or complete request form [link to form page] Review and complete Customer Agreement Ensure it is signed by a Signing Officer Login to the WeRecycle Portal and go to Account Management and select Upload a Required Document Choose AMS PRO and document type Through its PRO, AMS
- [Updated AMS Customer Agreement](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/customeragreement/) - AMS committed to updating its Customer Agreement during the launch of its Producer Responsibility Organization in 2021. The AMS Board of Directors recently approved updates to the Customer Agreement that incorporate feedback provided during PRO onboarding, consultation with customers earlier this year and our operational experience as regulatory requirements were clarified by the Resource Productivity
- [AMS PRO Customer Reporting and Payment Schedule](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/ams-pro-customer-reporting-and-payment-schedule/) - Your First Report as an AMS PRO Customer The first AMS PRO customer report will be for Q3 sales data (July 1 – September 30) and needs to be submitted to the WeRecycle Portal by October 31, 2021. Before you submit this report, you will need to have completed the three steps in the AMS
- [Info Sessions](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/info-sessions/) - AMS is pleased to help support its members through various information sessions, webinars, and important industry decisions. For more information please click on any of the below items for more information.
- [](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/transition/) - AMS SUPPORTING MEMBERS DURING TRANSITION TO NEW PRODUCER RESPONSIBILITY REGULATORY FRAMEWORK The direction from the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change to wind up Stewardship Ontario’s Municipal Hazardous or Special Waste (MHSW) Program by June 30, 2021, means the Industry Stewardship Plan (ISP) operated by AMS will wind up at the same time. Materials
- [Automotive Incentive Program (AIP)](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/service-providers/aip/) - The Automotive Incentive Program (AIP) manages the recycling or safe disposal of used oil filters, used antifreeze, used oil containers and used antifreeze containers. Transporters and processors who are part of AIP pick-up, transfer or process these materials once collected from municipal depots, automotive service centres or 'do-it-yourselfers.' ​ To read more about AIP, find
- [Municipal Depots & Events Programming](https://www.automotivematerialsstewardship.ca/service-providers/municipal-depots-events-programming/) - Many of Ontario’s municipalities have chosen to give their residents the opportunity to dispose of used oil filters, used antifreeze, used oil containers and used antifreeze containers. To provide these collection services, municipalities enter into agreements with AMS, and must adhere to collection site standards. Municipalities may choose to collect these materials at permanent Depots

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