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Understanding the Federal Plastics Registry (FPR)

Federal Plastics Registry (FPR) — What You Should Know

Canada’s commitment to reducing plastic pollution is evolving, and businesses across the country are now facing new reporting requirements under the Federal Plastics Registry (FPR). At OasisMade, we’re here to help our clients to understand what this means — and how we can support them in every step of the way.

What Is the Federal Plastics Registry (FPR)?

The Federal Plastics Registry is a national initiative launched by the Government of Canada to track the production and use of plastic packaging and products. It aims to:

  • Increase transparency in plastic use
  • Improve recycling and circular economy outcomes
  • Help Canada reach zero plastic waste goals

Businesses that manufacture, import, or sell certain plastic products in Canada may now be required to report annually on their plastic use and how it is managed after use.

Who Is Affected — and What Are the Legal Requirements?

If your company introduces plastic packaging or plastic-containing products into the Canadian market, you may be required to:

  • Report the quantity and type of plastics used
  • Categorize the products (e.g., food service items, industrial packaging)
  • Disclose the expected end-of-life treatment (e.g., recycling, landfill)

The FPR applies to a wide range of industries, and reporting obligations vary depending on your product type, volume, and business operations.

When is reporting due?

Reporting requirements for the FPR will be introduced in phases to allow time for compliance. Reporting starts in September 2025 with Phase 1. This phase covers plastic placed on the market in three categories for the 2024 calendar year.

In 2026, Phase 2 adds reporting requirements for resin manufacturers and importers, as well as reporting on plastic placed on the market for the remaining categories.

Phase 2 also introduces reporting on plastic waste generated at ICI facilities and plastic collected and sent for diversion and disposal for some categories.

In 2027, Phase 3 adds reporting on plastics collected and sent for diversion and disposal in additional categories. Reporting requirements beyond 2027 would be detailed in a future information gathering notice. A simplified version of the phases is outlined in the table below.

Table 1: Phased implementation approach

CategoryQuantity of resin:
a) imported
b) manufactured
c) placed on the market		Quantity of plastic in packaging and products:
a) imported
b) manufactured
c) placed on market		Quantity of plastic waste generated at a facilityQuantity of plastic collected at end of lifeQuantity of plastic sent for diversionQuantity of plastic sent for disposal
Plastic Resins2026N/AN/AN/AN/AN/A
PackagingN/A20252026202620262026
Electronic and Electrical Equipment (EEE)N/A20252026202720272027
Single-use or disposable plastic productsN/A20252026202620262026
Agriculture and HorticultureN/A20262026202620262026
TiresN/A20262026202720272027
TransportationN/A20262026Beyond 2027Beyond 2027Beyond 2027
ConstructionN/A20262026Beyond 2027Beyond 2027Beyond 2027
Fishing and aquacultureN/A20262026Beyond 2027Beyond 2027Beyond 2027
Textiles and apparelN/A20262026Beyond 2027Beyond 2027Beyond 2027

N/A – Not Applicable

Who Must Report?

  • Producers, including brand owners, importers, manufacturers, and retailers

  • Plastic waste generators at industrial, commercial, and institutional (ICI) facilities

  • Plastic management service providers, such as collectors, recyclers, and landfill operators

How OasisMade Supports You

Our role is to support clients by:

  • Providing data reports and client-friendly FPR guides

  • Helping streamline messaging and prepare clear FAQs

  • Offering informed guidance through our in-house FPR contact

Need Help or Have Questions?

If you have any questions or require support in completing your review, we’re happy to assist. If you have questions about compliance, feel free to reach out to OasisMade’s in-house expert, oasismade@oasismade.com or to FPR-RFP@ec.gc.ca.

Learn more

Government of Canada – Federal Plastics Registry

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