Turn Your Empty Bottles into Second Chances for Wildlife
Your cans and bottles can do more than clutter the garage—they can help rescue, rehabilitate, and release injured and orphaned wild animals in British Columbia.
Return-it depot instructions
How to Donate Your Cans and Bottles to Critter Care Wildlife Society
1. Collect your refundable containers
Gather your empty cans, plastic bottles, and other refundable beverage containers.
2. Bag them up
Use clear, sealed 90-litre bags (found at most grocery, dollar, or hardware stores).
3. Create or log in to your Return-It Express account
Visit return-it.ca or download the Return-It app.
- Once logged in, choose Critter Care Wildlife Society as your donation recipient.
- You can set this up as a one-time or automatic recurring donation.
- NOTE: You can also skip this step and just provide the Return-It Express location with Critter Care's phone number - 604-530-2054. The funds go directly to Critter Care Wildlife Society.
4. Drop off your bags
Head to any Return-It Express location.
- Scan your barcode at the Express kiosk.
- Place your bags in the designated drop area.
- You can drop off up to six bags per visit.
5. Your donation is processed automatically
The depot counts your containers and sends the refund value directly to Critter Care’s account—no phone call needed.
Need help?
If you have questions or want to get others involved, call Michelle at 604-530-2054.
Support Critter Care Through Return-It Depot
Help us provide vital care for injured and orphaned wildlife by donating your recyclables at Return-It Depot. Your contributions fund rescue efforts, rehabilitation, and safe release back into the wild.