To mark this milestone, HPSA is partnering with Pharmasave for a special Medications Take-Back Day on November 25th in British Columbia. The Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA), leading steward of the return and disposal of health products in Canada, is proud to celebrate its 25-year anniversary. In 1999―following discussions with British Columbia provincial environment ministries, […]
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The Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) is proud to support the 2025 launch of Together for Safer Homes, a national campaign led by Substance (formerly Drug Free Kids Canada). This collaborative initiative brings together families, healthcare providers, and community partners to raise awareness about youth substance use, promote the safe disposal of unused or expired […]
By Diabetes Canada and Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) For the over 3.7 million Canadians living with diabetes, managing blood sugar levels often includes the regular use of medical sharps such as insulin needles, syringes, pen tips, and lancets. While these tools are essential for daily care, how they’re disposed of is just as important. […]
The Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Collection Locations Portal in Ontario. This centralized platform has been developed to better support HPSA’s network of collection locations, offering a more streamlined and efficient way to stay connected, informed, and equipped to participate in Ontario’s medication and sharps return […]
The Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) today released the results of its 2025 Canada-wide survey entitled “Study on Consumer Awareness and Behaviours Related to the Safe Collection of Pharmaceutical Products”. Conducted by the firm Léger, the survey assesses the knowledge, attitudes and behaviours of residents in six Canadian provinces regarding the safe disposal of unused […]
Join the Health Products Stewardship Association for an informative online webinar titled “Environmental Compliance for Pharmaceuticals and Medical Sharps: A Cross-Country Overview.” This session is essential for producers, retailers, and brand owners seeking to understand their Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations across Canada. 📅 Date: May 6 🕐 Time: 1:00 PM EST 🗣️ Language: English […]
Montréal, Quebec — October 2, 2024 — The Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) is proud to announce the introduction of a return program for the safe disposal of unused consumer medications and used medical sharps at participating collection locations. “The safe disposal of unused medications and used medical sharps protects our environment and our communities,” […]
Toronto, September 24 – The Board of Directors of the Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Delphine Lagourgue as Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2025. Delphine Lagourgue will succeed Terri Drover, who has successfully led the organization as President & CEO since June 2020. Under Terri’s leadership, HPSA […]
The Board would like to share an important milestone in the journey of the Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA). After four and a half years of exemplary dedication and leadership, Terri Drover, our CEO, has decided to retire. This will mark a significant moment for our organization and will take effect on December 31, 2024. […]
Circular Materials and the Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) are excited to announce a strategic collaboration focused on advancing common goals and sharing best practices for recycling education and material management in Ontario and New Brunswick to enhance public awareness and support recycling. This collaboration will promote recycling practices and educate residents about the proper management […]
A Call to Action to New Brunswickers: bring back your unwanted medications and used medical sharps. Health Products Stewardship Association (HPSA) and Recycle NB announced a new program for New Brunswickers to return unwanted medications and used medical sharps to participating collection locations. “Proper disposal of unwanted medications protects our environment and our communities. Since […]