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Choose to Reuse at Farm Boy!

Friendlier In Action
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STEP 1

fill & pay

choose to reuse with a Friendlier container at the hot or salad bar, fill with your desired meal and pay

STEP 2

enjoy

take your meal home, or enjoy in the seating area

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STEP 3

scan

scan the container's QR code using your smartphone to claim 100% of your deposit

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STEP 4

return

return your emptied container to our Friendlier collection bin

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collect your deposit

You’ll see the deposit in your Friendlier account about 1–2 weeks after drop-off.

From there, you choose:
✅ Deposit it via e-transfer
❤️ Donate it to a featured charity, including: UBC Student Food Security Initiative, The AMS Food Bank, United Way British Columbia

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Simple, flexible, and good for the planet.

  • Farm Boy Brantford: 240 King George Rd., Brantford, ON

  • Farm Boy Harvard Square (Hamilton): 801 Mohawk Rd. W., Hamilton, ON

  • Farm Boy Fairway (Kitchener): 385 Fairway Rd. S., Kitchener, ON

  • Farm Boy King and Weber (Waterloo): 417 King St. N., Waterloo, ON

  • Farm Boy Cambridge: 350 Hespeler Rd., Cambridge, ON

  • Farm Boy Stone Road (Guelph): 370 Stone Rd. W., Guelph, ON

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get my money back?
Before returning your containers, scan the QR code with our mobile app. Watch your balance grow, or request payout!
Do I have to wash the container before returning?
Please scrape and rinse the container before returning it.
What if my container is broken?
Scan and return it anyways! We will make sure it gets properly recycled!
Is reuse clean?
Yes, we take sanitation seriously! Our high-temperature dishwasher is rated to kill 99.999% of bacteria and viruses. Plus we are BPA free!
What if I don't have a phone?
You can claim your deposit return through the Friendlier website at friendlier.com or email info@friendlier.com. Alternatively, you can also see a Farm Boy cashier for a cash refund. 
Questions? Email us at info@friendlier.com for support.  
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