Friendlier Containers | Sustainable Seneca | Seneca Students

To ensure our Friendlier reusable container program runs smoothly and that we get the most out of each container, we're introducing a 50-cent deposit for each use. This deposit will apply at the point of purchase to all containers used in Seneca's cafeterias. Your participation helps us reduce waste and promote sustainability on campus.

Getting your deposit back is simple with the Friendlier app. Here’s how you do it:

1. Download the Friendlier app: Start by downloading the Friendlier app from your app store. Once it’s installed on your smartphone, enter your name and email address to create your account.

1. Return the container: After enjoying your meal, scan the barcode on the bottom or side of the container using the Friendlier app. Then, place the container in one of the designated Friendlier return bins located around campus.

2. Get your deposit back: You can collect your deposit via e-transfer one to two weeks after you drop off your container. Alternatively, you have the option to donate your deposit to a cause of your choice, making your meal even more impactful.

Friendlier containers and lids can be returned to a Friendlier sorting bin at:

King Campus

• Cafeteria, Garriock Hall

• Near room GH1154, Garriock Hall 

• In front of  GH2159, Garriock Hall

• Connection Café, Garriock Hall

• Lobby, Residence

• Magna Hall entrance, near room MH1012

• Near room MH2011, Magna Hall

• In front of MH3004, Magna Hall

Newnham Campus

• Outside Room A3513, Building A

• Near room A3058, Building A

• Level 2, Building A

• Near The Sandbox Studio, room B2081, Building B

• Room B4075, Building B

• Vestibule leading to the bus stop at Level 2, Building C

• Flint and Feather, Room D1025, Building D

• Outside Room D2000, Building D

• The Pond, Newnham’s Cafeteria, Building D

• Near room E2402, Building E

• Near room K1282, Building K

• Next to the study space, K2280, Building K

• Near room K3160, Building K

• Willy T’s, Room K3201, Building K

• Employee lounge kitchens on levels 4 and 5, Building K

• Newnham Campus Residence

Seneca@York Campus

• Cafeteria, Stephan E. Quinlan Building

• Outside Room 1037, Stephan E. Quinlan Building

•  Near the Computer Commons

• In front of the Student Lounge, S2127 

• In front of the Biological Laboratory, S3067

Please empty all containers before disposing.

FAQ

Q: What if I don’t have a Friendlier account before purchasing food?

A: You can create a Friendlier account at any time before returning your container. You can also enter your name and email address on the website when returning the container, at app.friendlier.ca

Q: What if I can’t install the Friendlier app or I don’t have a smartphone?

A: You can still return your container by entering your name and email address on the Friendlier website, along with the alphanumeric code found on the container.

Q: How does the new process work for employees, contractors and guests who purchase food on campus?

A: All users, including employees, contractors and guests, will have the same experience