OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
PRIORITIZE REDUCTION AT SOURCE
According to the 3RV hierarchy, reducing and reusing are the most effective strategies for minimizing our environmental impact. That's why we've developed a comprehensive range of reusable products, enabling our customers to reduce their reliance on single-use packaging whenever possible. This commitment to reducing the impact of packaging is central to our mission and guides every action we take.
ECODESIGN
At our company, every product—whether single-use or reusable—is designed with its environmental impact in mind at every stage. Here's how we turn our commitments into concrete actions:
- We maximize material usage and adjust product dimensions to make packaging more efficient. This reduces volume, optimizes space in each case and on pallets, and reduces greenhouse gas emissions from transportation.
- Our cardboard products feature a water-based grease barrier, an innovative and more environmentally friendly solution. Certified recyclable and compostable, it replaces polyethylene-laminated cardboard, which is still all too common on the market.
- For our transparent plastic products, we use 100% recycled resins, directly from Quebecers' recycling bins (rPET), thus guaranteeing a response to both the expectations of our customers and the need to promote the circular economy.
ALWAYS INNOVATE
Innovation is the driving force behind our design approach. We designed the first line of reusable containers made in Quebec, rethinking every detail to meet the unique challenges of reuse: washing, transportation, space optimization in return boxes, and traceability.
More than just a product, it's a revolution that transforms the way we use and reuse packaging. We go beyond design by facilitating efficient material sorting. Our clear instructions, integrated directly into our products, guide each user to avoid contamination of recycling and composting channels. Because innovation also means supporting change.
Innovations from Cambium
End of life instructions for products
Our single-use packaging includes clear and precise sorting instructions , in French and English , to ensure they end up in the right place at the end of their life. By eliminating confusion, we facilitate the right action, reduce contamination and optimize recycling . Our goal: to ensure responsible materials management and promote a more efficient circular economy.
DESIGNED FOR REUSE
We created the first line of reusable containers made in Quebec , rethinking every detail to meet the unique challenges of reuse. From washing to transportation, including food preservation, space optimization in return boxes and traceability , every aspect has been carefully considered to ensure a solution that is practical, sustainable and efficient.
A perfect, plastic-free treat
Designed to offer a plastic-free alternative to the packaging used for the sale of yogurts, desserts and snacks, it stands out for its simplicity and ingenuity.
Thanks to their modular design, a simple, ingenious lid transforms our coffee glasses and sauce cups into a perfectly fitting "combo" container. This approach reduces inventory duplication for our customers while providing a practical and efficient solution.
Distinctions
GRAND PRIX DU DESIGN – GOLD CERTIFICATION
Our commitment to eco-design has been recognized with GOLD certification from the Grands Prix du Design. This award recognizes the innovation and impact of our approach, including the inclusion of end-of-life instructions directly on our Cambium packaging. By facilitating material sorting, we help reduce contamination in sorting and composting centers, thereby contributing to more sustainable resource management.
FINALIST IN THE CIRCULAR INITIATIVES AWARDS
Our line of reusable containers, made entirely in Quebec, has been recognized as a finalist for Québec Circulaire's Circular Initiatives Awards. This distinction underscores our commitment to reinventing supply by offering local and sustainable solutions that reduce dependence on single-use packaging.
RECOGNIZED EXPERTISE IN ECODESIGN
Cambium is recognized as an expert in ecodesign by the Éco-Emballage+ program. This recognition demonstrates our expertise in supporting businesses to reduce the environmental impact of packaging. Eligible businesses could receive a grant to fund our support service and optimize their packaging according to best practices in the circular economy.