Rules

Much of the information published elsewhere on the site can be found in the Rules, which are released periodically in advance of any program or fee changes. An indispensable reference tool and resource, the Rules spell out the:

• Criteria governing designation as a steward
• Provisions surrounding the submission of quarterly reports and the associated timetable
• Penalties and interest due for non-payment, as well as instructions on dealing with record provision and retention, dispute resolution and other general issues
• Conditions to determine if you are a “resident in Ontario” for the purposes of the program
• Material definitions for each, including examples and inclusions, the reporting category, the unit of measure and fee rate
• Steps involved in identifying the correct reporting category for MSHW materials with multiple properties
• Measured return share (MRS) process for calculating fees for banned or obsolete MHSW materials, such as mercury devices, or for materials for which stewards have yet to be identified
• Cost components associated with developing and implementing the program
• Definitions of key terms used in the Rules 

For current MHSW material definitions, please refer to: MHSW Rules January 2012 to December 2012.

2012 Fees

For current MHSW fees, please refer to: Page 6 of the MHSW Rules for January, 2012 to December, 2012.

Interpretive Memorandum on Architectural Paints and Coatings - Published on Dec. 21, 2011

In response to steward requests for clarity on the meaning of “architectural coatings” in the MHSW Rules, Stewardship Ontario has prepared an Interpretative Memorandum. Please let us know if you have any questions by contacting our Steward Services Representatives at 1.888.288.3360 or 416-323-0101.