Keurig’s $1.85M Settlement: Why Some Canadians Could Get Up to $50
If you’ve ever bought a Keurig coffee machine or those famous K-Cup pods in Canada, there’s some news brewing — literally. Keurig Canada has agreed to a proposed $1.85 million settlement following a lawsuit over claims that its coffee pods were recyclable, when in reality, most of them weren’t accepted by local recycling programs. And yes, this means that if you were one of those customers, you might be entitled to a small cash payout — possibly up to $50.
Here’s the story behind it.
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The controversy started when the Competition Bureau of Canada and several consumers accused Keurig of misleading marketing, saying the company made it seem like its single-use K-Cup pods could be recycled anywhere in Canada. The truth, however, turned out to be a bit more complicated. While the pods were technically recyclable in theory, they weren’t accepted in most recycling programs outside of British Columbia and Quebec. That’s what sparked this “greenwashing” lawsuit — the practice of making products appear more eco-friendly than they actually are.
Back in January 2022, Keurig had already faced penalties over the same issue. The Competition Bureau ordered the company to pay a $3 million fine and donate $800,000 to a Canadian environmental charity. On top of that, Keurig was told to cover the costs of the investigation and to update its packaging and advertising to make its recycling claims clearer. The bureau said false environmental claims harm consumers who try to make sustainable choices and also put honest businesses at a disadvantage.
Now, this new class action lawsuit — led by plaintiff Nancy Buis from Ottawa — has resulted in a proposed settlement. It doesn’t mean Keurig admits to any wrongdoing, but the company has agreed to pay into a settlement fund that could benefit thousands of Canadians. The Ontario Superior Court will review the proposal on December 8, and if approved, compensation will open to eligible customers.
So, how do you know if you can claim money? Anyone who bought K-Cup pods or a Keurig brewer in Canada between June 8, 2016, and now is potentially eligible. If you have proof of purchase, you could receive 50 cents for every 10 pods, up to a maximum of $50. If you don’t have a receipt, you might still get up to $7 per claim. Those who bought brewing machines could get an additional $25 with proof of purchase.
Keurig has also promised to make its labeling clearer and advise customers to check their local recycling programs before tossing pods into the bin. The message here is simple — environmental honesty matters. And for coffee lovers across Canada, this case is a reminder that even small claims can lead to big accountability.
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