♻️ Canadians Can Now Prepare to Claim Compensation in the Keurig K‑Cup Recycling Settlement
If you purchased Keurig K‑Cup Pods or Keurig coffee machines in Canada anytime between June 8, 2016 and December 8, 2025, you may be eligible for compensation. A national class‑action settlement regarding allegedly misleading recyclability claims on Keurig K‑Cup packaging has now been approved by the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, paving the way for Canadians to file claims now that the claim period has officially opened.
💰 What’s the Settlement About?
The lawsuit alleged that Keurig Canada Inc. made misleading representations about the recyclability and/or disposability of its K‑Cup Pods. While the Court did not rule on the truth of these allegations, Keurig agreed to a settlement as a compromise, without admitting liability.
On December 8, 2025, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice approved the settlement, confirming it is fair, reasonable, and in the best interests of Canadians who purchased affected products.
Under the settlement:
- Keurig will pay $1.85 million into a fund
- This amount will cover:
- Cash compensation for approved claims
- Administration and notice costs
- Court‑approved legal fees
This settlement applies to all Canadians (except excluded persons) who purchased Keurig Pods or Brewers sold in packaging containing the challenged recyclability representations.
💵 Expected Compensation Structure
For K‑Cup Pods:
- No proof of purchase:
- Up to $7 per claim form
- With proof of purchase:
- $0.50 for every 10 Pods (rounded up), up to $50 per claim form,
OR - A flat $7, whichever is greater
- $0.50 for every 10 Pods (rounded up), up to $50 per claim form,
For Keurig Brewers:
- With proof of purchase of a Brewer and at least one Pod purchased afterward:
- Up to $25 per claim form
📝 How to File Your Claim
The settlement has been approved and the claim form is now available.
Here’s what we know:
- Canadians will have until July 8, 2026 to file
- Only one claim form per person/household is allowed
- Compensation amounts will depend on whether you provide proof of purchase
⚖️ Why It Matters
This settlement is a meaningful moment for consumer transparency in Canada. It reinforces the importance of accurate environmental claims and ensures that Canadians who purchased Keurig Pods or Brewers during the affected period have an opportunity to receive compensation.
If you’ve bought Keurig products in the last several years, make sure you file your claim before time runs out!
