New for 2010!

The Saskatchewan Environment Society is proud to bring you Canada’s new national Vehicle Recycling Program called “Retire Your Ride” in collaboration with Summerhill Impact and the Government of Canada.

Retire Your Ride will improve Saskatchewan’s environment by rewarding participants that have their 1995 and older vehicles voluntarily retired and responsibly recycled through the program.

Retire Your Ride is an easy way to do your part for the environment and get rewarded for it.

The facts:

• 1995 and older vehicles emit 19 times more smog-forming emissions than 2004 and newer vehicles.
• New emissions and fuel efficient technology was introduced to 2004 and newer models to meet more stringent emission guidelines.
• Each car sent to Retire Your Ride translates into a reduction of 54 kg of pollution.
• All vehicles that are sent to Retire Your Ride are recycled in the most environmentally-responsible way possible.
• The recyclers affiliated with Retire Your Ride have all been trained by the program and follow a stringent and mandatory Code of Practice created by the Automotive Recyclers of Canada and the Government of Canada.

Rewards:

Retire Your Ride participants receive a reward if their vehicle is eligible
Local rewards at this time include 5 options:

Option A: Public Transit

• $1000 worth of travel vouchers with Saskatchewan Transportation Company
• 12 monthly transit passes with Prince Albert Transit (value $630)
• 6 monthly transit passes with City of Saskatoon Transit (value $408)

Option B: Bicycles

• Receive up to a $490.00 discount off the purchase of a bicycle. Participating manufacturers include:
• Devinci,
• Jamis (RB Inc.),
• Marin,
• Norco,
• Opus (OGC),
• Rocky Mountain (Procycle), or
• Specialized.

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  Please note: Not all retailers carry all manufacturers and/or models. Please check with participating retailers to confirm availability

Option C: Mobility Scooter

• MEDIchair Mobility Scooter - Receive $500 off the purchase of a mobility scooter Receive a discount of $500 off the purchase of a MEDIchair mobility scooter from any participating Saskatchewan MEDIchair retail outlet.

Option D: Auto manufacturers

Chrysler:

Over and above any Retire Your Ride reward you select from, you can also receive an additional:

• $500 on 2009 & 2010 Chrysler Sebring Sedan, Sebring Convertible, Crossfire, PT Cruiser, Pacifica; Dodge Viper, Avenger, Caliber, Challenger, Journey, Grand Caravan, Sprinter; Jeep Wrangler, Compass & Patriot
• $1,500 on 2009 & 2010 Chrysler 300, 300C, Town & Country, Aspen, Aspen Hybrid; Dodge Charger, Magnum, Nitro, Dakota, Ram 1500, Ram Heavy Duty, Durango; Jeep Liberty, Grand Cherokee, Commander

Please visit our website for more details:

Hyundai:

GET UP TO $1,000 IN ADDITIONAL SAVINGS Off of our already low prices and financing when you turn in your 1995 model year or older vehicle. That's on top of any available Retire Your Ride incentives. Please visit our website for more details.

Mazda:

Make your drive a greener one with Mazda's Better Drive Dividend program. Now, when you recycle your 1995 model year (or older vehicle) and purchase a new, fun-to-drive 2010 MAZDA5, you can save up to $1,300. What makes the MAZDA5 even more of a joy to drive are its titles: Most fuel-efficient vehicle in its class and winner of the 2009 ecoENERGY award.

Please visit www.mazda.ca or your local Mazda dealer for more details.

Option E $300 cash

Who is Eligible?

• Must have a 1995 or older model vehicle that is in running condition.
  
• The vehicle must be registered in Canada and insured with the current owner for the last 6 months.

How it Works

• People with 1995 or older model vehicles, who are eligible, can voluntarily retire their vehicle through this program. To enrol in the program go to www.retireyourride.ca and click "Retire Now." At this point, the participants will need to provide their name, address, email or phone number and the VIN number of their vehicle.
• If you want to view the rewards without going through the application process click on the REWARDS tab and choose SASKATCHEWAN.
  
• If you would prefer to give information over the phone simply call
  1-877-773-1996 and a representative in Saskatchewan will take your call.
  
• Once the participant's application has been approved, an accredited recycler will be contacted and the recycling process will begin.
  
• When the recycler has confirmed that the car has been picked up, the participant will be sent the reward of their choice.

Apply online to the Retire Your Ride website or call 1-877-773-1996

Publicity

April 30, 2009 - http://watch.ctv.ca

April 23, 2009 - http://www.thestarphoenix.com

April 21, 2009 - http://www.thestarphoenix.com

Click here to see event photos.

Media Releases

May 31,2010 (Regina) - Retire Your Ride Helps Saskatchewan Breathe Easier on Clean Air Day (PDF)

Apr 19, 2010 (Saskatoon) - Canada's Vehicle Recycling Program Drives Saskatchewan's Future (PDF)

Jan 12, 2010 (Yorkton) - Retire Your Ride Peddles In New National Incentive (PDF)

Aug 21, 2009 (Windsor, ON) - Chrysler Canada Announces Cash for Clunkers and Official Partnership with Retire Your Ride Program (PDF)

May 20, 2009 (Saskatoon) - Retire Your Ride Welcomes City of Saskatoon Transit as Newest Partner! (PDF)

April 24, 2009 (Regina) - Retire Your Ride Saskatchewan Rewards Announced Today! (PDF)

April 22, 2009 (Saskatoon) - Retire Your Ride Saskatchewan Rewards Announced Today! (PDF)

April 17, 2009 (Regina) - Canada's Vehicle Recycling program Drives Saskatchewan's Future (PDF)

January 30, 2009 (Ottawa) - Government of Canada Launches Vehicle Scrappage Program (PDF)

Partners

Gene's Sport Excellence, Prince Albert