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Quebec court approves $2.5M settlement in Dollarama eco fees class action

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Quebec court approves $ 2.5 M settlement in Dollarama eco fees class action.

Environmental handling fees, sometimes called eco fees, are charged by retailers like Dollarama on items like electronics, light bulbs, batteries and toys.

As part of the approved settlement, Dollarama will fund Interac e-transfers between $3 and $10 for affected shoppers.

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