Borrow reusable cutlery & dishes

Service offered by U of A Students' Union (UASU)

The Reusable Dish Program (RDP) provides reusable dishes and cutlery for campus events and programs. It supports waste reduction by offering food-safe plates, bowls, cups, utensils, and serving items for short-term use. The service is free for University of Alberta-affiliated users and available to external organizations for a small fee.

Service Offerings

  • Reusable plates, bowls, cups, and utensils
  • Event dishware rentals
  • Waste-reduction event support
  • Inventory coordination and confirmation
  • Pick-up and return through InfoLink Desk

How to Access

1. Book in advance through the Reusable Dish Program (RDP) Order form.
2. Pick up at InfoLink Desk (Lower Level Students' Union Building) after receiving confirmation (5 business days).
3. When complete, rinse all items then return to 0-78 Students' Union Building (SUB).

Location

0-78 Students' Union Building (SUB)

Hours of Operation
Monday - Friday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.

What to Expect

Orders must be booked in advance and are confirmed within 5 business days. Users are responsible for counting, rinsing, and returning items on time to avoid fees. Service is reliable during operating hours and supports sustainable campus events.

Cost

No charge for service

Special Conditions

  • One week notice for under 100 items
  • Two weeks notice for over 100 items
  • Deposit required for large orders

Contact

780-492-4241

Relevant Links

Borrow reusable cutlery & dishes
Reusable Dish Program registration form

Audience: Undergraduate students, Graduate students

Home Campus: North Campus

Delivery format: In-Person: North Campus, Email/Ticket/Form

Access: Access anytime

Service Provider: U of A Students' Union (UASU)

Language: English