Check out the full list of what staples accepts now part of their expanded recycling programs.
https://www.staples.com/stores/recycling#workingtowardsabrightertomorrow
More companies should start to follow staples lead and offer return points for packaging and products that reach their end of life.
This has nothing to do with Canada.
I guess if every Canadian started calling every staples store in Canada asking about this, it would be a great way for this program to get implemented right away. No reason we can’t have this here aside from perception. (If it does not exist like you say)