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Public Service Announcement

The Town of Milton strives to be good stewards of the environment year-round, with a number of events occurring in and around Earth Day. We encourage Milton residents to participate in these events (rain or shine) to celebrate Earth Day, give back to our environment, and keep outdoor spaces safe and clean for all to enjoy.

In recognition of Earth Day, Milton is planting several hundred trees and shrubs this spring and later this fall with our environmental partners Sustainable Milton and Conservation Halton, in addition to the hundreds of trees being planted in streetscapes and parks.

Get involved in spring events

April 13-27 - Two-week community cleanup

  • Cleanup kits will be available at the Milton Sports Centre during the facility’s hours of operation
  • Kits include gloves, garbage bags, and a map of surrounding areas
  • If you participate in local cleanups, please email operations@milton.ca:
    • To notify us so we can pick up the garbage bags in a timely manner
    • Send us a picture to share so we can thank you for your efforts in keeping Milton clean!
    • Ensure that the bags are located near existing park trash receptacles or areas outlined in the cleanup maps

April 20 – Community cleanup in partnership with Sustainable Milton

  • Time: 9 a.m. – noon
  • Location: Milton Sports Centre (south side) and surrounding area
  • Gloves, pickers, and bags will be available
  • Teams will be sent to various areas noted in the cleanup maps

May 11 – Spring planting day in partnership with Sustainable Milton and Conservation Halton

  • Time: 9 a.m. – noon
  • Location: Milton Sports Centre (north side along Derry Road)
  • Planting supplies will be provided
  • A standard waiver will need to be signed prior to participation and will be provided to participants upon arrival

Other ways you can get involved:

  • Complete Milton’s Earth Day scavenger hunt
  • Use reusable bags and utensils
  • Cook a plant-based meal
  • Ride a bike
  • Use a reusable water bottle
  • Save electricity and turn off lights when you leave a room

For more details about the Town’s environmental and sustainability efforts, visit our website.

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For media inquiries, please contact: 

Sara Emick
Communications Advisor
Email Communications Staff