Earth Day

Earth Day 2025 is Tuesday, April 22. This year's theme is Our Planet. Our Power.

Just as we did on April 22, 1970, 55 years ago, we are once again calling on individuals, local communities, government and faith leaders, civil society, educators, and the media to unite in taking action to safeguard our future and protect the health of our planet. Earth Action Day offers every person the opportunity to contribute.

This Earth Action Day, we honor the legacy of the first Earth Day – when 20 million Americans united to demand change. From that collective action, the environmental movement was born, resulting in landmark legislation and a growing awareness that a healthy planet meant healthy people.

- earthday.org

Community clean-up

This year, we're kicking off a full week of Litter Blitz activity by participating in the Interpretive Program's Earth Day Bash in Police Point Park on Saturday, April 26. Join us on-site there from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for tons of family-friendly Earth Day activities and to pick up your Litter Blitz supplies.

The Litter Blitz will run from Saturday, April 26 to Saturday, May 3. This week-long effort is aimed at beautifying our city by cleaning up litter. We're calling on organizations, schools, and all residents to take part in this community initiative!

To celebrate all the hard work and support of our Blitzers, we're then hosting a Thank You BBQ back in Police Point Park on Saturday, May 3. Join us from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. for a fun BBQ to recognize your hard work and contributions to your community.

We invite everyone to join a city-wide clean-up event!

Here's how you can take part in Earth Day activities
Dates: 
  • Saturday, April 26: Join us in Police Point Park for the Interpretive Program's family-friendly Earth Day Bash from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Saturday, April 26 to Saturday, May 3: Take part in the city-wide Litter Blitz community clean-up

Litter Blitz time:
Residents can take part in this event at their own leisure!

Thank-you event:
Join us back at Police Point Park for an Appreciation BBQ starting at 12 p.m. on May 3. Please RSVP here.  

Need supplies?
Are you and your neighbours wanting to help beautify your neighbourhood by picking up litter outside of the Litter Blitz event? We've got you covered! Garbage bags and gloves will be provided to ensure you have everything you need to participate effectively.

Pick-up supplies starting on April 7 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Parks Office at 88 Kipling Street. Residents can access these supplies all throughout the summer and fall.

During Litter Blitz week, you can also find supplies available at:

  • Police Point Park Interpretive Centre
  • Big Marble Go Centre

Contest

From April 26 to May 3, we will be hosting a contest for all participants of the Litter Blitz!

To win a prize, share a photo of yourself, your family, or friends participating in the community clean-up or doing your part and tag the City of Medicine Hat.

Available prizes:

  • Win a one-night at a comfort cabin at Gas City Campground
  • Win a one-night stay at a campsite in Gas City Campground
  • A family 4-pack of tickets to see Sesame Street Live at Co-op Place on June 7
  • Family day-passes to Big Marble Go Centre

The contest will be announced and shared on the the City of Medicine Hat's Facebook page. The winner will be contacted directly.