Earth Day

Earth Day is Monday, April 22, 2024. Invest in our Planet.

This is the moment to change it all — the business climate, the political climate, and how we take action on climate. Now is the time for the unstoppable courage to preserve and protect our health, our families, and our livelihoods.

For Earth Day 2024, we need to act (boldly), innovate (broadly), and implement (equitably). It’s going to take all of us. All in. Businesses, governments, and citizens — everyone accounted for, and everyone accountable. A partnership for the planet.

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Community clean-up

Join us in making our city shine brighter, starting on Earth Day, April 22, and extending through May 22, 2024 for our Litter Blitz. This month-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!

Kickstart the Litter Blitz with us on Earth Day! We invite everyone to join a city-wide clean-up event! Here are some recommended areas for clean-up: Litter Blitz Map

Here's how you can take part in Earth Day
Date: Earth Day, Monday, April 22, 2024
Time: ALL DAY! Pick-up supplies for your community clean-up event starting on April 10 until May 22 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parks office at 88 Kipling Street. 
Thank you: Join us for an Appreciation BBQ starting at 5 p.m. on April 22. Please RSVP here.  
Need supplies? 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 10 until May 22 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Parks Office at 88 Kipling Street. 

Contest

From April 22 - May 22, we will be hosting a Litter Blitz contest! To win a night at a comfort cabin at Gas City Campground, 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. 

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