🌎Happy Earth Day 2024 🌎

Today marks 54 years of this modern environmental movement that seeks action on climate change to preserve, protect and invest in our plant.

This year, we urge Ramara residents to take the lead in organizing a community clean-up. By clearing the litter from our roads, parks, and beaches, we are not only protecting our planet but also ensuring the protection and cleaning of our local waterways.

How can I participate?

Register

Residents can participate in the clean-up program by registering for a clean-up event on the Township's website at www.ramara.ca/earthday. The registration process requires individuals or groups to provide details such as the organizer's information, clean-up date, location, cleaning supply kit pickup location, date and time and filled bag pickup date and time. Staff will then confirm registration within two business days.

Pick up clean-up supply kit

Once participants register and receive confirmation, participants can pick up a clean-up supply kit at either the Ramara Centre or Township Administration Building during business hours. The kit includes one large garbage bag, one large clear bag, and a pair of reusable gloves. It is recommended that participants bring their reusable gloves, dress appropriately for the weather, and not touch anything they are unsure of, such as needles, dead birds or animals, or toxic materials.

Organizers will be given a Clean-up Tip sheet and an awareness form to ensure a safe clean-up event. Participants are encouraged to tag the Township of Ramara or send in photos of their event to promote Earth Day and the Community Clean-up initiative in Ramara.

Other ways to get involved

Residents can also get involved in other ways, such as riding a bike to work or school, walking on a trail in Ramara, using a reusable water bottle, or saving electricity by turning off lights when leaving the room.

Please visit the Township's website at www.ramara.ca/earthday to learn more about Ramara's Earth Day Clean-up Initiative, including details on registering for an event. 

About Earth Day

Communities around the world celebrate Earth Day on April 22. First recognized in the United States in 1970, Earth Day has become the largest environmental movement in the world. On April 22, municipalities worldwide take the initiative to develop awareness campaigns and community programs that drive positive action for our planet. To learn more about Earth Day and how to protect our planet, please visit www.earthday.org.