AGF NEWS: 5 Reasons Why You Should Be Picking Up Plastic During Plastic-Free July!
NEWS RELEASE
June 29, 2024
A Greener Futures Hosts 30+ Litter Clean Up Events For Plastic Free July
A Greener Future Volunteer Picking Up Litter Along A Marshy Landscape.
ONTARIO, CANADA — This Plastic Free July, join A Greener Future and be part of the solution to plastic pollution! While some may say cleanup is just a small step, it's a powerful catalyst for positive change. Here are 5 reasons why you should participate in one of our many litter cleanup events this July:
5 Reasons Why To Join A Litter Clean-Up For Plastic Free July
1. Make a Difference in Your Community:
Cleaning up litter isn't just about aesthetics; it's about protecting wildlife and our local environment. Join a litter clean-up and see the visible impact your efforts have on your community.
2. Find Relief from Eco-Anxiety:
Feeling overwhelmed by environmental issues? Taking action is a great way to combat eco-anxiety. Channel your concern into positive change by participating in a cleanup event.
3. Spark Conversations About Change:
Cleanups are a springboard for discussions about plastic pollution and its impact. Let's work together to brainstorm solutions and advocate for policies that reduce plastic waste.
Want to delve deeper? Check out our blog post by Mara, our social media manager, titled "[Insert Blog Post Title Here]" which explores the question: How Did Plastic Become Such a Problem?
4. Get Your Highschool Community Service Hours:
Looking to fulfill high school community service requirements? Our cleanups are a perfect opportunity to contribute and make a real difference while getting your 40 hours fulfilled.
5. Gain a Powerful Perspective on Plastic Pollution:
Ever wondered just how much plastic accumulates in our environment? Participating in a cleanup is an eye-opening experience. Seeing the mountains of litter collected firsthand gives you a powerful new perspective on the scope of plastic pollution. It's a powerful motivator to take action and advocate for change.
Join Us!
Join us for one of our 33 litter clean-up events across southern Ontario this Plastic-Free July! Registration required. Visit our Events Calendar to find an event near you to sign up!
Check Out All Our Events
Oakville, Burlington Hamilton:
July 4th, 2024 @ 6 pm - Crescent Beach, Hamilton
July 6th, 10 am - 2 pm - LUSH at Limeridge Mall - Tabling Event*
July 9th, 2024 @ 1 pm - Burlington Beach, Burlington with Burlington Green - Plastic Free July Presentation
July 11th, 2024 @ 10 am - Pier 4 Park, Hamilton
July 13th, 2024 @ 9:30 am - Albion Falls, Hamilton
July 16th, 2024 @ 1 pm - Bronte Beach Park, Oakville
July 17th, 2024 @ 6 pm - Burloak Park, Burlington
July 18th, 2024 @ 10 am - Coronation Park, Oakville
July 23rd, 2024 @ 6 pm - South Shell Park, Oakville
July 27th, 2024 @ 10 am - Hamilton Beach A, Hamilton
July 30th, 2024 @ 1 pm - Hamilton Harbour Waterfront Trail, Hamilton
Greater Toronto Area:
July 2nd, 2024 @ 1 pm - Thackeray Park, Toronto
July 9th, 2024 @ 1 pm - Doctors McLean District Park, Vaughan
July 10th, 2024 @ 10 am - Colonel Sam Smith Park, Toronto
July 13th, 2024 @ 10 am - Len Ford Park, Toronto
July 20th, 2024 @ 10 am - Marina Quay West, 539 Queen Quay W - U of T Trash Trap Dive Event
July 23rd, 2024 @ 1 pm - Nort Johnston District Park, Vaughan
July 25th, 2024 @ 6 pm - Rouge Beach, Toronto
July 27, 2024 @ 10 am - Marie Curtis Park, Toronto
July 30th, 2024 @ 12 pm - Doctors Mclean District Park, Vaughan
July 31st @ 7:30 pm - at Christie Pits Park with Patagonia
Durham:
July 1st, 2024 @ 2 pm - Oshawa Canada Day - Tabling Event*
July 2nd, 2024 @ 6 pm - Ajax Waterfront Trail, Ajax
July 4th, 2024 @ 10 am - Lakefront Park West, Oshawa
July 3rd, 2024 @ 9 am - Whitby Farmers Market - Tabling Event*
July 9th, 2024 @ 6 pm - Lakewoods Park, Oshawa
July 11th, 2024 @ 10 am - Stone Street Park, Oshawa
July 13th, 2024 @ 10 am - Heydenshore Park, Whitby
July 14th, 2024 @ 10 am - LUSH Oshawa - Tabling Event*
July 16th, 2024 @ 1 pm - Lakeview Park, Oshawa
July 18th, 2024 @ 10 am - Paradise Beach, Ajax
July 20th, 2024 @ 12 pm - LUSH Pickering - Tabling Event*
July 23rd, 2024 @ 6 pm - Beachfront Park, Pickering
July 30th, 2024 @ 12 pm - Rotary Park, Ajax
Northumberland:
July 11th, 2024 @ 6 pm - West Beach, Cobourg
July 18th, 2024 @ 6 pm - Bondhead Beach, Newcastle
July 20th, 2024 @ 10 am - West Beach, Port Hope
July 23rd, 2024 @ 6 pm - Port Darlington East Beach Park, Bowmanville
Quinte/Kingston:
July 6th, 2024 @ 10 am - Confederation Park, Kingston
July 23rd, 2024 @ 1 pm - Breakwater Park, Kingston
July 27th, 2024 @ 10 am - LUSH Kingston - Tabling Event*
*Tabling Events are a chance for you to chat with our staff, learn more about A Greener Future and our mission, and discover other ways to get involved in reducing plastic pollution.
To learn more about Plastic Free July, check out their website https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/!
ABOUT A GREENER FUTURE
Founded in 2014, A Greener Future is a non-profit organization whose mission is to work within local communities to promote environmental protection through organized litter cleanups, educational programs, and events. A Greener Future is committed to creating a clean, healthy environment for future generations. To learn more, visit A Greener Future at www.agreenerfuture.ca and see A Greener Future on Facebook and Instagram.
MEDIA CONTACTS:
Katherine Roesler, Public Relations Manager
416-892-4187 |katherine@agreenerfuture.ca
Rochelle Byrne, Executive Director/Founder
705-791-5358 | rochelle@agreenerfuture.ca