WATCH ABOVE: Businesses along 124 Street took part in a challenge to clean up litter and the city wants you to join in. Kent Morrison explains.
EDMONTON — Several businesses along 124 Street worked together Thursday to pick up litter. The event was part of a bigger Capital City Clean Up competition.
Edmontonians are encouraged to take 15 minutes and pick up garbage around their neighbourhoods, schools, workplaces and businesses.
“Now that the snow has melted, we’re seeing an accumulation of litter in our parks, walkways and streets,” said Kaila Tipton, Capital City Clean Up program manager.
“Whether people take the official 15-to-Clean Challenge at the end of April or whether they adopt a block to clean throughout the summer, everyone can help reduce litter in their community.”
The fifth annual 15-to-Clean Challenge runs April 27 to May 3.
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Free gloves and garbage bags can be picked up at any Edmonton Public Library. Click here to find out more about the challenge and how to track your efforts.
To participate in Adopt-a-Block and get your free cleanup starter kit, click here.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of Capital City Clean Up.
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