Earth Day is recognized as a day to raise awareness about the importance of protecting the environment and promoting sustainability. It is an opportunity for individuals, communities, and organizations to come together to take action to protect the planet and address environmental issues such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and loss of biodiversity.
Recognizing Earth Day serves as a reminder that we all have a responsibility to care for the planet and take actions to reduce our impact on the environment. It is a chance to celebrate the natural beauty of our world and the incredible diversity of life that inhabits it, and to recognize the importance of preserving these things for future generations.
By recognizing Earth Day, we can also promote education and advocacy around environmental issues and encourage individuals and governments to take action to protect the planet. This can include supporting policies and initiatives that promote sustainability, reducing our own environmental footprint, and advocating for more sustainable practices in our communities and beyond.
Ways to Recognize Earth Day Individually
- Educate yourself: Learn about the issues facing our planet, such as climate change, pollution, deforestation, and biodiversity loss.
- Reduce, reuse, and recycle: Make an effort to reduce your waste by using reusable bags, bottles, and containers. Recycle items such as paper, plastic, and glass.
- Plant trees: Planting trees helps to absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and provide habitat for wildlife.
- Conserve water: Reduce your water usage by taking shorter showers, fixing leaks, and using water-efficient appliances.
- Use environmentally friendly products: Choose products that are environmentally friendly and sustainable, such as those made from recycled materials.
- Spread awareness: Share your knowledge about environmental issues with others and encourage them to take action.
Earth Day Events
Earth Day at Downsview Park
Let’s celebrate our planet together at Downsview Park!
We invite you to join us in celebrating our planet and the environment on April 23rd, 2023, at the Play Zone at Downsview Park. This event is free to the public.
Bring your family and friends to enjoy some hands-on activities, opportunities to learn and connect with our education staff, vendors, and much more. This event is a great opportunity to learn about ways to reduce your environmental footprint, connect with like-minded individuals and organizations, and celebrate our planet.
We encourage you to sign up on Eventbrite to let us know you’re coming! Registration will be required to attend certain activities.
For a detailed list of events https://downsviewpark.ca/events/earth-day-downsview-park
One Million Trees Earth Day Tree Planting – Mississauga
This year on Earth Day volunteers with the One Million Trees program will plant 1,500 trees and shrubs at 11 sites across Mississauga.
Guidelines for participants:
- Online pre-registration is required.
- Dress appropriately for the weather. Wear closed toed, sturdy shoes and long pants.
- Equipment such as shovels will be provided. You may also bring your own.
Additional instructions will be provided by email closer to the event date. Should you have any questions or concerns in the meantime, please contact onemilliontrees@mississauga.ca or 311 (905-615-4311 from outside Mississauga).
The Meadoway Cleanup – Scarborough
Register for free – Register Here
Let’s come together on Earth Day and clean up our community!
Learn about microplastics, stormwater pollution, and the importance of keeping our natural areas free of litter. Next, we will work together to clean up The Meadoway!
Here’s more information you’ll need to know:
- Meet your event leader at Wexford Park, located at 51 Singleton Road in Scarborough, ON
- Please arrive on time and prepared for a day spent outdoors
- Wear close-toed shoes, long pants, and dress appropriately for the weather
- More details will be shared with registrants closer to the date of the event
This event is intended for Ages 6+:
- Beginner level information
- Activities and concepts that are friendly for all ages
- Intended audience includes children, youth, and adults
Cancellation policy: The event will run rain or shine, but will be canceled if there is a greater than 70% chance of thunderstorm or other hazardous weather. Registrants will be emailed by 9:00am on the morning of the event if there is a cancellation.
TRCA is committed to creating an accessible experience for all participants. If you require an accessibility accommodation, please email tisha.tan@trca.ca at least 7 days prior to the event.
2023 Environmental Celebration at Norton Place Park–Brampton
The City of Brampton in collaboration with the Brampton Environmental Alliance is hosting the second annual Earth Day event on Saturday, April 22nd from 12 pm to 4 pm at Norton Place Park, 170 Clark Blvd.
This is a free family-friendly event including:
- A Climate Change Exhibition featuring speakers, a live mural painting, and a showcase of climate-related artwork created by residents to engage the community on the City’s first Climate Change Adaptation Plan.
- Norton Forest Walk: Join the TRCA at 2:30pm to learn about the Forest Restoration and Management Plan for Norton Place Park
- Kids Zone: Make your own pollinator seed balls, craft a leafy master piece or trace your eco footprint
- Join the litter clean-up
- Observe local wildlife with Nature Bingo and entire the draw for a chance to win an Ontario Parks Pass
- Festival showcasing environmental leadership across the City of Brampton.