Earth Month Celebrations
April is Earth Month, a time to celebrate our natural environment and come together to protect it. We've got fun, interactive eco-themed events and initiatives for the whole family!
| April 16 - Healthy Yards Plant & Garden Sale Begins |
| Create a beautiful, eco-friendly garden at a low cost! Starting April 16, Richmond Hill residents can pre-order native trees, shrubs, perennial wildflower kits, rain barrels and/or composters. The online sale runs until May 19 or while supplies last. Visit the Healthy Yards page for more information. |
| April 16 - Maximize Your Healthy Yard Workshop (free) |
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Growing native trees, shrubs and wildflowers can help your garden thrive and improve the natural environment. Learn how to choose the right native plants for your yard and how to install and use rain barrels and composters. Date & time: Wednesday, April 16, 7-8:30 p.m. |
| April 21 - Clean Up, Green Up Weeks Begins (free) |
| Everyone is invited to help give Richmond Hill a spring cleaning! From April 21 to May 5, residents, businesses, community groups and schools are encouraged to come together to help pick up litter that has accumulated over the winter months in parks, trails, on boulevards and in open spaces. Learn more and register online by April 6. |
| April 26 - Tree Planting at Rouge Crest Park - REGISTRATION CLOSED |
| Volunteer to plant trees with us! Gardening gloves and shovels will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own as well.
Date & time: Saturday, April 26, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This event is hosted by our partner, Ontario Streams. The tree planting event is full and registration is now closed. |
| April 27 - An Earth Day Experience: Legacy of the Land (free) |
| Celebrate Earth Day with us at one of Canada's National Historic Sites - Richmond Hill David Dunlap Observatory Park!
Date & time: Sunday, April 27, 1-4 p.m. There'll be free fun for the whole family, including:
Please note that parking is available at Elvis Stojko Arena only (350 16th Avenue) with footpath access to the RHDDO Park. Consider carpooling to this event. |
Other upcoming environmental initiatives:
- Richmond Hill Bird Friendly Festival: Sharing Spaces - May 3
- Tree Planting at Carrville Park - May 4
- Front Yards Gardening Workshop & Plant Sale - May 14
- Nominate your favourite RH front garden for recognition - June 2 to July 7
Everyone is invited to participate. Together, our actions can make a big difference!