The public is invited to participate in some of the 20+ free and low-cost programs offered as part of the City of Richmond’s celebration of Earth Week from April 15 to 23. Options include an Introduction to Birding session, a Bees Workshop and guided tours of picturesque Paulik Park. For something more active, gather family or friends to help with the invasive plant removal at Terra Nova Rural Park. All events are listed at www.richmond.ca/earthweek. 

The City of Richmond has partnered this year with the Ministry of Natural Resources, Garden City Conservation Society, Birds Canada, the Lower Mainland Green Team, Urban Bounty, the Richmond Garden Club and other community organizations to deliver family-friendly programs and experiences to mark Earth Week. The unique and interactive programs offered focus on environmental sustainability, citizen science, community engagement and garden management. All are designed to be fun and educational and to have a positive impact on the local environment.

For residents wanting to support Richmond’s environment year-round, the City encourages individuals, groups and businesses to enroll in the Partners for Beautification Program. This program promotes local citizen stewardship with volunteer options that include cleaning up litter in an adopted area in their neighbourhood or helping with shoreline clean-ups along trails that line our island city. To learn more, visit www.richmond.ca/beautification.

For a complete list of Earth Week activities and how to register, visit www.richmond.ca/earthweek.