Gananoque residents are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves this spring as the town prepares for Pitch-In Week, running from April 19 to 25. The annual clean‑up initiative has been officially declared by the mayor and invites individuals, families and groups to help remove litter from streets, sidewalks, parks, trails and shorelines.
Part of a nationwide effort, Pitch-In Week sees thousands of Canadians take action each year to support cleaner, healthier communities. In 2023 alone, more than 550,000 volunteers participated across the country, contributing to over 28,000 clean‑up events and removing approximately 3.7 million pounds of litter from public spaces.
Those interested in organizing a clean-up are asked to register by emailing pwinfo@gananoque.ca with details about the location, project name and contact information.
Residents may also pitch in individually by picking up free yellow Pitch-In bags, available at Town Hall or the Public Works Office. Curbside collection of filled bags will be provided.
The town is also asking participants to share photos from their clean-up efforts during the week.
(By: Tim Baltz)
