Join us for our fourth annual Earth Day Community Cleanup on Saturday, April 25 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., at Legacy Park:
- Community litter cleanup
- Adopt-A-Park registration
- Learn about climate adaptation and sustainability
- Family friendly activities
Adopt-A-Park Program
Keeping Lethbridge's parks clean, vibrant and welcoming — together.
Looking for a meaningful way to support your community while enjoying the outdoors? The Adopt‑A‑Park Program invites individuals, families, neighbourhood groups, schools, and organizations to help care for the parks and green spaces that make Lethbridge such a great place to live.
There is no minimum time commitment, and every effort—small or large—makes a difference.
Doggy Doo Doo Crew - Popson Park
Earth Day Cleanup Volunteers
Navy League Cadet Corps - Chinook Park Cleanup
Sandman Signature staff - Earth Day Cleanup
Garry Station Community Weed Pull
Doggy Doo Doo Crew - Park 'n' Bark
Lethbridge Horticultural Society
Volunteer at St. Patrick's Cemetery
Copperwood Community Cleanup
Earth Day Cleanup Volunteers - Sandman Group
Earth Day Cleanup Volunteers at Legacy Park
Boys & Girls Club volunteering Legacy Park
Lethbridge Sport Council litter cleanup
Lethbridge Community Taiko Association
What You Can Adopt
Volunteers can adopt a variety of public spaces across the city, including:
- Parks and playgrounds
- Dog parks and sportsfields
- Green strips and pathways
- Shrub or flower beds
- Cemeteries
Adopting a space means helping keep it clean, safe and beautiful for everyone who visits.
Volunteer Activities
Volunteers contribute in a range of hands-on ways, including:
- Litter pickup
- Dog waste pickup
- Weed control
- Spreading mulch
- Shrub and flower bed maintenance
- Reporting damage or vandalism in the area
All tasks are flexible and can be done on your schedule.
Ways to Get Involved
Adopt-A-Park
Choose a park, green space or cemetery that matters to you. This is a great option for long-term, ongoing stewardship. Keep in mind you set your own schedule and there is no minimum time commitment.
One-Time Litter Cleanup
Perfect for businesses, school groups, sports teams or volunteer days. A one-time cleanup is an easy and rewarding way to give back—especially as a team-building activity.
Neighbourhood Cleanup
Improve your neighbourhood by organizing a community cleanup. The City can support your group with bags, gloves and tips for organizing a successful cleanup event.
Upcoming Volunteer Events
The Adopt‑A‑Park Program works alongside City environmental events throughout the year. Join us and help keep the community clean and green:
Earth Day Community Cleanup - Saturday, April 25
Doggy Doo Doo Crew - Dog Parks Cleanup - Every Thursday in May
May is Dog Waste Awareness Month!
Join us in cleaning up our five dog parks. Volunteers will pick up dog doo doo and replace it with a flag. The flags create a great visual of the amount of dog waste not picked up and will be removed after a week.
Join us every Thursday in May, from 6 – 7 p.m.:
- May 7: Scenic Drive Dog Run
- May 14: Popson Park Off Leash Dog Run
- May 21: Peenaquim Park Off Leash Dog Park
- May 28: Park 'n' Bark
*Cleanup may be cancelled due to rain
Community park cleanups will be planned throughout the year. Stay tuned for dates and locations!
A Run to Remember - Sunday, September 27
Volunteer with us at the third annual Run to Remember on September 27, 2026, at Mountain View Cemetery.
Volunteer Opportunities
- Volunteer Check-In: Check in volunteers as they arrive, provide them with a safety vest.
- Course Marshals: Work at positions along the course, ensuring runners are on the path, as well as cheering them on as they run by.
- Refreshment Stations: Help hand out refreshments at the end of the race.
- Start/Finish Line: Ensure participants are lined up for the correct race and hand out medals once they cross the finish line.
Most positions will start at 9:30 a.m. and finish at 11:30 a.m.
Email parksvolunteer@lethbridge.ca for more information or to volunteer.
How to Get Started
- Choose a space you'd like to adopt or do a one-time cleanup (or ask for a list of available parks).
- Complete the form below under the "Sign Up" tab.
- Receive your volunteer kit, including supplies and guidance.
- Start caring for your adopted space on a schedule that works for you.
- Report your hours using the "Report" tab below or by emailing the Parks Community Coordinator.
- Subscribe to the Volunteer Newsletter to stay informed about seasonal programs and special events.
To sign up for the Adopt-A-Park program or a litter cleanup, complete the form below.
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You will receive a confirmation email within seven business days. If you have any questions regarding the program, email the Parks Community Coordinator at parksvolunteer@lethbridge.ca.
We want to know the impact you made! Please share details of your cleanup and hours by completing the online cleanup report on June 1 and December 1, or after every cleanup.
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It takes a community to keep our city clean! The efforts of our volunteers do not go unnoticed. We recognize our volunteers through our Volunteer Spotlight, in our Volunteer Newsletter. (Subscribe today!). We also offer City facility passes.
Interested in adopting a park? Thinking about organizing a workplace cleanup? Reach out to us!
Email: parksvolunteer@lethbridge.ca
Call: (403) 394-4894
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Adopt-A-Park or register your one-time or neighbourhood cleanup
- Submit bi-annual cleanup reports
- Follow health and safety guidelines
- Report damage or vandalism through 311
City Responsibilities:
- We can provide cleanup supplies
- We can collect bagged litter when notified
Contact Us
City Hall
910 4 Avenue South
Lethbridge, AB T1J 0P6
Phone: 311
or 403-320-3111 (if outside of Lethbridge)