BRAMPTON, ON (April 14, 2022) – As part of Earth Month, the City of Brampton is hosting its first ever Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony on Earth Day weekend.
The Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony will take place on Saturday, April 23 from 10 am to 2 pm at Norton Place Park, located at 170 Clark Boulevard.
This free event is open to the public, and will feature City of Brampton departments, local community groups and non-profits as part of an environment-themed community fair, activities such as nature walks and treasure hunts, and a kids’ zone. The event is supported by the Brampton Environmental Advisory Committee and Brampton Environmental Alliance.
The Grow Green Awards Ceremony will take place at 11:30 am, celebrating and recognizing outstanding individuals and organizations that have demonstrated environmental leadership and significantly contributed to Brampton’s Grow Green Vision of conserving, enhancing and balancing our natural and built environments to create a healthy, sustainable and resilient Brampton.
The Grow Green Awards are generously sponsored by ARGO Development Corporation.
As a Green City, Brampton continues to make strides in sustainability efforts and reducing its impact on the environment. Learn about our green initiatives at
www.brampton.ca.
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“Brampton is a Green City, and I look forward to our first ever Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony. This important event highlights and celebrates our sustainable city and everyone who helps make it so. I encourage everyone to attend the event on April 23 at Norton Place Park.”
- Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton
“This Council is committed to greening our city. Attend the Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony to learn more about Brampton’s environmental projects, chat and get involved with local organizations, enjoy the outdoors and celebrate those who make a difference in our environment every day.”
- Paul Vicente, Chair, Public Works and Engineering; Regional Councillor, Wards 1 & 5, City of Brampton
“Bring your family and friends to our first Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony. We’re on a journey to reduce greenhouse gas emissions generated in Brampton by 80 per cent by 2050, and residents can help keep our city clean, green and on the way to a more sustainable future.”
- Doug Whillans, City Councillor Wards 2 & 6; Member, Environment Advisory Committee; Member, CEERP Community Task Force, City of Brampton
“The City of Brampton is dedicated to keeping residents informed on how we are improving sustainability and enhancing environmental standards. Come to the Environmental Celebration and Grow Green Awards Ceremony and enjoy an informative, celebratory and green Saturday.”
- Paul Morrison, Interim Chief Administrative Officer, City of Brampton
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