​​​​​​Community initiatives highlight tree planting, litter reduction and park cleanups to help build a greener, cleaner Brampton ​

BRAMPTON, ON (April 2, 2026) – This Earth Month, the City of Brampton invites residents to be part of something bigger. Now in its second year, the “Imagine Your Impact” campaign calls on residents to take simple, everyday actions to protect parks, grow the urban forest and keep neighbourhoods clean.

“Imagine Your Impact” highlights how everyday actions shape Brampton’s parks and public spaces, showing the visible difference residents can make by reducing litter and taking pride in their community. Credit: City of Brampton

Imagine Your Impact

The “Imagine Your Impact” campaign empowers residents to take pride in their community through everyday choices that reduce litter, protect public spaces and keep Brampton clean.

Litter harms wildlife, clogs drains and waterways and takes away from the beauty of local parks and trails residents enjoy every day. Small actions such as picking up after pets, using designated waste bins and respecting park rules add up to meaningful change across a city of nearly 800,000 residents.

As Brampton works toward becoming Canada’s first litter-free city, residents are encouraged to get involved this Earth Month by participating in initiatives such as community park cleanups.

Learn more at brampton.ca/imagineyourimpact.

Addressing abandoned shopping carts

Keeping public spaces clean also includes tackling abandoned shopping carts found in parks, creeks, boulevards, transit stops and other areas across the city.

The City is addressing this issue through a user fee charged to retailers when carts are retrieved by City staff, promoting environmental stewardship, public safety and better cart management practices by retailers.

Learn more by visiting brampton.ca/shoppingcart​.

Combatting illegal advertising signage

To protect resident safety and maintain community standards, placing signage on hydro poles, traffic poles or along city streets is not permitted in Brampton as per the Sign By-law. These signs can be a visual distraction to drivers, become a trip hazard for pedestrians and may end up as litter in streets and green spaces. Real estate signs on private properties are exempt from this by-law provided they adhere to the exemption standards set out in the by-law. Seeing illegal signs posted around the neighbourhood? Report them for removal through the Brampton 311 app (available on the App Store and Google Play) or by visiting 311brampton.ca.

Protecting Brampton’s urban forest

A healthy urban forest plays a vital role in Brampton’s future. The City continues to protect and grow this natural asset through its Urban Forest Management Plan. Tree removals remain regulated through the City’s Tree Preservation By-law and Woodlot Conservation By-law to help protect trees across the community.

Property owners play an important role and must maintain trees on private property and obtain a permit before removing certain privately owned trees or woodlots. Proper maintenance helps prevent safety concerns and protects neighbourhood green spaces.

Trees located on City property are maintained by the City and cannot be pruned or removed by residents. City trees are only removed when necessary due to health, safety or infrastructure considerations, with replacement planting planned where possible.

Residents can contact 3-1-1 for tree-related inquiries or service requests. For more information, visit the website.

Plant a tree and help grow Brampton’s urban forest

Every new tree planted helps shape Brampton’s future. Residents who plan to plant a tree or have recently planted one are encouraged to record it to support Brampton’s goal of planting one million trees by 2040. The City’s interactive Tree Planting Tracker Map allows residents to log their trees and track planting progress across the community. Explore the map and add your tree at brampton.ca/trees.

Brampton’s Parks Cleanup Program

From April 1 to November 1, residents, community groups, schools and businesses are invited to take action through Brampton’s Parks Cleanup Program. Participants can organize a self-led cleanup or join one of the City’s organized community events.

In 2025, approximately 37,068 residents stepped up, completing about 250 cleanups across Brampton. Building on this strong momentum, the City will host five organized community cleanup events in 2026 in partnership with several organizations, with one event taking place in each ward pairing.

 Community cleanup at Andrew McCandless Park in 2025 Credit: City of Brampton

Date: Saturday, April 18, 2026

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Manitou Park (Wards 7 and 8)

Date: Sunday, April 19, 2026

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Teramoto Park (Wards 1 and 5)

Date: Sunday, April 26, 2026

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Creditview Sandalwood Park (Wards 2 and 6)

Date: Saturday, May 2, 2026

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Fletcher’s Green Community Park (Wards 3 and 4)

Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026

Time: 10 am to 1 pm

Location: Komagata Maru Park (Wards 9 and 10)

The Parks Cleanup Program is generously supported by program sponsors TD, Capital Power and CN. For more information visit brampton.ca/cleanup.

Keeping Brampton’s parks clean

With more than 850 parks across Brampton, these shared spaces are at the heart of the community. The City remains committed to keeping them clean, safe and welcoming. City staff support this effort year-round through proactive maintenance, including regular waste bin servicing and inspections to ensure​ bins are in good condition and emptied frequently. Additional signage across parks encourages visitors to dispose of waste properly and help reduce litter.

To further protect public spaces, by-law enforcement officers conduct proactive patrols across the city to uphold local by-laws and address issues such as illegal dumping. These efforts support Brampton’s broader commitment to maintaining a cleaner, greener and more vibrant community.

Residents also play an important role. By following posted rules, using designated waste bins and picking up after pets, everyone helps keep Brampton’s green spaces safe and enjoyable. Learn more at brampton.ca/litterreduction.

Residents can also enjoy Brampton’s cherry blossoms, which typically bloom from late April into early May at Joyce Archdekin Park along Main Street South, with an additional tree at the entrance to Gage Park. As these seasonal blooms attract visitors each spring, everyone is encouraged to help protect and preserve them by giving others space to enjoy the display, disposing of litter properly and avoiding touching or picking blossoms or climbing the trees.

Residents are encouraged to take part this Earth Month and see how small actions can create lasting change. Learn more and get involved at brampton.ca/imagineyourimpact. 

Quotes

“Earth Month is a reminder that the small choices we make every day can have a big impact on our community. Through the Imagine Your Impact campaign, we are encouraging residents to take simple actions to help keep Brampton clean, protect our parks and grow our urban forest. Together, we can continue building a greener, healthier city for future generations.” - Patrick Brown, Mayor, City of Brampton

“Keeping Brampton clean and green is a shared responsibility. Programs like our Parks Cleanup events and litter reduction initiatives give residents an opportunity to take pride in their community while helping protect our environment and public spaces. I encourage everyone to get involved this Earth Month and be part of the solution.” - Rowena Santos, Regional Councillor, Wards 1 and 5; Chair, Community Services, City of Brampton

“Earth Month is a timely opportunity for residents to come together and take pride in their community. Whether it’s participating in a park cleanup, planting a tree or taking simple steps to reduce litter, these actions help protect our natural spaces and support a cleaner, greener Brampton for everyone.” - Michael Palleschi, Regional Councillor, Wards 2 and 6; Chair, Planning and Development Committee, City of Brampton ​