Join Scarborough Zero Waste for a day of community action focused on Reuse, Repair, Recycle, and Rethink!

Scarborough's REmarket is an event bringing neighbours together to inspire and facilitate waste reduction. Come explore unique food vendors serving their food in reusable Muuse containers, have your kids learn practical skills at the Upcycling Kid Workshops, get your broken items fixed at the Repair Café, and enjoy Live Music and the Seed Library. This is a free event except for the food.

It’s the perfect opportunity to learn how to reduce your waste footprint and connect with the grassroots movement building a greener Scarborough.

We’re excited to be part of EcoFair Toronto, a celebration of sustainability, innovation, and community action. Visit us on November 2, 2025 at Wychwood Barns (see EcoFair website for full details). ecofairtoronto.org

What We’ll Be Doing
At our booth, you’ll get to:

• Learn about A Greener Future. Our mission, our ongoing projects, and how you can get involved

• Sign up for our newsletter so you never miss volunteer opportunities, events, or updates

• Try out sifting for nurdles (those tiny plastic pellets), we’ll show you how to spot them, explain their impact on waterways, and share what you can do to help reduce microplastic pollution

• Ask questions, chat with our team, and find out how you can join our cleanup community

Why Visit Us?
We believe that every person can be a force for environmental change. Whether you’re new to eco-action or already deep in the movement, we’ll have something for you. Hands-on learning, great conversations, and opportunities to take action in the community.

We’re looking forward to meeting you and growing our network of people committed to conserving nature, reducing waste, and protecting our waterways. See you there!

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: In front of the pavilion (Google Map)

CANCELLED DUE TO UNEXPECTED CIRCUMSTANCES

A Greener Future proudly presents Cobourg's first-ever Nurdle Hunt! This special event, hosted in partnership with the Town of Cobourg, will take participants on a tour across three local waterfront locations to learn about and take action on one of the most overlooked forms of plastic pollution - nurdles. 

Nurdles, small plastic pellets used to make most plastic products, are the second largest source of primary microplastic pollution worldwide. We've found early signs of pollution along our beautiful shores, which is why now is the perfect time to act, raise awareness, and prevent the issue from growing. They may be tiny, but their negative impact on our waterways and wildlife is drastic. By joining the hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. 

During this hands-on event, participants will:

• Visit multiple local sites where nurdles have been found

• Learn how to identify and collect nurdles safely & effectively

• Discover how nurdles end up in the environment and why this pollution matters

• Contribute to global data collection efforts that hold the plastics industry accountable 

Join us for this unique experience and help keep Cobourg’s shores clean, healthy, and nurdle-free! 💚

📍 Meeting Spot: North of the Oval on Albert Street, Parking in the Second Street Lot is FREE! (Google Map)

The tour will start at the Second Street Parking Lot, followed by a short walk to the Cobourg Harbour for stop number 1. Stop number 2 is at Victoria Park, a 7-minute walk from the Harbour. From there, we’ll head back to the parking lot and drive to stop number 3, Brook Creek Outfall. Carpooling is available.

Wear your walking shoes and be prepared for an eye-opening experience, great conversations, and a new way to help protect our planet. To register, please reply to this email with the names of the attendees.

Locations

Participate in Waste Reduction Week, organized by the Town of Whitby in partnership with the Whitby Public Library on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at the Whitby Public Library, Central Library (405 Dundas St W, Whitby) from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

1. Attend a Repair Cafe 

Do you have a broken household item? Don’t toss it!

Celebrate Waste Reduction Week by bringing your broken/damaged small appliances, computers, electronics, clothes, jewelry, books, and more to the pop-up Repair Café at Whitby Central Library, Meeting Room 1, on Saturday, October 25, 2025, from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. to learn how to repair them with our expert volunteers.

This event is free, but slots are limited. Register today!

2. Join the Waste Reduction Event

In partnership with the Rotary Club of Whitby, recycle “hard-to-recyclable” items and help reduce your impact on our planet. Bring your old Brita filters, printer ink cartridges, toothbrushes, disposable razors, pens, markers and highlighters and drop them off at the designated boxes kept in the Library’s Front lobby. No registration is required. 

For a list of acceptable items under each category, please check out: Brita filters, Oral Care (toothbrush), pens, markers and highlighters, and disposable razors.

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: Next to Carpark 534 (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: On the beach (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: In front of the BurlingtonGreen Eco Hub (Google Map)

For grades 1-6 with a caregiver

Join this family-friendly workshop where participants will dive into the world of waste management. Learn about the importance of responsible waste management through a variety of activities, including a topic-specific story, hands-on activities, including waste sorting, and identifying ways that you can participate in responsible waste management. 

In partnership with the Regional Municipality of Durham.

Register online, in person or by calling any Whitby Public Library location.

Register Here

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: At the end of the parking lot under the big tree (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: Near the washroom and playground at the entrance to the beach (Google Map)

Join the Alternative All-Gender Clothing Swap at Ground Control in Toronto on October 11th. This event offers a chance for everyone to refresh their wardrobe while keeping textiles out of landfill.

Entry is $5, and participants are asked to bring a minimum of six clothing items, shoes, or accessories in good condition, items you would be proud to gift to a friend. Socks and underwear are not accepted. Swapping runs from 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm.

All funds raised will go directly to the Toronto Vegetarian Food Bank, and any leftover clothing items will be donated to charity.

Full details here.

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: On the beach southeast of the roundabout (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: North of the Waterfront Trail Parking lot (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: At Dieppe Veterans Memorial Park in front of the flags. We’ll head to the beach from there (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: Near the public washroom in the Sir Casimir Gzowski Park part of Sunnyside Beach (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: Near the washroom and playground at the entrance to the beach (Google Map)

A Greener Future proudly presents our Nurdle Hunt program in partnership with the Great Global Nurdle Hunt. Venture with us to the stunning shores of Lake Ontario for a crucial endeavour in environmental conservation. Tiny plastic pellets, called nurdles, are one of the most widespread forms of plastic pollution. They’re small, but they add up fast, and they’re harming our wildlife and waterways. By joining this Nurdle Hunt, you’ll become part of a global movement to track, collect, and remove nurdles before they do more damage. Together, we can protect Lake Ontario for the benefit of people, wildlife, and future generations. 🌊

👋 Ready to Join the Hunt? All ages are welcome!

📍 Meeting Spot: At the end of the parking lot under the big tree (Google Map)

Event Details

🗓 Date: September 27, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Meeting Location: Northeast entry to the park Google Map
👥 Your Event Host: Greg will be there to welcome you!

🔹 What to Bring
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧

All cleanup equipment will be provided!

🔹 What to Expect

• Upon arrival, check in by QR Code.

• We’ll go over safety tips and instructions before kicking off the cleanup.

• Then, it’s time to collect those butts! 🚬♻️ Let’s see how much we can clean up together!

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Let’s show how powerful small actions can be when we work together!

Event Details

🗓 Date: September 27, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Meeting Location: Shipyards Amphitheatre Google Map
👥 Your Event Host: Mary Ellen will be there to welcome you!

🔹 What to Bring
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧

All cleanup equipment will be provided!

🔹 What to Expect

• Upon arrival, check in by QR Code.

• We’ll go over safety tips and instructions before kicking off the cleanup.

• Then, it’s time to collect those butts! 🚬♻️ Let’s see how much we can clean up together!

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Let’s show how powerful small actions can be when we work together!

Event Details

🗓 Date: September 26, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Meeting Location: In front of the Sunnybrook Park washrooms Google Map
👥 Your Event Host: Greg will be there to welcome you!

🔹 What to Bring
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧

All cleanup equipment will be provided!

🔹 What to Expect

• Upon arrival, check in by QR Code.

• We’ll go over safety tips and instructions before kicking off the cleanup.

• Then, it’s time to collect those butts! 🚬♻️ Let’s see how much we can clean up together!

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Let’s show how powerful small actions can be when we work together!

Event Details

Join us for a fun and impactful afternoon cleanup as we team up with the City of Toronto and the Toronto Police Service to make our City a little greener! Together, we’ll connect with community members and help remove litter from our shared spaces.

🗓 Date: September 25, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 4:30 PM
📍 Meeting Location: North-east edge of the strip parking lot in front of the Beer Store (Google Map)
👥 Your Event Host: Greg will be there to welcome you!

🔹 What to Bring
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧

All cleanup equipment will be provided!

🔹 What to Expect

• Upon arrival, check in by QR Code.

• We’ll go over safety tips and instructions before kicking off the cleanup.

• Then, it’s time to pick up the litter & collect those butts! 🚬♻️ Let’s see how much we can clean up together!

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Let’s show how powerful small actions can be when we work together!

Event Details

🗓 Date: September 25, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Meeting Location: Across from the front entrance of the hospital. Google Map
👥 Your Event Host: Greg will be there to welcome you!

🔹 What to Bring
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧

All cleanup equipment will be provided!

🔹 What to Expect

• Upon arrival, check in by QR Code.

• We’ll go over safety tips and instructions before kicking off the cleanup.

• Then, it’s time to collect those butts! 🚬♻️ Let’s see how much we can clean up together!

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Let’s show how powerful small actions can be when we work together!

Event Details

🗓 Date: September 25, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 10:00 AM
📍 Meeting Location: South edge of the parking lot (Google Map)
👥 Your Event Host: Greg will be there to welcome you!

🔹 What to Bring
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧

All cleanup equipment will be provided!

🔹 What to Expect

• Upon arrival, check in by QR Code.

• We’ll go over safety tips and instructions before kicking off the cleanup.

• Then, it’s time to collect those butts! 🚬♻️ Let’s see how much we can clean up together!

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Let’s show how powerful small actions can be when we work together!

This is it, Vancouver.

Join us for Canada’s biggest cigarette litter cleanup – right here in the City of Vancouver.

On September 20th, A Greener Future is teaming up with UNSMOKE to host a massive cleanup event at the 800 Robson Plaza next to the Vancouver Art Gallery as part of a national campaign to collect 1 million cigarette butts in just one month. We’re calling on Vancouverites to help us make a visible, unforgettable impact on World Cleanup Day.

Whether you’re an environmentalist, activist, community builder, or someone who just wants to make a difference — this is your moment.

How It Works

1. Sign up below through our form.

2. Show up at 800 Robson Plaza anytime between 10 AM–2 PM on Sept 20.

3. Check-in through the QR code on-site.

4. Pick up cigarette butts in the surrounding area OR drop off butts you already collected at our collection point — look for the UNSMOKE flags and our epic butt collection display.

5. Be part of something big. Watch our social media (or the news) to see how we did!

We’ll be tracking how many butts we collect by weight and volume, and we want your contribution counted. Our goal is a national total of 1 million butts in September, and it starts here.

Why It Matters

Cigarette butts are one of the most littered items on Earth — and they’re toxic to our soil, waterways, wildlife, and us. Every butt you pick up helps protect our environment and sends a clear message: We’re done with this kind of pollution.

This event is about more than just cleaning up. It’s about community power, environmental action, and proving what’s possible when people come together for a common cause.

What to Expect

✅ Drop in anytime from 10 AM–2 PM
✅ Meet fellow change-makers and environmental advocates
✅ Snap photos with our butt display
✅ Media presence, music, and good vibes
✅ A chance to make a real, tangible impact on your city

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages, we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

Let’s make World Cleanup Day count.

Need more information about this event? Contact Alannah at agreenerfuture dot ca

This is it, Montreal.

Join us for Canada’s biggest cigarette litter cleanup – right here in the heart of the city.

On September 20th, A Greener Future is teaming up with UNSMOKE Canada Cleanups to host a massive cleanup event at Place Émilie-Gamelin as part of a national campaign to collect 1 million cigarette butts in just one month. We’re calling on Montrealers to help us make a visible, unforgettable impact on World Cleanup Day.

Whether you’re an environmentalist, activist, community builder, or someone who just wants to make a difference — this is your moment.

How It Works

1. Sign up below through our form.

2. Show up at Émilie-Gamelin Place anytime between 10 AM–2 PM on Sept 20.

3. Check in through the QR code on-site.

4. Pick up cigarette butts in the surrounding area OR drop off butts you already collected at our collection point — look for the UNSMOKE flags and our epic butt collection display.

5. Be part of something big. Watch our social media (or the news) to see how we did!

We’ll be tracking how many butts we collect by weight and volume, and we want your contribution counted. Our goal is a national total of 1 million butts in September, and it starts here.

Why It Matters

Cigarette butts are one of the most littered items on Earth — and they’re toxic to our soil, waterways, wildlife, and us. Every butt you pick up helps protect our environment and sends a clear message: We’re done with this kind of pollution.

This event is about more than just cleanup. It’s about community power, environmental action, and proving what’s possible when people come together for a common cause.

What to Expect

✅ Drop in anytime from 10 AM–2 PM
✅ Meet fellow change-makers and environmental advocates
✅ Snap photos with our butt display
✅ Media presence, music, and good vibes
✅ A chance to make a real, tangible impact on your city

Register Now

To participate, please complete the quick registration form below. You’ll get an email registration confirmation, a reminder before the event, and you’ll be able to check in when you arrive so we can count your contribution toward our national total. We will never share your email and won’t send you unsolicited messages; we only contact you regarding events you’ve registered for.

Let’s make World Cleanup Day count.