Help us Build a Bench — one cigarette butt at a time.

This April, A Greener Future is challenging communities across Canada to help us collect 1 million cigarette butts during the 2026 UNSMOKE Butt Blitz. Why? Because that’s how many recycled cigarette butts it takes to build a real park bench through TerraCycle.

By joining this cleanup, you’re not just removing toxic litter from the environment; you’re helping turn pollution into something lasting, useful, and public.

Every butt collected at this event counts toward our national goal.

Event Details

🗓 Date: April 16, 2025
⏰ Meeting Time: 1:00 PM
📍 Meeting Location: The East side of the parking lot that’s closest to the Oshawa Museum. Google Map
👥 Your Event Host: Recia 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 with the event host.

• 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!

Registration Opens Late February 2026

Once registration opens, you’ll be able to sign up quickly online right here. You’ll receive a registration confirmation and an event reminder by email before the event.

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🎉 We can’t wait to see you out there making a difference. Small actions add up, especially when we build something together!