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
This event is in partnership with: Ontario Tech University
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🗓 Date: April 29, 2026
⏰ Meeting Time: 12:00 PM
📍 Meeting Location: In front of Shawenjigewining Hall.
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👥 Your Event Host: Greg and Recia will be there to welcome you!
🔹 What to Bring
✔ Gloves – Any kind will do! Reusable, gardening, or disposable.
✔ An Upcycled Container – Old jars, coffee canisters, yogurt tubs… get creative! ♻️
✔ Optional: A litter picker (if you have one) for extra ease. We will have some extras on-site.
✔ Weather-Appropriate Clothing – Dress comfortably for the conditions.
✔ Reusable Water Bottle – Stay hydrated while we clean up! 💧
🔹 What to Expect
Upon arrival, check-in.
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!