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By Vernon Matters Staff

spring clean

Get a group together and clean up your community

Mar 25, 2025 | 2:06 PM

April 1 is the official kick-off to Community Clean-up Month and the Regional District of Central Okanagan (RDCO) is offering residents gloves and bags for neighborhood clean-ups.

Trash collection is also arranged after the event.

Communities are encouraged to get together and make an impact.

In a media release, Cynthia Coates, supervisor of Solid Waste Services with the RDCO said community clean-ups are a simple way to give back and make a big difference in your neighbourhood.

“Pick a project, choose an area to beautify, gather your group and enjoy some fresh air while making a positive impact.”

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One group participating in Community Clean Up this year, while also celebrating Earth Day, is from McKinley Landing in Kelowna.

“We’re neighbors and families from McKinley Landing who want to keep our community clean,” event organizer Corie Chambers said. “The spring clean-up is easy to register for and participate in, and we love that the garbage is picked up the next day. Last year, we cleaned several roads from Paly to McKinley Road and plan to do the same this year.”

Some of the other groups and organizations that have already signed up for Community Clean-Up this year include: the North Westside Residents Association, the Rutland Neighborhood Association and a number of private individuals.

The RDCO has promoted the Community Clean Up campaign for over 20 years, with thousands of groups, clubs and individuals having participated in beautifying their surroundings over the years.

To register your group or arrange for supplies, visit rdco.com/communitycleanup, email recycle@rdco.com or call 250-469-6250.