Tenants come together to keep their communities clean
From litter pickups to garden cleanups, tenants are turning community spirit into actions.
This spring, tenants across Toronto Community Housing rolled up their sleeves and worked together to make their neighbourhoods cleaner, greener, and more welcoming places to live.
TCHC tenants and staff at 10 Glen Everest Road pose for a photo after community cleanups.
The first community cleanup of the season took place on Friday, April 24 at 2739 and 2743 Victoria Park Ave., where people gathered to celebrate Earth Day. Nearly 30 tenants joined volunteers to pick up litter, enjoy food and music, and connect with their neighbours.
Throughout May and June, more communities hosted cleanup events. Tenants came together at 245 Dunn Ave., 90 Parma Court, 140 Adanac Dr., 121 Kendleton Dr., and 10 Glen Everest Rd. to help care for shared outdoor spaces.
At 121 Kendleton Dr., the cleanup was combined with a community planting event. More than 20 tenants helped plant trees and shrubs, picked up litter, and enjoyed lunch together. Community partners were also on hand to share tips on waste sorting, recycling, and ways to reduce waste at home.
TCHC tenants and staff at 245 Dunn pose for a photo after community cleanups.
Everyone can help keep their community clean every day by putting litter in the proper bin, sorting waste correctly, and reducing the use of single-use items whenever possible.
More community cleanups are planned in the coming months, including events at Allenbury Gardens and Chester Le.
Want to make a difference in your community? Join an upcoming cleanup event, connect with your neighbours, and help keep your community clean and welcoming for everyone.
If you would like to learn more about upcoming events or conservation programs in your community, contact conservation@torontohousing.ca.
