To sign up for the Adopt-A-Park program or a litter cleanup, complete the form below.
Adopt-A-Park Program
Keeping Lethbridge's parks clean, vibrant and welcoming — together.
Looking for a meaningful way to support your community while enjoying the outdoors? The Adopt‑A‑Park Program invites individuals, families, neighbourhood groups, schools, and organizations to help care for the parks and green spaces that make Lethbridge such a great place to live.
There is no minimum time commitment, and every effort—small or large—makes a difference.
What You Can Adopt
Volunteers can adopt a variety of public spaces across the city, including:
- Parks and playgrounds
- Dog parks and sportsfields
- Green strips and pathways
- Shrub or flower beds
- Cemeteries
Adopting a space means helping keep it clean, safe and beautiful for everyone who visits.
Volunteer Activities
Volunteers contribute in a range of hands-on ways, including:
- Litter pickup
- Dog waste pickup
- Weed control
- Spreading mulch
- Shrub and flower bed maintenance
- Reporting damage or vandalism in the area
All tasks are flexible and can be done on your schedule.
Ways to Get Involved
Adopt-A-Park
Choose a park, green space or cemetery that matters to you. This is a great option for long-term, ongoing stewardship. Keep in mind you set your own schedule and there is no minimum time commitment.
One-Time Litter Cleanup
Perfect for businesses, school groups, sports teams or volunteer days. A one-time cleanup is an easy and rewarding way to give back—especially as a team-building activity.
Neighbourhood Cleanup
Improve your neighbourhood by organizing a community cleanup. The City can support your group with bags, gloves and tips for organizing a successful cleanup event.
Upcoming Volunteer Events
The Adopt‑A‑Park Program works alongside City environmental events throughout the year. Stay tuned for upcoming events such as park cleanups, community tree plantings and dog park cleanups in 2027!
How to Get Started
- Choose a space you'd like to adopt or do a one-time cleanup (Click here for a map of available parks).
- Complete the form below under the "Sign Up" tab.
- Receive your volunteer kit, including supplies and guidance.
- Start caring for your adopted space on a schedule that works for you.
- Report your hours using the "Report" tab below or by emailing the Parks Community Coordinator.
- Subscribe to the Volunteer Newsletter to stay informed about seasonal programs and special events.
You will receive a confirmation email within seven business days. If you have any questions regarding the program, email the Parks Community Coordinator at parksvolunteer@lethbridge.ca.
We want to know the impact you made! Please share details of your cleanup and hours by completing the online cleanup report on June 1 and December 1, or after every cleanup.
It takes a community to keep our city clean! The efforts of our volunteers do not go unnoticed. We recognize our volunteers through our Volunteer Spotlight, in our Volunteer Newsletter. (Subscribe today!). We also offer City facility passes.
Interested in adopting a park? Thinking about organizing a workplace cleanup? Reach out to us!
Email: parksvolunteer@lethbridge.ca
Call: (403) 394-4894
Volunteer Responsibilities:
- Adopt-A-Park or register your one-time or neighbourhood cleanup
- Submit bi-annual cleanup reports
- Follow health and safety guidelines
- Report damage or vandalism through 311
City Responsibilities:
- We can provide cleanup supplies
- We can collect bagged litter when notified