Keeping Colwood Clean, Green & Litter-Free

Get Involved

Colwood is a beautiful place to live, work, and play—and we all have a role to play in keeping it clean and litter-free. Through community-driven initiatives and City-supported programs, we are working together to reduce waste, prevent litter, promote greener living, and preserve the natural beauty of our community. Your efforts will be an example that fosters pride in our community and discourages litterbugs!

Litter Pick Kits - Available at Colwood Public Works

The Colwood Parks Team provides Litter Pick Kits free of charge to individuals or groups who are interested in a neighbourhood clean-up. Each kit includes gloves, a litter picker, garbage bags, and safety information. When returning the kit(s), you can also leave the garbage bags for disposal.
Simply complete the form below and a member of the Colwood Parks team will be in contact to get you set up.
Have questions? Call the Parks team at 250-474-4133.
 

Join PICK Colwood - A Community Movement!

PICK Colwood logo

PICK Colwood (Promoting Involvement for Community Kleanup) is a volunteer-led group that organizes litter clean-up events to bring residents together, boost community pride, reduce litter and make Colwood a cleaner, healthier place. 

Upcoming PICK Colwood Clean-Up Events:
  • Earth Day (April 22)
  • World Environment Day (June - TBA)
  • Waste Reduction Week (October - TBA)
Why Join PICK Colwood?

Litter isn’t just an eyesore—it affects local ecosystems, endangers wildlife, and can contribute to long-term pollution. By getting involved, you’re helping to protect our green spaces, beaches and neighborhoods while also connecting with like-minded neighbours who care about the place we call home.

Join us if you:

✔ Care about keeping our environment and wildlife safe from harmful waste 
✔ Want to see immediate, visible results from your efforts
✔ Want to connect with fellow residents and families in your neighbourhood
✔ Enjoy fresh air, light exercise, and making a positive difference
✔ Believe that small actions can spark big change

All supplies will be provided to you, along with encouragement and support. Every effort counts and it’s also a fantastic way to meet new people, spend quality time with family. Together, we’ll celebrate the positive impact we’re making with photos, data, and stories from our efforts.

To learn about upcoming events and how to get involved, contact pickcolwood@gmail.com.

Stay Tuned for "Show Us Your Mug" Colwood Challenge☕

Exciting new campaigns are on the horizon! Keep an eye out for the upcoming "Show Us Your Mug" campaign, which will give you the chance to win prizes for using your reusable coffee mug to reduce single-use waste. Make sure you're following us on Instagram and Facebook @CityofColwood
More details coming soon!
 

Litter Pick Request Form

Please complete the form below if you're interested in a litter pick kit from Colwood Public Works. Once completed, the Parks team will be in touch to finalize your plans. 
 
Please note: Your information will not be collected or used for any other purpose than to organize a litter pick. If you tick the box to indicate interest in participating in a PICK Colwood community event, you are giving permission for your email to be shared with the local PICK Colwood organizer so they can personally provide you litter pick event information. Alternatively, you may contact them directly at pickcolwood@gmail.com.

Are you interested in participating in a PICK Colwood community group event?
Please select the date you plan to organize your group for a litter pick in Colwood, and a time to pick up your litter pick kit on that date.
Please describe the neighbourhood, park, and/or specific street(s) where you plan to pick up litter.

You will be responsible for making sure you and your group are aware of safety issues. Read these safety considerations carefully and click to indicate your agreement below.

Important safety considerations:
• Wear the gloves provided to minimize contact with dangerous materials.
• Wear clothing that is clearly visible to traffic and pedestrians.
• Children must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian.
• Plan your pick during the daylight hours, avoiding the hottest part of the day in summer.
• Wear proper footwear and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Stay on sidewalks, trails, parks, and public areas. Do not step into or attempt to remove litter from roads.
• Avoid reaching into hedges or undergrowth that may scratch your face, eyes, or skin. If you cannot reach an item with your litter picker, leave it.
• Be aware of wildlife. Avoid disturbing animals and birds that may be nesting in the spring, and wasp and bee nests in the summer.
• Do not attempt to litter pick in areas that may be private property or where other works are underway.
• Do not attempt to lift heavy items.

Know what to do with dangerous items:
• Drug related materials including needles should not be moved, please note the location and report it to Colwood Public Works immediately at 250-474-4133
• Broken glass - avoid contact by hand. Remove using a litter picker and dispose in a sturdy container.
• Any unknown or potentially hazardous waste should be left in place and reported to Colwood Public Works at 250-474-4133.