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Whitehorse prepares for Annual 20-Minute makeover

Wednesday, 14 May 2025 12:21

By Panebi Wilson @chonfmpwilson

Residents and businesses are encouraged to join forces and take 20 minutes to clean up their surroundings. (Panebi Wilson/ CHON-FM news)

Residents and businesses are encouraged to join forces and take 20 minutes to clean up their surroundings, whether it's around their workplace, park, or green space.

The City of Whitehorse is gearing up for its annual 20-Minute Makeover event, taking place on Wednesday, May 14.

Residents and businesses are encouraged to join forces and take 20 minutes to clean up their surroundings, whether it's around their workplace, park, or green space. The event aims to promote community pride and keep Whitehorse clean.

According to the CITY, to participate, simply grab a colleague, step outside, and see what 20 minutes and a garbage bag can do. Garbage bags and gloves are available for pick-up at the Frank Slim Building in Shipyards Park between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. until Wednesday.

Once you've collected your garbage, drop it off at Shipyards Park between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. and enjoy a free barbecue as a thank-you for your efforts.

The City of Whitehorse also reminds residents to report any illegal dumping activity to Bylaw Services at 667-2111 or through whitehorse.ca/sort.

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