'A sense of community': Events pop up across Regina to celebrate Earth Day
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Regina was host to numerous events and celebrations to commemorate the 53rd annual Earth Day.
Regina was host to numerous events and celebrations to commemorate the 53rd annual Earth Day.
First celebrated on April 22, 1970, Earth Day has become synonymous with the global environmental movement, being observed in over 190 countries across the world.
A range of events were happening across Regina to mark the occasion. For CAA Saskatchewan, the focus was disposing of paper in an environmentally friendly way.
"Identity theft is a huge thing so having your confidential documents shredded is very important, it helps to protect you on and offline,” Lona Gervais, communications specialist with CAA Saskatchewan.
“Also on Earth Day we're offering people an opportunity to bring down their electronics."
All proceeds from the disposal event is destined to support Regina Crime Stoppers.
"Our mandate is to get out and help our community … It fits the mandate of Regina crime stoppers,” Corey Little, VP of Finance for Regina Crime Stoppers, told CTV News.
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