Volunteer

Take part in the Lachine Canal shoreline cleanup in Montréal

Contribute to the Protection of a Iconic Parks Canada National Site

Give your group a meaningful experience by taking part in cleaning the banks of the Lachine Canal, located in the heart of Montreal. Together, you will help protect this unique environment, reduce pollution, and preserve natural habitats.

Accessible, easy to organize, and rewarding, this volunteer activity is suitable for all types of groups. Make a difference and learn more today!

Volunteer Activity at a Glance

• Activity: shoreline cleanup
• Location: Lachine Canal National Historic Site, Montréal
• Audience: groups (businesses, organizations, etc.)
• Available sectors: Locks 3, 4, 5 and the Atwater sector
• Equipment: provided
• Effort level: light to moderate

Where does the volunteer activity take place?

The shoreline cleanup activity at the Lachine Canal National Historic Site is available in specific sectors along the canal. These locations were selected based on their accessibility and the level of cleanup required:

• Lock No. 3
• Lock No. 4
• Lock No. 5
• Atwater Area

Who is this activity for?

To volunteer and help clean up the banks of the Lachine Canal, participants should be comfortable walking outdoors, following safety instructions, and using the equipment provided. The activity offered at the Lachine Canal National Historic Site is designed to:

• school groups;
• community organizations;
• companies looking to organize team-building activities;
• groups of citizens wishing to make a positive contribution to the environment in Montreal.

What equipment is provided?

The following equipment is provided to groups during the Lachine Canal shoreline cleanup:

• bags;
• buckets ;
• work gloves;
• tongs for picking up trash;

In addition, Parks Canada team will provide a review of safety instructions and recommended practices to follow throughout the cleanup.

How do I sign up my group for the activity?

Contact our team by email at infocanalqc@pc.gc.ca to learn more about the steps required to register your group for this volunteer activity.