Earth Day 2026 at LU

Join us for Earth Day activities on the Thunder Bay campus and around town on April 22. 

Campus Clean Up
12 to 4 p.m. - Join anytime in that window

  • Enjoy some time outside while helping us clean up our beautiful campus!
  • Check in at Lake Tamblyn by Faculty Lounge / Cafeteria for materials
  • Registration is appreciated, walk-ins are welcome!
  • We highly recommend you bring a buddy (or your whole unit!)
  • Supplies (gloves, bags, litter pickers, sharps box) will be provided, but feel free to bring your own gardening gloves
  • Dress for the weather
  • Host: LU Office of Sustainability, with support from EcoSuperior and Physical Plant
  • Questions? email Rachel Portinga, Sustainability Coordinator, rporting@lakeheadu.ca

Opening Reception - Northwest Climate Gathering 2025 Artists Residency Show 
2:30 to 3:30 p.m.

  • Thunder Bay Art Gallery, 1080 Keewatin St 
  • Open to the public, free 
  • Show will be up at the Gallery April 21 - 29, 2026. 
  • Host: Northwestern Climate Gathering 
  • Sponsor: Northern Credit Union 

Earth Day Celebration
6 to 8 p.m. 

  • Centennial Conservatory, 1601 Dease St 
  • Movie: The Lorax, Popcorn, Tour, Crafts and Activities
  • Bring your Water Bottle
  • Open to the public, family-friendly, free.
  • Co-Hosts: City of Thunder Bay, Northwest Climate Gathering, LU Office of Sustainability 
Earth Day campus clean up