Environment & Sustainability
Mission's commitment to environmental stewardship is evident through the adoption and revision of the Environmental Charter.
Updated in 2022, the Environmental Charter 2022-2027 outlines a comprehensive 5-year action plan addressing climate change, promoting resilient communities, and safeguarding ecosystems. The City actively joined the Provincial Local Government Climate Action Program in 2022, securing annual funding of approximately $200,000 to support the Charter's initiatives.
Explore the Environmental Charter 2022-2027. [PDF/6.2MB]
Local Government Action Program Survey Submission 2023
To fulfill program requirements, the City submitted the Local Government Action Program Survey Submission 2024 and the Local Government Climate Action Program Attestation Form. [PDF/291KB] Access the 2023 [PDF/178KB] Survey here [PDF/178KB] and 2022 Survey here [PDF/174KB].
Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP)
The City's commitment extends to the development of the Community Energy and Emissions Plan (CEEP), aiming to enhance resilience, energy efficiency, and renewable energy use. The CEEP addresses key questions about the city's energy goals and strategies.
Engage with Environmental Stewardship Programs
Since 2012, the Litter Buster Club has been inspiring kids aged 4 to 12 to take action against litter and learn about its harmful impact on the environment. Sign up to receive a complimentary litter-picking kit by visiting the Mission Environmental Stewardship Society’s website.
The MESS Adopt-a-Block Program has been helping keep Mission clean since 1994. You can join the program by committing to cleaning a street, park, trail or stream, in your neighbourhood. MESS provides all the supplies you need, so you can litter pick when it works best for you. Apply to adopt your neighbourhood by visiting the Mission Environmental Stewardship Society’s website.
South Coast Conservation Program – Nature Stewards Program
Explore the South Coast Landowner Stewardship Program, empowering landowners to play a role in enhancing wildlife habitat. Report any concerning materials to the City’s Fire Department at 604-820-3793 or 604-820-3794.
Connect with Mission Environmental Stewardship Society (MESS)
Volunteer with the Mission Environmental Stewardship Society, an organization dedicated to waste diversion and anti-litter initiatives in Mission. Become a General Volunteer to take part in monthly Pop-Up Group Cleanups. If you're part of a community group or non-profit organization, apply for a Fundraiser Cleanup and earn $400 for your group. Applications are due by January 31 for Spring Fundraiser Cleanups and by July 31 for Fall Fundraiser Cleanups.
Get involved with Mission Environmental Stewardship Society here.