The City of Richmond is getting 25 rain barrels from Coca Cola in support of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup.
The barrels were converted into rainwater harvesting containers from the concentrate barrels Coca Cola Canada uses in the manufacturing of its beverages.
Although the barrels won't be used in any actual shore cleanup, it's part of the company's effort to engage with communities and promote sustainability.
"The City of Richmond is committed to being a leader in sustainability," said Mayor Malcolm Brodie in response to the gift from Coca Cola.
"Coca Cola Canada's donation helps Richmond residents make our community more sustainable and greener with their own personal contributions through rain harvesting.
"We applaud Coca Cola Canada's efforts in giving back to the community they operate in and encourage our citizens to participate at a clean-up site in Richmond."
Although many of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanups took place on the weekend, there are many more taking place this week.
Log onto www.shorelinecleanup.ca to find out if there's one near you.
In support of the Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup, a total of 125 rain barrels are being presented to five local community groups across Canada by Coca Cola.
"Water is an essential ingredient in our beverages and we recognize our responsibility to protect this resource," said Dan Jeffries, Western Canada vice president, field operations, Coca Cola Canada.
"Nearly 1,000 employees from 30 Coca Cola Canada facilities will be joining community efforts to clean up Canada's shorelines."
