Preserving Downtown Kingston's Charm: A Collective Responsibility

Maintaining a clean, safe and welcoming environment on the streets of downtown Kingston takes a collaborative effort from many community members and services. We have outlined below how you, as a business or property owner can help as well as the many services that are in place and available for you to access.

There is an influx of vulnerable and street-involved individuals in downtown streets across the nation - many are suffering from mental health and/or addiction challenges, as well as food insecurity, poverty, and homelessness. We are working together with our partners to find short and longterm solutions.

How you can help keep our streets clean

Keep the area outside of your business clean every day:

• Wash down and sweep the sidewalk

• Maintain facade on all sides of your building clean & tidy

• Keep patios tidy and clear of drifting garbage

• Pick up stray garbage on the sidewalk and parking spots

• Clear out gas line area

• Check alleyways for garbage

• Tend to areas close to your location ie. flower beds

Garbage and Recycling in Downtown Kingston

As a commercial business operating within the Downtown Kingston BIA boundaries, there are limited garbage and recycling management resources. Click here for more information.