Winnipeg’s Giveaway Weekend returns | CTV News [Video]

Winnipeg declutterers rejoice.

Giveaway Weekend is fast approaching, with a chance to unload your unwanted but reusable items to new homes.

In a news release, the city said the annual weekend is slated to run from Sept. 14 to 15.

Evan Duncan, chairperson of Winnipeg’s standing policy committee on water and waste, said the weekend is about more than decluttering – it’s about diverting waste from landfills.

“I encourage residents to take time to go through their belongings and consider whether or not it can be rehomed. This is another way Winnipeggers can do their part to protect the environment,” he said in a news release.

Those who want to join in should place unwanted household items at the curb on their front street. Each item should be labelled with a ‘Free’ sticker or sign.

Winnipeggers are also reminded to store items out of sight that they do not want to give away, …