Gardening nourishes the body, calms the soul, and saves on household costs. The simple act of nurturing tiny seeds into something edible by summer's end gives us something lovely to look forward to. As Audrey Hepburn once said, "To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow." Updated July 2020.

The Varsity Community Garden (VCG) is a volunteer-managed community garden that promotes sustainable gardening practices, innovative garden-based learning, and environmental conservation. All our gardeners and volunteers are registered members of the Varsity Community Garden Club (VCGC) and are required to have a Varsity Community Association Membership. We have 36 plots for individuals to rent, and several group plots. There are 2 common herb gardens shared by the group and several flower pots that are tended by volunteers to make them flourish. Gardeners are asked to sign up for at least ...

The Valley Ridge Community Garden is a beautiful green oasis in our community. We welcome you to visit the garden, sit among the plants, and enjoy quiet time.The community garden was built in 2011 by Valley Ridge residents to encourage novice and seasoned gardeners to grow plants, knowledge and friendships. The community garden consists of 32 raised garden boxes available for rent each year, a large herb plot, four corner benches with flower boxes and a raised stage which faces the west. The garden is located by the ice rink and main playground near Valley Meadow Close. The garden boxes rent ...

The University of Calgary Campus Community Garden is an inclusive place for everyone to share, learn and apply best practices for supporting healthy ecosystems through sustainable agriculture. The garden is a collaborative effort of the Office of Sustainability and the University of Calgary Garden Club.Updated July 2024.

In 2007, the Unitarian Church of Calgary achieved recognition as a "Green Sanctuary". Being a Green Sanctuary is one of the ways we work toward a vision of healthier, more sustainable future.Green Sanctuary is now a standing committee. Its goals are:To build awareness of societal environmental issues among UnitariansTo generate commitment for personal lifestyle changesTo motivate Unitarians to community action on environmental issuesTo build a connection between spiritual practice and environmental consciousnessTo build awareness of and rectify environmental injustices.Among other activities, ...

Mission:To construct and maintain a community garden in Tuscany that allows neighbours to grow together to reduce our impact on the environment, help educate our children about where food comes from and further enhance a sense of community in Tuscany.Vision:By growing together, we improve our connection to the natural environment and one another. The community garden demonstrates the core values of the group:Environmental Conscientiousness (sustainability/green)Community (Family, Socializing, Welcoming Spirit)Education (Share Knowledge, Personal Growth, Gaining New Skills)Social ...

The St. Barnabas garden was founded in 2011 with the intention of sharing our south facing land with others in the community, instead of nurturing expensive and environmentally unfriendly lawns. The area has an ideal micro climate for vegetable growing and, with the help of a grant from a generous parishioner, 18 raised beds were built. These are rented to members of the local community on a first come first served basis. There are also communal beds where vegetables and flowers are grown for the enjoyment of church members and gardeners alike. Fruit trees have been espaliered along the south ...

The Silver Spring Community Edible Garden was an initiative by the community members of Silver Springs. The community garden project was initiated in November 2009 by a handful of community volunteers. The main goals of this community edible garden are:Creating a pesticide free edible gardenEducating the young and the old on gardening, water preservation and the natural worldCreating a sense of communitySharing with those in needUpdated July 2020.

A Scenic Acres survey in 2016 indicated that residents would like to have a community garden but it took until 2021 for a dedicated volunteer to bring this garden to fruition. The garden serves the residents of Scenic Acres who must have a community association membership to join. Folks in other communities are welcome to join if they purchase a membership. Updated July 2024.

Our purpose is to grow the love of gardening and community. We serve the residents of Sandstone MacEwan. If you wish to join us you must become a member of the community association.