Garden Volunteering at Garden@Kimbourne
About the event
An opportunity to come together as a group and support Garden@Kimbourne, a volunteer-driven permaculture project growing food and community in Toronto’s east end. Half of what’s harvested goes to local food banks, the rest is shared among those who grow it.
New and experienced gardeners welcome. Typical tasks include:
✦ Watering, weeding, harvesting
✦ Pruning, sowing, transplanting
✦ Removing invasive species
✦ Mixing soil and compost
✦ Sign painting and light carpentry for raised beds
✦ Tasks may vary depending on the garden’s needs that day
We’ll also pick up some permaculture basics along the way (natural growing techniques, chop and drop composting, and how to pair plants that help each other).
How to join
Two quick sign-ups, just basic info and the agreement required:
Step 1: Register with Toronto Joy: https://torontojoy.org/register/ (if done, move to step 2)
Step 2: Complete the Garden@Kimbourne form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfvCkKFCzh-stiSgEw3rCKaa_bFmU4yIP9Fv_cGcnWuc8hxwg/viewform?pli=1
Step 3: Click the register button on this page to confirm your spot
We’re looking for 6 to 10 people for this first event. If you sign up, please do so with the intention of attending.
Good to know
✦ Gloves and tools are provided
✦ Closed-toe shoes recommended, though it depends on the task
✦ Bring your own water
✦ Meeting point: side lawn of Kimbourne Park United, 200 Wolverleigh Blvd, Toronto, ON M4C 1S2
✦ Parking: street parking
Hope to see you there!
