Colwood Community Garden

In this age of Doordash immediacy, it is easy to lose sight of where healthy food comes from. On the other hand, many people are spending more time at home exploring cooking, crafts and gardening. The Colwood Community Garden gives people of all ages the opportunity to learn and experience the satisfaction and joy of growing food, cooking together and sharing a meal they have prepared. Sowing seeds to deepen understanding The garden is a place of learning where we are reminded we live on the traditional lands of the Coast Salish people who grew their food here and hunted and fished in this area for generations before us. With assistance from First Nations Elders, a new Pollinator and Indigenous Plant Garden will feature roots, berries, flowers and shrubs that have been mainstays of First Nations health and healing. Reaching into the community Several of the beds are dedicated to growing food to share with those in need, through the Living Edge Food for the Hungry program. Other plots are teaching gardens where students get hands-on learning about nature, plants, gardening and growing. Bringing people together This garden has brought families, friends and neighbours together to set up their garden plots, sow seeds, tend their plants and share knowledge about nature, gardening and preparing healthy food. It gives older folks and youngsters a reason interact in ways they may not otherwise have had the opportunity to. It’s a reminder of the many benefits to growing our own food – saving money on groceries, eating healthier, supporting each other, spending time in nature, gaining a sense of accomplishment and enhancing our overall wellness. Learn more at colwood.ca/ CommunityGarden