Upcoming Workshops:
March 6 - 9, 2026:
Cultivating Hope Through the Lens
of Regenerative Agriculture
For Teachers!
March 21 - 22, 2026:
Citrus & Avocados in Canada!
Pushing the limits with
Sustainable and Regenerative Systems​
Workshops at The Garden offer participants a unique opportunity to learn about a wide range of techniques used in sustainable and regenerative food production. Jane Squier shares key knowledge acquired as a grower for over 40 years; in Alberta's foothills (Zone 3B), tropical Papua New Guinea, and the coastal Mediterranean climate of British Columbia. The Garden integrates different technologies to create low-input, energy efficient and regenerative growing environments. The participants will learn practical and cost effective approaches to apply in their own projects through a series of presentations and hands-on activities.​
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Topics include:​
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Extending the growing season: Learn techniques for growing sub-tropical fruit in Canada with minimal inputs.
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Creating protected environments: Key considerations for building and maintaining greenhouses and other plant-friendly spaces.
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Maximizing your resources: Explore cost-effective options for venting, heating, glazing, and nutrient management.
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Building healthy soil: The 6 principles of regenerative agriculture for restoring and maintaining vibrant soil and plant health.
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Tracking your progress: Simple methods to assess soil and plant health, from microscopy to worm counts.
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Cycling nutrients on-farm: Practical methods for creating composts, teas, and extracts using Johnson-Su bioreactors, anaerobic digestion, and vermicomposting.
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Harvesting water: Effective systems for rainwater catchment and filtration.
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Enjoying the bounty: Sharing ideas for canning, dehydration, and inspired cuisine using your home-grown fruit.
Participants will leave with a deeper understanding of what it takes to create a healthy and manageable growing environment with a useful list of resources to continue to develop knowledge, skills and appropriate plans.
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Weekend workshops take place at The Garden on Salt Spring Island. Lunches and snacks are provided as well as dinner Saturday evening. Workshop attendance is limited to provide a productive learning environment.
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March 6 - 9, 2026
A Workshop for Teachers!
Cultivating Hope Through the Lens
of Regenerative Agriculture
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March 21 - 22, 2026
Citrus & Avocados in Canada!
Pushing the limits with
Sustainable and Regenerative Systems
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