Here's the story of a school garden located in Thurso, Quebec, the birthplace of hockey legend Guy Lafleur. The project was launched in the spring of 2021 by Mélissa Desjardins, an art teacher. School staff, students, and external stakeholders from the community also participated in this project. With the start of the school year, the time has come to take stock. To … [Read more...] about Gardening at School
Urban Agriculture
Un jardin à l’école
L’école Ste-Famille est située à Thurso, ville natale de la légende de hockey Guy Lafleur. Elle vient de compléter la première saison de son jardin scolaire. Ce projet a été lancé par Mélissa Desjardins, professeure d’art plastique. Elle a été épaulée par la participation de membres du personnel de l’école, d’élèves et d’intervenants externes. Avec la rentrée … [Read more...] about Un jardin à l’école
Vermicomposting food waste with Dominique from Werking Worms
The first time I heard about vermicomposting and worm castings (worm poop), I probably had the same reaction as a lot of people: ew! However, when I learned more about it, I quickly realized the full benefits. From a RakeAround perspective (doing more and better with what is around us), I wanted to explore this further. That's how I discovered Werking Worms. It is an … [Read more...] about Vermicomposting food waste with Dominique from Werking Worms
Urban Farming in Dublin with The Gnomes
In 2018, while visiting Dublin, I was introduced to three individuals that embody the concept of hyperlocal food. Discover the story of Martin, Jason, and Shane, aka The Gnomes. See how they're becoming the change they want to see in their community, with their urban micro-farm on the land of the Dublin City University. Urban farming entrepreneurs in their twenties, The … [Read more...] about Urban Farming in Dublin with The Gnomes
How to Build a Greenhouse from Reclaimed Doors and Windows
It all started with a desire to build something and garden year-round in Ontario, Canada. I had just spent the summer gardening after building an elaborate arrangement of potted plants and vegetables on my back porch in downtown Toronto. The cold was on its way and the inevitable end of the planting season. After a week away at a cottage up north, my mother-in-law Christine … [Read more...] about How to Build a Greenhouse from Reclaimed Doors and Windows