We are a non-profit organization with charitable status providing composting and ecological gardening education to CRD residents. Our core funding is generously provided by the CRD. The Centre is located on the land of the Lekwungen People – specifically the Esquimalt and Songhees Nations – who are one of several within the unceded Coast Salish Territory.
Our Mission
The Victoria Compost and Conservation Education Society promotes:
- composting
- organic gardening
- conservation
- local food production
- urban sustainability
Our Mandate
The Compost Education Centre encourages composting & conservation through :
- public education programs
- demonstration site
- telephone hotline
- society memberships
- volunteer program
OUR Services
We provide a wide range of services to Capital Regional District residents, including:
- Compost Hotline – 250-386-WORM (9676)
- Free educational literature
- Interactive site tours, workshops, and presentations
- Programs for elementary and high schools
- Teaching garden and compost demonstration area
- Volunteer Training Program
- Community Outreach
- Compost Education Centre membership & newsletter
- Composters & related products for sale
- Straw bale classroom
- Resource library
We are open:
Wednesday to Saturday
10am – 4pm
1216 North Park Street
Victoria BC, Canada V8T 1C9
250.386.WORM (9676)