Composting Basics

December 12, 2024


What is the recipe for compost success and why does composting matter? This workshop will explore the answer to these questions, and will offer instructions on what it takes to produce an amendment for your garden that is rich in beneficial microorganisms and nutrients! We’ll cover the 6 factors for composting success, how to choose the best composting system for your needs and how to increase the rodent resistance of your compost pile. 

Posted in Adult Education, Workshop

Secret Life of Seeds (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


Discover the evolution of the seed, break open a seed to explore its anatomy, and experience seed adaptations in real time. This 1-hour workshop is a combination of hands-on activities, science experiments, and a presentation packed with regionally specific information, fun facts, and more. Students will walk away with a new understanding and appreciation of the amazing roles seeds play in our ecosystems. 

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

Exploring Citizen Science (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


Learn how to be a citizen scientist and conduct a biodiversity survey near your school using iNaturalist to help identify, categorize and publish your findings.  

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

Under the Microscope: Living Soil (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


Join us for an eye-opening microscope-based workshop where we will examine soil on the smallest scales, observe the multitude of microbes it contains and explore vital biodiversity under our feet. 

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

Vermicomposting: Worm Bin Harvest (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


This hands-on workshop brings the compost cycle full circle while students get their hands dirty harvesting their worm bin and finding lots of other critters along the way.  

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

Vermicomposting (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


Worm bins are an ecosystem and composting system all in one! Dive deep into the world of composting and worm anatomy with the option to keep a worm bin for your classroom.  

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

Composting Basics (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


Learn the basics of successful composting, the various techniques used to compost, and the importance of soil to our society and the earth. 

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

Sustainability Site Tour (Grades 9-12) 

November 27, 2024


Dive deep into the world of composting, native plants and pollinators, veggie gardens, aquaponics, and more with a guided tour of our Teaching Gardens and Demonstration Site. The tour offers a look into real-life applications of sustainability practices and encourages discussion, critical thinking and reflection. 

Posted in Child & Youth Workshop, Workshop

We’re open for sales & online workshops! Click here to learn more.

May 27, 2020


Screenshots of Chris teaching a sheet mulching tutorial
Chris teaches an online sheet mulching tutorial

The Compost Education Centre office is currently closed, but staff are on site for contactless sales Wed-Sat, 10am – 4pm and we have instructional workshops online at various times (check our Eventbrite page for more details).

 

We sell composters, composting accessories, online workshops, memberships (which include a free workshop and 10% off at select local shops), seeds and native plant knowledge cards.

 

Give us a call, 250.386.WORM (9676), to place your order and arrange a pickup time at our gate

 

As always, feel free to peruse our fact sheets for info about everything from best practices for urban gardens to how to DIY your own greenhouse.

 

Regretfully, we do not sell worms or compost from our site currently.

Compost on!

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March 26, 2020


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