Two volunteers in the Norquay Food Forest. One volunteer is holding a pitchfork and looking at a black cat resting on the ground. A volunteer is in the background kneeling and weeding plants.

Gardening Offsite Volunteer (#CD2025-04)

Program Description:

At the Norquay Food Forest, we are working to restore and maintain the community greenspace. The Norquay Food Forest is a space for the community to come together to grow native plants, food and medicine. Our goal is to maintain the space for future use to host workshops, walks, and celebrations for the community.  

Number of volunteers needed: 4

Programs supported by the Norquay Food Forest include:

  • Community Care Harvest Box
  • Community Fridge
  • Garden Workshops
  • Food Forest

Day(s) and Time:

Once a week on Wednesdays, approximately 2 hours, between

2 pm to 4 pm. Hours flexible and subject to change.

Support needed from June to September/mid-October.

Location: Norquay Food Forest Garden, 2732 Horley Street. Vancouver

Duties:

  • Planting, Weeding, Watering, Harvesting
  • Washing and storing produce
  • Caring for tools and equipment
  • Early spring clean-up and late fall clean-up
  • Building small structures (cold frames, trellises, etc.)

Requirements:

  • All experience levels of gardening are welcome
  • Criminal Record Search for vulnerable sectors required
  • Ability to lift to 20lbs

Benefits:

  • Make a difference in our community and learn about gardening, veggies seasons, and food security
  • Gain experience and enjoy interacting with the community and CNH

If you are interested in volunteering, please complete your registration form on our website available here or visit our locations to complete a printed form.