The Opening Date is May 1st

Several hundred people did us the honour of showing up to our first ever meet n greet this past Sunday. It was wonderful to meet everyone, discuss the future and answer questions…or create some questions…lol

Although John and Lee went over guidelines and such at the event, every member received an email this morning with all the details they need to know regarding the new Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre.

If you are a paid member and did not receive the email, please let use know by sending an email to bgardens@bgardens.ca with the subject line - not on the email list. Only paid members can do this.

If you are not yet a paid member and wish to be, please read through the website where we have the fees and policies and then if interested in joining our fantastic community, please fill in the waitlist form here. BCAC Waitlist — Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre

It may take us a few days to get back to you as we are very busy but we will…

Thanks again to all the founding members of the new Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre!

Final Stages

The final touches are going in! Our parking lot is almost done, and irrigation is fully installed and now going through its final tests – just in time for planting season!

We’re still working through a few email and internet hiccups, so if you’re waiting on your lease or invoice, please email us directly at bgardens@bgardens.ca.
Our new portable washroom lands on May 1st, and next week we’ll be sending out an invite for an on-site Meet 'n' Greet / Q&A Session. We hope to see everyone in their plots and gardening by May!

Thanks again for your patience and support — we're almost there!

Big Progress on the Fields!

Despite a pushback from Mother Nature, things are moving right along at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre!

 The irrigation in the Roots section has been tested and is flowing beautifully. The crew is now hard at work in the Maple section, bringing in some heavier equipment to keep things rolling. As you can see, there's no slowing them down! We’re so excited about how the build of this size is coming along. We’re excited to get growing—literally and figuratively—and we’ve got more good news on the way…

We’re planning a Meet & Greet + Info Session around mid-April, where you can come check things out, ask questions, and connect with the community. (We’re just waiting on the parking area to be ready before we can confirm and send out the official invites.)

So if you’ve got a paid lease—keep an eye on your inbox!

Thanks to everyone for your patience and enthusiasm. The weather is improving, and we can’t wait to grow with you!

Irrigation Progress and Parking Prep – More Steps Forward

With winter leaving us, progress at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre continues at full steam! We’re happy to report successful irrigation testing in the Roots section, marking a big milestone for the site. Seeing the first water flowing through the system was a great moment, and now we’re moving forward with the completion of the Maple and Tuf-Turf sections. Every bit of pipe laid brings us one step closer to a thriving, growing season. Despite the delays caused by recent atmospheric river events, our crew has kept things moving, and the results are starting to show. The land may be wet, but spirits are high. Despite sometimes challenging conditions, we owe the crew a huge thank you for all their efforts.

On another front, the parking area is being shaped and prepared for a fresh chip surface in the coming weeks. This will make access smoother and more reliable for members as we gear up for increased activity on the land.

We’re grateful for the continued patience and support from our community. With each improvement, we're building a space that supports connection, food security, education and local growing — and it’s all happening thanks to you.

Stay tuned for more updates as we move closer to the official kickoff of the season!

Water, Water everywhere…

The Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre is buzzing with activity—especially with the exciting progress happening on our irrigation system! We're thrilled to share that every garden allotment and farm plot will have its very own water spigot, making gardening easier and more enjoyable for everyone.

We're nearing completion of the main water lines, and now the focus shifts to building out all the section lines and individual plot connections. Hundreds of spigots are steadily going in, bringing us closer to a vibrant growing season. Check out these photos showcasing the water lines and spigots as they're currently suspended above ground. Once the work is done, all these pipes will be buried beneath the pathways and roadways, leaving just the convenient spigots accessible at each plot. Stay tuned for more updates—we can't wait to see your farms and gardens flourish!