Hello Reader,

October brings abundant options for taking eco-action, community connection, hands-on learning, and even advanced education!

And just a sec! This is your last call to share your opinions on what EPG should host for fall/winter programs! Thank you to all those who’ve already participated. We’re listening!

Taking Eco-Action

Vote for Community Greenhouse (by October 7)

Our pals over at CHANGE Health Alberta are finalists for the Co-op Next 80 Community Impact Grant - A $50,000 grant decided by co-op member votes! This prize is intended for a community geothermal greenhouse at the CHANGE Center (pssst, this is also the location of EPG’s 2027 PDC Course).

The race is tight, and your vote really counts. Not a Co-Op member? $5 gives a lifetime membership and gives you a vote right away.

Tree Planting Activities

Contribute to a healthier, greener, and more resilient community - everyone is welcome! This is a hands-on tree-planting activity that strengthens our roots in community as well as our environment!

Come prepared for the outdoors with suitable clothing and footwear. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided by our friends at Edmonton Sustainable Fashion Show.

📅 Friday, October 9
🕒 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
📍 Mistatim SWMF​

Connect with Community

Building Adaptation Skills for the Changing Climate Workshop

You don’t want to miss the final installment of an incredible speaker series hosted by the Edmonton Sustainable Fashion Show. This evening’s speakers include

• Jo-Mary, Garden Coordinator with the New Grocery Movement
• Rebecca MacLeod, Founder & Executive Director New Grocery Movement
• Denise Chang-Yen, City of Edmonton Environment & Climate Resilience Team

📅 Friday, October 30
🕒 5:00 - 8:00 pm
📍 Stanley A. Milner Library (Common Room 1 - downstairs)
📝 Free - Register Here​

Gardener’s Discussion Panel - Edmonton Horticultural Society

Get updates from the Edmonton Horticultural Society on the state of gardens after a summer of intense weather, and lessons learned. Free for EHS Members (or $10 at the door).

📅 Monday, October 26
🕒 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
📍 Central Lions Recreation Centre​
📝 Reserve Your Spot​

Battery Creek Trail Walk - River Valley Alliance

Explore Battery Creek Trail together and take in the beauty of the North Saskatchewan River Valley near Devon. The trail here is gentle and suitable for a range of walking abilities.

📅 Saturday, October 17
🕒 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
📍 Battery Creek Trailhead​
📝 $5 pp, Register Here​

Green Drinks at The Buckingham

Green Drinks returns, this time at The Buckingham with everyone’s favourite theme: “FOOD”. Can’t make it? Follow “greendrinksyeg” on Instagram for the location and theme of each meetup on the third-Monday-of-the-month.

📅 Monday, October 19
🕒 7:00 pm
📍 10439 82 Ave (The Buckingham)​

Climate Change, Mental Health & ‘Active Hope’ - Discussion Panel

Join the University of Alberta’s Climate Change + Health Hub and the Alberta Chapter of Climate Justice for a discussion panel and interactive workshop exploring the relationship between climate action, mental health, and hope.

📅 Thursday, October 22
🕒 3:15 - 5:00 pm
📍 University of Alberta - KHRA 2-131​
📝 Registration Form​

Hands-On Education

Garlic Planting Workshop

Join Joan Ramler at the ARAS Community Growing Patch and learn all about garlic planting!

📅 Saturday, October 3
🕒 10:00am - 1:00 pm (Or, Come at 9 am for an additional No-Till Gardening demo)
📍 ARAS Community Growing Patch​
📝 Details and Registration​

Crabapple Preserves - New Grocery Movement

Participants will learn about food safety, how to replicate this easy method at home, and take home a couple jars of crab apple jelly. All tools and supplies are provided!

📅 Monday, October 5
🕒 6:00 - 8:00 pm
📍 Earth’s Refillery Co-op​
📝 $12 - Register Here​

Sauerkraut Making Workshop - OFRE

Discover how fermentation transforms cabbage into a delicious probiotic powerhouse.

📅 Thursday, October 15
🕒 7:00 - 8:30 pm
📍 Elmwood Community League Hall​
📝 $20 - Details and Registration​

Advance Your Education

Dalhousie Master Gardener Program - Alberta

Are you interested in taking your horticultural knowledge to the next level over the winter months? Dalhousie University is offering a virtual Master Gardener Program!

Designed for passionate gardeners, horticulture enthusiasts, and lifelong learners, this flexible program of four comprehensive courses provides in-depth horticultural education. Fully online and self-paced between October 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027.

​Information Here​

EPG Permaculture Design Certificate - 2027

July 19 - 31, 2027

This 10-day intensive design course is taught by Kenton Zerbin - certified International Permaculture Teacher through the Permaculture Research Institute. Early bird pricing is available now and includes group accommodation, meals, Coen Farm tour, some recreation, and of course the 72-hours of instruction and course materials. You’ll come away with your own design and most importantly, community and support that extends beyond the course itself!

​Register Today​

Are You a Member of the Edmonton Permaculture Guild?

Guild membership keeps our workshops running, our events accessible, and our community connected. Join us and help grow permaculture knowledge across Edmonton.

​Membership Sign-up here​

Call for Board Members - Let's Grow!

The EPG is actively looking for additional Board Members! Please get a hold of us if you have the skills to contribute to our Fundraising, Social Media, Community Outreach, and Events Coordination. We look forward to working with you!

We are also building out our active volunteer list. Whether you are interested in helping out at our events or joining our non-profit organization as a member of our Board, we would love to hear from you.

Inquire with your interest to: info@edmontonpermacultureguild.ca​

Have you got an Event or Announcement that you would like to add to our Newsletter?

Email the EPG at: info@edmontonpermacultureguild.ca​

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Wishing you a fulfilling October!

~ The EPG Team