The North Bay Heritage Gardeners are a local, non-profit organization made up of over 250 volunteer gardeners dedicated to maintaining and enhancing the ornamental gardens along the Lake Nipissing waterfront. We welcome volunteers of all skill levels – no prior gardening experience is required – and we offer free educational sessions to help you build your skills and grow your gardening knowledge.
Our gardening season typically runs from May to October, depending on the weather. Volunteers garden as part of a team, with each team caring for an assigned garden bed under the guidance of a Team Leader. Most teams meet once a week for approximately 1-2 hours, making it a great way to spend time outdoors, meet new people, and help keep our waterfront beautiful.
Whether you are interested in joining a garden team, volunteering with a group, or getting involved in another way, you can explore the sections below to learn more.
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VOLUNTEER GARDENING OPPORTUNITIES
- Heritage Gardener
- Team Leader
- Executive Committee member
- Guest Gardener
Heritage Gardeners are essential team members who actively participate in the care and maintenance of our garden beds, contributing to planting, cultivating, and sustaining the gardens throughout the season. While they work under the guidance of team leaders, their hands-on involvement is crucial to the success of the organization’s garden management efforts.
Team Leaders help with the design, planting and maintenance of the waterfront garden beds and coordinate their team’s gardening activities. The Team Leader attends the annual spring meeting and maintains communication with team members.
Executive Committee Members are the leaders responsible for guiding the strategic direction, decision-making, and overall policies of our organization. Committee members attend monthly meetings, coordinate the execution of the gardening season, and are responsible for planning our many events, including our annual Volunteer Appreciation Symposium.
BEYOND GARDENING
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The North Bay Heritage Gardeners are committed to fostering growth and innovation through the dedication and passion of our volunteers. Our Executive Committee is always seeking new members to contribute their expertise and help shape our future initiatives. Whether you’re interested in advising on strategic decisions, or taking an active role in one of our specialized committees—such as Education, Design, and more—there’s a place for you to make a meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about our mission and want to collaborate with like-minded individuals, we invite you to contact us to get involved.