CGR Gardens
Join a CGR
Community Garden
Community Garden Roots manages multiple gardens across British Columbia. As we strive to build a garden for everyone, we welcome garden bed applications. Please fill out the form and we will connect with you when a garden bed is available.
We acknowledge with deep gratitude that the garden locations are located and impact the lives of nations across British Columbia and Turtle Island.
CGR Community Gardens
Surrey
South Surrey Community Garden
Located within an automotive dealership parking lot in South Surrey, this temporary community garden serves as a vibrant example of placemaking. Through the thoughtful use of vacant land and in partnership with White Rock Volkswagen, this garden not only provides access to growing fresh food for over 23 families but also cultivates a sense of community and connection.
In partnership with White Rock Volkswagen and Urban Systems Foundation, this project took shape in 2022. This 64-raised-bed community garden was brought to life through design, construction and ongoing coordination. The collaborative effort to complete the garden build in one day was made possible by the contributions of volunteers, garden members and community partners. From the design to ongoing management, this temporary Community Garden Roots space represents a shared commitment to community engagement and food access.
To learn more about how your company can build a garden on underutilized and vacant land, download our marketing package.
Surrey
Holly Park Garden Coordination
The City of Surrey’s policy and practice audit highlighted that Queen Elizabeth Meadows, situated in a low-income neighbourhood, struggled with garden governance, coordination and community engagement. CGR supports through engaging a dedicated garden executive committee; increasing community participation; and fostering a sustainable and independent community garden.
Holly Park Community Garden is located in the Guildford neighbourhood. Located within Holly Park which features amenities such as a playground, pool, daycare and basketball course, this garden has over a 35-person waitlist and is in high demand.
This 30-raised-bed allotment-style garden includes a custom-built seating area, community board and three communal plots.
Surrey
Queen Elizabeth Meadows Coordination
The City of Surrey’s policy and practice audit highlighted that Queen Elizabeth Meadows, situated in a low-income neighbourhood, struggled with garden governance, coordination and community engagement. CGR supports through engaging a dedicated garden executive committee; increasing community participation; and fostering a sustainable and independent community garden.
Queen Elizabeth Meadows Garden is located in the Whalley neighbourhood. Conceptualized by students and teachers at Queen Elizabeth Secondary in 2017, the neighbouring school, this garden is seven years old.
This 30-style allotment plot garden is older but includes a bee garden, a picnic table and a community board. This garden has continued to gather interest due to the recent densification of the surrounding neighbourhoods.
