A wasp sits at the center of a leaf on a Raspberry bush. Ripe and unripe raspberries are in view behind.

Welcome to the Compost Education Centre

Compost and Gardening Education for All.

3-Part Fermentation Series

3-Part Fermentation Series

From vinegar to condiments to veggies - ferment it all, your gut microbiome will thank you.
FREE In-person Workshop: Composting Basics

FREE In-person Workshop: Composting Basics

Learn to make your own backyard compost- a living soil amendment rich in nutrients and micro-organisms!
Bugs in the Garden: the Good, the Bad, and the Merely Ugly

Bugs in the Garden: the Good, the Bad, and the Merely Ugly

Learn how to distinguish common beneficial insects from similar pests
  • Annual General Meeting 2026

    2026 Annual General Meeting Wednesday, June 10 20, 2025 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm At our Annual General Meeting (AGM), staff and board members of the CEC will review the…

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  • Green Valley: Film and Fundraiser

    Join us for “Green Valley: Film and Fundraiser” 🎬🌱 Join us at The Vic Theatre for a special one-night screening of Green Valley, the debut feature documentary from Victoria-raised filmmaker…

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  • Hello from Ashley Higginson

    Hello Community Neighbours! My name is Ashley Higginson, and I am a 4th year Anthropology major with a specialization in Community Engagement under Professor Ryan Hilpert. I am of settler…

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