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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.
Summer Fruit Tree Pruning

Summer Fruit Tree Pruning

Learn how to properly prune fruit trees and vines in the summer
Free Online Workshop: Composting Basics

Free Online Workshop: Composting Basics

Learn to make your own backyard compost- a living soil amendment rich in nutrients and micro-organisms!
  • Urban Ecosystems & Monthly Giving

    We are having an exciting 2026! And I want to take a moment to uplift Kayla, the Compost Ed Centre’s Education Director, and her work with the urban gardens program. …

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  • Minimize Waste at Market Events

    This document offers guidance on managing waste sustainably at farmers’ markets across British Columbia. It draws on the Compost Education Centre’s experience in waste management and reduction education at events,…

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  • 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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