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SUMMARY:BC Native Bees Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join DIGA for a workshop about BC native bees with Kristen from the Native Bee Society of BC. \n\n\n\nLearn about the different types of bees found in BC and how they support healthy gardens and ecosystems. We’ll also talk about seasonal forage guides\, bumblebee ID cards\, and overwintering habitats. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a hat and water\, as it may be warm that day. \n\n\n\nAn optional group gathering will follow the workshop. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate: Wednesday\, July 22\, 2026Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMLocation: GF Strong Courtyard Garden4255 Laurel Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 2G9  \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease register online in advance.
URL:https://digabc.org/event/bc-native-bees-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Forest Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join DIGA for a forest walk and information session with Grace from Free the Fern Stewardship Society.  \n\n\n\nThis guided one-hour forest walk will explore native and invasive plant species while offering a chance to learn more about the local forest environment. Participants are invited to join an optional group gathering afterwards. \n\n\n\nPlease bring a hat and water\, as it may be warm that day. \n\n\n\nThe trail and meeting point are fully accessible. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, July 16\, 2026Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMLocation: Douglas Fir Teaching GardenEast of 3530 Swansacre\, South Vancouver\, V5S 4J8 \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease register online in advance.
URL:https://digabc.org/event/forest-walk/
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SUMMARY:Indigenous Medicinal Plants Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join DIGA for an engaging workshop exploring wild\, native\, and medicinal plants with LoriAnn Bird. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThrough storytelling and hands-on sensory experiences\, participants will explore connections between people and plants. Selected plants will be available to sample during the session\, and participants will receive a two-page illustrated mind map to take home. \n\n\n\nAn optional group gathering will follow the workshop. \n\n\n\nLoriAnn’s book\, Revered Roots: Ancestral Teachings and Wisdom of Wild\, Edible\, and Medicinal Plants\, will also be available for purchase during the event ($30 by cash or e-transfer). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nDate: Monday\, May 25\, 2026Time: 1:00 PM – 3:00 PMLocation: Creekside Community Centre – Room 21 Athletes Way\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Y 0B1 \n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease register online in advance: \n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://digabc.org/event/indigenous-medicinal-plants-workshop/
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SUMMARY:Seed Starting Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Location: Creekside Community Centre – Room 2Address: 1 Athlete’s Way\, Vancouver\, BC \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJoin DIGA for our first workshop of the 2026 season. \n\n\n\nThis free hands-on session will focus on simple\, practical ways to get started with seed starting at home. We’ll talk about seed sprouting tips and tricks\, succession planting\, and what participants might like to grow during the 2026 season. \n\n\n\nThe workshop will also include easy seed-starting methods\, including paper towel germination and other beginner-friendly approaches. Whether you’re new to gardening or already have some experience\, this will be a welcoming way to start the season. \n\n\n\nAll gardening supplies and seeds will be provided. Participants are encouraged to bring: \n\n\n\n\na small box or container to carry seed starts home\n\n\n\nseeds to share\, if they would like\n\n\n\n\nRegistration\n\n\n\nPlease sign up online in advance. \n\n\n\nRegistration deadline: Tuesday\, April 14\, 2026\, at 4:00 PM \n\n\n\nAccessibility / format notes\n\n\n\nThis will be an in-person workshop. Depending on final confirmation\, there may also be a short guest contribution on seed-starting tips. \n\n\n\n\nRegister for this workshop
URL:https://digabc.org/event/seed-starting-workshop/
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