Dr. Maria Strack will deliver a presentation called “Peatlands as natural climate solutions: From global potential to local action” on Wednesday, November 20^th from 1:00 to 3:00 pm at KPU’s Richmond campus.

Professor Strack is a Canada Research Chair at the University of Waterloo. Her research investigates interactions between ecology, hydrology, biogeochemistry and soil properties in wetland ecosystems. She focuses on feedbacks between wetlands and climate by investigating controls on peatland greenhouse gas exchange in natural, disturbed and restored ecosystems.

We’ll cover options that are available for composting without a yard. Surprisingly, there are many, and we’ll discover the benefits and drawbacks to each so you can determine the system that is right for your life & home. We’ll learn about:

-countertop electric food dehydrators & “composters”

-private food scrap pick up, municipal food scrap pick up & proper use of greenbins

-bokashi composting

-worm composting

Bring your questions, we’ll have time for Q & A.

Build Incredible Soil: The Foundation of Thriving Gardens

Join us for an enriching workshop on building and maintaining healthy, nutrient-rich soil—essential for any thriving garden! In collaboration with the Compost Education Centre, BCIA is excited to present this hands-on opportunity to dive deep into the science and practical methods of soil health, guided by expert educator Kayla Siefried.

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Connect, Learn, and Grow with Fellow Agrologists!

Join us for an engaging evening designed to foster both professional growth and social connection. This event will feature a special presentation on current trends and challenges in agriculture, followed by a facilitated discussion to dive deeper into key topics. After the session, attendees will have the chance to network and build connections over light refreshments.

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Resilient Lifestyles: Adapting Your Garden, Home, and Life with Permaculture

As we face the realities of climate change, wildfires, and post-pandemic challenges, resilient lifestyles have never been more essential. Join the Compost Education Centre and BCIA for a transformative workshop with educator Kayla Siefried, where you’ll learn how to model your garden, home, and daily practices after the natural world using permaculture principles.

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Join us for a thought-provoking and interactive session designed to transform the way you approach agrology. In partnership with Salishan Solutions, this webinar will guide you through the principles of decolonization, offering new perspectives and practical tools to reshape your professional practices by integrating Indigenous knowledge and Western science.

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