March 13, 2020 -- this event has been CANCELLED. Join us for a dual book launch with textile artist Lorraine Roy and poet Greg Kennedy, SJ. They will read from their new books Woven Woods and Reupholstered Psalms. Both books will be available […]
Imperatives for the future of the earth with Rony Lec This event has been CANCELLED. Rony Lec is one of the world’s leading experts in permaculture and Indigenous knowledge (read more here). He has spent the last 20 years teaching […]
Facilitated by Matt Soltys Whether you have a single fruit tree or a small home orchard, this workshop will cover the basic elements of season-round fruit tree care from an organic perspective, with an emphasis on summer pruning. While pruning […]
Facilitated by Matt Soltys Whether you have a single fruit tree or a small home orchard, this workshop will cover the basic elements of season-round fruit tree care from an organic perspective, with an emphasis on summer pruning. While pruning […]
A Reflective Walking Experience Inspired by the recently published, award-winning book, Amazing Friendships between Animals and Saints, enjoy a 5km reflective walking experience on the beautiful Ignatius Jesuit Centre land. Following the well-worn paths on the property, you will explore […]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wEDD092j4WU Visit the Ignatius Farm Community Gardens and Community Orchard for self-guided tour on September 14 between 4:30-6:30 pm. Staff members will be on hand to answer your questions. Once at Ignatius, follow the blue signs to Loyola House Retreat […]
Facilitated by Matt Soltys Whether planting one fruit tree or a small orchard, there are many things to consider. As we enter the season where we vision and plant next year’s plantings, this workshop will discuss pollination requirements and compatible […]
Facilitated by Matt Soltys The Ignatius apple orchard is in a process of transitioning into a diverse community orchard, with new plantings of chestnuts, hazelnuts, a half dozen types of berries, and more. As we diversify the species we also […]
Wholistic Restoration: A braided journey toward a more sustainable and reciprocal relationship with Mother Earth and each other. This four-part series will be presented by both Indigenous and non-Indigenous practitioners in ecology, land-based education, and research. Together, we will strive […]
Facilitated by Matt Soltys & Heather Lekx It's orchard planning and pruning time and we need your help! The beloved orchard at Ignatius is transitioning into a collectively-run community orchard, and you're invited to join in planning the 2022 season. […]
