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Disabled Independent Gardeners Association (DIGA)

The Disabled Independent Gardeners Association of BC (DIGA) provides opportunities for people with physical disabilities to take part in gardening.

Gardening for people with disabilities

www.digabc.org

06/18/2026

Join DIGA for a guided Forest Walk with Grace from Free the Fern Stewardship Society and learn about the native and invasive plant species that shape our local ecosystems.

This accessible outdoor session is a great opportunity to connect with nature, learn about the environment around us, and meet others who share an interest in gardening and conservation.

📅 July 16, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Douglas Fir Teaching Garden, Vancouver

Learn more and register:
https://digabc.org/event/forest-walk/

05/23/2026

A reminder that our Indigenous Medicinal Plants Workshop with LoriAnn Bird is coming up soon 🌿
Come spend an afternoon learning about native and medicinal plants through storytelling, sensory experiences, and community connection.
📅 Monday, May 25
🕐 1–3 PM
📍 Creekside Community Centre – Room 2
Optional group gathering afterwards.
Please register online in advance: https://digabc.org/event/indigenous-medicinal-plants-workshop/

05/18/2026

Join LoriAnn Bird for a gentle and engaging workshop exploring wild, edible, and medicinal plants.

Participants will:
• Explore plants through storytelling and sensory experiences
• Sample selected plants
• Receive a two-page illustrated mind map to take home

LoriAnn’s book Revered Roots will also be available for purchase during the event.

📅 May 25 | 1–3 PM
📍 Creekside Community Centre

Register here: https://digabc.org/event/indigenous-medicinal-plants-workshop/

05/11/2026

Join Indigenous Métis herbalist and educator LoriAnn Bird for an afternoon exploring native and medicinal plants through storytelling and hands-on sensory experiences.

📅 Monday, May 25
🕐 1–3 PM
📍 Creekside Community Centre – Room 2

Participants will sample selected plants and take home a two-page illustrated mind map.

Register online: https://digabc.org/event/indigenous-medicinal-plants-workshop/

04/24/2026

Volunteer Spotlight: Anna Bosgra

Anna is this year’s DIGA Volunteer of the Year and recipient of the George Shipley Award.

She’s been part of both DIGA and BCMOS programs, spending time in the garden and out on the water.

Originally introduced to the Disability Foundation through a friend, she saw volunteering as a way to give back while gaining experience toward her future. She’ll be starting nursing school this fall.

“At the DIGA garden we were able to grow a flourishing jalapeño plant. A week after we harvested it one of the gardeners came back with jalapeño cheddar scones and shared them with the group, which was such a rewarding way to enjoy the garden.” — Anna

“I honestly wish I had known about the Disability Foundation years ago… volunteering with BCMOS was a great way to enjoy something I hadn’t done in years. DIGA taught me lots about gardening and I hope to keep volunteering.”

Thank you, Anna, for being part of the community.

04/20/2026

National Volunteer Week 2026 is here.
From April 19 to 25, we’re taking time to recognize the people who support our programs and make this work possible.
This year’s theme, Ignite Volunteerism, highlights how volunteering continues to shape communities across Canada. At the Disability Foundation and our societies, we see that impact every day through the time, skills, and care our volunteers bring.
Whether it’s building assistive devices, supporting adaptive programs, or helping behind the scenes, each contribution makes a real difference.
Thank you to all our volunteers for everything you do.
Over the coming week, we’ll be sharing a few volunteer stories from across our organizations.

04/16/2026

A great start to the season!

Our Seed Starting Workshop was a wonderful way to kick things off; full of hands-on learning and connection.

Thanks to everyone who joined us. We’re excited for many more workshops to come this season.

04/14/2026

Our free Seed Starting Workshop is happening tomorrow and registration closes tonight at 10 PM.
We’ll cover simple, practical tips and you’ll leave with your own seedlings to take home.

🗓 April 15
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Creekside Community Centre– Room 2

All supplies are provided.

🔗 Register now before it closes:
https://digabc.org/event/seed-starting-workshop/

04/02/2026

🌱 Ready to start your gardening season?

Join DIGA’s free Seed Starting Workshop on April 15 and learn simple, practical tips for starting seeds at home. Whether you're new to gardening or looking to refresh your skills, this session is a great place to begin.

🗓 April 15, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM
📍 Creekside Community Centre

All supplies are provided. Just bring a small box to carry your seedlings home!

🔗 Register: https://digabc.org/event/seed-starting-workshop/

03/24/2026

🌱 Interested in gardening but not sure where to start? Join DIGA for our first workshop of the 2026 season! This free, hands-on workshop will cover simple seed starting techniques, seed sprouting tips, and succession planting to help you plan your growing season.

All gardening supplies and seeds will be provided. Just bring a small box to carry your seed starts home!

📅 April 15, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM (PT)
📍 Creekside Community Centre – Room 2

🔗 Learn more and Register:
https://digabc.org/event/seed-starting-workshop/

Address

110-2285 Clark Drive
Vancouver, BC
V5N3G9

Website

http://www.digabc.org/

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