Saturday, April 25 and Sunday, April 26 from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. Discover a vibrant selection of unique annuals and perrenials, many grown at the Abkhazi Garden! Head gardener, Jacqui Paulson will be onsite to share expert tips and inspire your spring planting. Wander through the garden at peak bloom and experience the rich [...]
NEWSLETTER SUMMARY In the March 2026 edition of the Abkhazi E-News, you will find out about our 80th Anniversary Poetry Contest. The winning and shortlisted poems are included in this newsletter. Enjoy a video about the Abkhazi Garden that was created in 2003 and watch Geoff Bird's latest video on the Story Pole that is nominated [...]
Grab your binoculars for a social bird walk at at Blenkinsop Lake Park, one of Saanich's top birding spots. Learn about TLC's work to protect the Blenkinsop Valley's wildlife corridors and connect with fellow bird nerds. No experience or equipment necessary, snacks provided. Queer birders and allies welcome! This event is hosted in collaboration with [...]
Garden entry by donation. Garden open 7 days a week 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. (last garden entry at 4 p.m.) From April 10 - May 20, celebrate Abkhazi Garden's 80th year by visiting during the peak of its stunning rhododendron season. Stroll among century-old rhododendrons, magnolias, azaleas and other rare blooms. Rhodo Rave is [...]
Dear TLC supporters, On behalf of TLC’s Board of Directors and staff, I’m pleased to invite you to our 2026 Annual General Meeting. This year, TLC’s AGM will be held virtually via Zoom video conference on Wednesday, June 24, at 5:30 p.m. Pacific Time. Kindly RSVP by Friday, June 19, to receive the Zoom [...]
SATURDAY, MAY 23| 9:45 a.m. – 12 p.m. ȽÁU,WELṈEW̱/JOHN DEAN PROVINCIAL PARK, NORTH SAANICH From licorice ferns, to vanilla leaf, fawn lily and western star flower, this guided stroll with TLC biologist, Torrey Archer-Anderson, and special guest, Matt Fairburns, will delight curious naturalists and plant-lovers alike. Kindly register in advance. This event is limited to [...]
Ayum Creek Restoration Day Location: Ayum Creek Regional Park, Laidlaw Road, Sooke, B.C. Date: Thursday, June 11 Time: Choose from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. OR 1-3 p.m. volunteer slots! Help restore biodiversity at Ayum Creek Regional Park with TLC & friends! Join our 5+ year periwinkle eradication project and remove invasives like English ivy, holly, and [...]
NEWSLETTER SUMMARY Happy New Year! In the January 2026 edition of the Abkhazi Garden newsletter, read about the New Year Volunteer Appreciation Luncheon event and special acknowledgements to longstanding volunteers. Join us in welcoming the new manager of the Teahouse, Seraphina, and a new Chargé D'Affaires of the Georgian Embassy to Canada, Ms. Salome [...]
A Special Gift for Your Loved One & B.C.'s Wild Spaces Protect B.C.'s most vulnerable ecosystems with your Valentine's day gift Send a personalized Valentine's-themed art card to your loved one and support our mission to protect and restore the biological diversity of British Columbia for present and future generations. In 2026, your [...]
Your gifts made quite an impact in 2025! Seasons Greetings TLC Supporters, From taking small steps towards reconciliation to conserving new places and freeing acres from invasive species, your gifts power the work that TLC does. As always, we are incredibly humbled and inspired by your generous support. Our Winter Fundraiser kicked off on [...]