Happy new year from the Abkhazi Garden! In this January 2025 edition of the Abkahzi E-Newsletter, you will learn about TLC celebrating 25 years of community support, appreciation of our volunteers, a new entrance to our garden, a new development in our hood and much more. February is around the corner and Jacqui looks [...]
Did you miss the 2024 charitable giving deadline? Worry not! To mitigate the impacts of the four-week Canada Post mail stoppage, the federal government intends to amend the Income Tax Act to extend the deadline for making donations eligible for tax support in the 2024 tax year, until February 28, 2025. This comes as welcome [...]
In the November edition learn about Abkhazi finances, who gets "high" in the garden, generous donations, wheelies and meet some of our fabulous new volunteers. Festive Market The Abkhazi Garden Festive Market will happen again for two weekends in December on December 14-15 and 21-22 from 11AM - 4PM. Support the garden [...]
We are pleased to announce the release of the latest edition of the LANDmark newsletter, where you can stay informed about our latest conservation and restoration events. Learn about our new 2025-2029 Strategic Plan and ways we are already implementing it. Read about sustainability initiatives at Abkhazi Garden, upcoming Passport to Nature events, ecological restoration projects, [...]
Help transform our 180 foot driveway into a mobility-friendly walkway! From our 60 volunteers, to our visitors from around the world, Abkhazi Garden is beloved by the thousands who enjoy the space each year. Artists, horticulturalists, historians, photographers, musicians, school groups, senior citizens, families, lovers, and diplomates all find something special within our unique heritage garden. [...]
September 2024 Newsletter In the September 2024 edition of the Abkhazi Garden newsletter will learn about the Abkhazi Heritage District, how well we are doing with Fall Plant Sales, who sang at our International Day of Peace event and why our handyman, Jim is happy. You will also meet the granddaughter of Muriel Mackenzie [...]
Read about the 3rd Annual Volunteer Appreciation BBQ (televised by CHEK News) and wonderful volunteers in the July edition of the Abkhazi Garden Newsletter. Plus, information about Yoga in the Garden classes and the "Artists in the Garden" fundraiser event.
In this May 2024 edition of the Abkhazi Garden Newsletter learn about the garden's legacy volunteers and read updates on the April spring plant sale, bee hives, and new Abkhazi Garden logo. Plus, discover the March photo contest winner and runner-ups!
We are pleased to announce the release of the latest edition of the LANDmark newsletter, where you can stay informed about our latest conservation and restoration events. Dive into insightful updates from our dedicated staff members, showcasing our ongoing efforts to preserve and protect the environment. Stay connected with our mission and be inspired to [...]
In the February edition of the Abkhazi Garden Newsletter read about the celebration of 15+ year Abkhazi Garden volunteers, visits from a member of the Victoria and Pacific Horticultural College students, the return of Prince Abkhazi's grandfather clock, and winter's unforgettable moments.