If you want to start a new community garden in your neighbourhood, here are some resources we hope you’ll find useful.

Have questions, want help and support through the process?  Get in touch!  We’re here to support you on your journey!

GETTING STARTED

How To Start a Community Garden: A Handbook

How To Start a Community Garden: Recorded Webinar 

10 Steps to Starting a Community Garden – FoodShare

What Makes a Successful Community Garden – FoodShare

Community Gardening Month By Month – FoodShare

SAMPLE FORMS

Sample Term of Reference

Sample Needs Assessment

Sample Agenda for First Meeting

Sample Community Garden Wish List

Garden Site Checklist

Sample Budget Worksheet

Sample Welcome Letter

Spring Registration Meeting

Sample Calendar of Events

Opening and Closing Day Checklist

OTHER RESOURCES

Resources for Housing Providers – Toronto Community Garden Network

Accessibility, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in Community Gardens

Ground Rules: A Legal Toolkit for Community Gardens – ChangeLab Solutions

Garden Coordination and Volunteer Resources

Funding Your Community Garden

GARDEN SAFETY

Thinking About Safety in Community Gardens – Australian City Farms & Community Gardens Network

Checklist for Reducing Health Risks in Community Gardens – University of Maryland

Reusing Potentially Contaminated Landscapes: Growing Gardens in Urban Spaces – US EPA