BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Embark Sustainability Society - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Embark Sustainability Society X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Embark Sustainability Society REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20250309T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20251102T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20260308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20261101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20270314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20271107T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260109 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260110 DTSTAMP:20260426T132708 CREATED:20260107T103928Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T104758Z UID:10000876-1767916800-1768003199@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Deadline to Apply: Garden Works & Stewardship Volunteer DESCRIPTION:GROW WITH US\nOpportunities\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Garden Works & Stewardship Volunteer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Type: Volunteer (honorarium available)Location: SFU – Burnaby CampusReports to: Gardens Manager \nSessions: \n\n\n\nShifts: ~1.5 hours weekly on Thursdays from 11:00AM to 12:30PM\nLocation: Learning Gardens located behind Maggie Benston Centre. Location may be subject to change\, but all sessions will occur at SFU – Burnaby Campus.\n\n\n\nDuration and Dates \n\n\n\nMandatory Detailed Training: Thu\, Jan 15\nFirst Work Session: Thu\, Jan 22\nLast Session: Thu\, March 12\n\n\n\n \nApplication Deadline: 11:59PM PST on Friday\, Jan 9\, 2026. \n \n APPLY HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n Embark Sustainability is a resource hub empowering SFU students on their sustainability journeys through dialogue and transformative action. Our mission is to create a hub that empowers and resources SFU students and allies in their sustainability journeys. We serve transformative communities by centring anti-oppression\, decolonization\, and equity in impactful programming\, events\, and initiatives. Through this work\, we spark dialogue and drive action to dismantle oppressive frameworks within institutions and our interconnected climate and food systems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Role\n The Garden Works & Stewardship Crew is responsible for supporting the build\, movement\, installation\, and improvement of Embark’s garden infrastructure. While most gardening roles focus on planting and tending\, this crew focuses on the physical work that makes growing possible – moving soil\, relocating structures\, organizing spaces\, and supporting long-term site improvements. You will learn tool-use\, teamwork\, and hands-on sustainability practices while creating thriving student food spaces. \n \n \n \n \n \n Responsiblities\n In this role\, you will be tasked with the following: \n\n\n\nComplete onboarding training to ensure safe and confident participation in all activities.\nInfrastructure Removal & Disposal: Removing\, organizing\, and properly disposing of planks of wood\, plastic pallets\, landscape fabric\, metal rods\, and lava rocks.\nSoil Transfer & Bed Preparation: Transporting soil across sites and distributing it into garden beds at Embark’s Learning Gardens\nTree & Element Relocation:\n\nRemoving trees from boxes\, triming roots\, relocations and transplanting into new garden areas\nAssisting with the relocation of other garden structures (e.g.\, Little Library\, solar panel\, raised garden beds).\n\n\nGarden Organization: Cleaning and arranging garden sheds and storage boxes to maintain a safe and efficient workspace.\nWater System Support: Assisting with the installation of self-watering systems at the SUB Learning Garden.\nGeneral Labour: Shovelling\, wheelbarrowing\, lifting\, and site clean-up.\n\n\n\nPlease note: Additional labour tasks may be assigned as needed to support site needs and project progress. \n \n \n \n \n \n Qualifications\n The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications: \n\n\n\nAvailability at SFU Burnaby on Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM.\nCurrently an SFU undergraduate student\, graduate student\, or Embark associate member.\nWillingness to perform physical labour tasks.\nA desire to work with an engaged team of people\, and to be comfortable working outdoors in all conditions.\nInterest in sustainability\, food systems\, and community spaces.\nAll materials are provided; just bring your energy\, garden gloves\, a water bottle\, and weather-appropriate clothing.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Perks Upon Program Completion\n After successful completion of the program\, volunteers will receive: \n\n\n\n$200 Honorarium (Issued at the end of the program after verifying attendance\, onboarding completion\, and active participation)\nCo-Curricular Credit (CCR): A valuable credential for job and grad school applications.\nReference Letter: From the Gardens Manager or Director of Engagement (upon request).\nKnowledge and Skills: Experience developing practical garden infrastructure/worksite skills\nStrength\, connection\, and real satisfaction in seeing your impact on campus spaces\n\n\n\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Honorarium Details\n After the final session\, an honorarium of $200 will be awarded to each volunteer that meets all of the following requirements: \n\n\n\nAttendance of at least 8 of 9 weekly sessions\nCompletion of onboarding and training\nActive participation and communication regarding absences\nTasks completed safely and respectfully\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Accessibility\n Sustained\, physical labour is central to this role; however\, we are happy to accommodate where possible. If you have access needs or questions about job tasks\, please email us at gardens@embarksustainability.org before applying. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To Apply\nPlease review this posting in full. You will need to provide your contact information and complete the application form below by the registration deadline on Friday\, January 9 at 11:59PM. \nPlease note that only successful candidates will be invited to join the Garden Works & Stewardship crew on . If you have any questions\, please contact Embark’s Gardens Manager at: gardens@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ready to apply?\nFill out this form\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you want to go back to Opportunities?\n \n Send me back\, Please\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nSTAY UPDATED\nNever miss what’s going on at Embark Sustainability\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Success! You'll hear from us soon 🙂\n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/deadline-garden-works-stewardship/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Learning Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Website-Banners-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260130 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260131 DTSTAMP:20260426T132708 CREATED:20260107T104502Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T114323Z UID:10000878-1769731200-1769817599@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Deadline to Apply: Garden Plot Rentals DESCRIPTION:GROW WITH US\nOpportunities\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Garden Plot Rental\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Type: Garden Plot RentalLocation: SFU – Burnaby CampusRental Management: Gardens Manager \nPlot type: 1 x outdoor garden bed (12 sq-ft)Rental fee: $20 \nRental period options: \n\nRemainder of current season: until Jan 31\, 2026\nFull year: Feb 1\, 2026 – Jan 31\, 2027\nSpring/Summer: Feb 1\, 2026 – Aug 31\, 2026 (group use only)\n\nRegistration Deadline: 11:59PM PST on Fri\, Jan 30\, 2026 \n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n Embark Sustainability is a resource hub empowering SFU students on their sustainability journeys through dialogue and transformative action. Our mission is to create a hub that empowers and resources SFU students and allies in their sustainability journeys. We serve transformative communities by centring anti-oppression\, decolonization\, and equity in impactful programming\, events\, and initiatives. Through this work\, we spark dialogue and drive action to dismantle oppressive frameworks within institutions and our interconnected climate and food systems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Plot Rentals\n If you’re looking to grow with us across semesters\, we offer low-barrier plot rentals on an annual basis for individuals and groups\, providing access to space\, soil\, tools\, and support. It’s a great way to create campus downtime away from screens and cement\, reflect and reconnect with nature\, or build community with your union or club. \nProduce from unassigned plots is distributed back to students through Embark’s Community Kitchens\, Food Rescue program and other food security initiatives on SFU campuses. \n \n \n \n \n \n Rental Details & Fees\n Renters will be assigned up to 1 outdoor garden bed (12 sq. ft.). \nThe cost of a plot rental is $20. Please note that this is a non-refundable fee that applies to all rental period options. \nWhat does your rental fee cover? \n\n\n\n1 garden plot\nWater from hoses\nSoil amendment\nCommunal gardening tools\nGardening support from Embark’s Garden’s Manager\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Plot Request Process\n Step 1: Fill in Registration Form \nStep 2: Attend an in-person meeting with the Gardens Manager \nStep 3: Sign the Plot Rental Agreement and Liability Form \nStep 4: Pay the NON-REFUNDABLE plot rental fees. \n \n \n \n \n \n Plot Assignment\n Garden plots are assigned from highest to lowest priority according to the list below\,  subject to availability: \n\n\n\nReturning gardeners-in-good-standing who want the same plot\nReturning gardeners-in-good-standing who want a different plot\nAssociated gardeners who want the same plot\, where the member is in-good-standing but does not wish to return.\nAssociated gardeners who want a different plot must join the waiting list\nNew Gardeners\nPrevious gardeners that did not meet the member-in-good standing requirements. Their return is at the discretion of the Gardens Manager. You will get an invitation for an in-person meeting with the Garden Manager if and when a garden bed becomes available.\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n To Register\nTo apply\, please review this posting in full. You will need to provide your contact information and complete the application form below by the registration deadline on Friday\, January 30 at 11:59PM. \nPlease note that only successful candidates will be invited to rent a plot. If you have any questions\, please contact Embark’s Gardens Manager at: gardens@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ready to apply?\nFill out this form\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Do you want to go back to Opportunities?\n \n Send me back\, Please\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nSTAY UPDATED\nNever miss what’s going on at Embark Sustainability\n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Success! You'll hear from us soon 🙂\n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n Email\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Subscribe URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/deadline-garden-plot-rentals/ LOCATION:BC CATEGORIES:Learning Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Website-Banners-4.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260306T160000 DTSTAMP:20260426T132708 CREATED:20260221T233353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260221T234155Z UID:10000900-1772805600-1772812800@www.embarksustainability.org SUMMARY:Garden Workshop: On the Way to Full Bloom DESCRIPTION:Garden Workshop: On the Way to Full Bloom\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Date & Time\n Fri\, Mar 6\, 20262:00 PM – 4:00 PM PDT \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Location\n Burnaby Learning Garden (Maggie Benston Field via Science Rd.) \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join our Gardens Manager\, Pablo Vimos\, for a hands-on workshop on the best tips and tricks for indoor seed-starting! If you want to enjoy fresh\, homegrown produce this spring\, look no further. This experience will guide you through four methods of seeding cool crops like broccoli\, cabbage\, cauliflower\, kale\, lettuce\, pak choi\, and spinach. Plus\, you’ll leave with: \n\nStarted seeds to nurture at home  🌱\nPrinted guides with step-by-step instructions 📖 \nExtra seeds to keep your garden growing 🎁\n\n\nAGENDA \n\nRegistration\nWelcome & Land Acknowledgment\nSeed Starting Approaches\nGarden Planning\nHands-on activities\nWrap up & Closing\n\nThis workshop is open to all experience levels and physical abilities\, so come ready to dig in\, learn\, and set yourself up for a thriving garden season! \nSpots are limited\, so sign up now to kickstart your garden with confidence! \n \n \n \n \n \n Land Acknowledgement\nThis event takes place on the unceded homelands of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Sḵwx̱wú7mesh Úxwumixw (Squamish)\, səlil̓ilw̓ətaʔɬ (Tsleil-Waututh)\, and kʷikʷəƛw̓əm (Kwikwetlem) Nations.\n \n \n \n \n \n ABOUT THE FACILITATORS\nPablo Vimos (he/him)\nPablo is an organic master gardener with a degree in Landscape Ecology. He has been managing Embark gardens for a decade\, facilitating hands-on activities on how to grow food\, plant and maintain gardening beds\, and build wildlife habitats. He loves sharing his knowledge to help others start their gardening journey.\n \n \n \n \n \n Event Accessibility\nEmbark Sustainability events are free and open to Embark Sustainability members which includes Simon Fraser University undergraduate and graduate students\, as well as Embark Sustainability Associate Members. \nThis workshop will be held outdoors at the Burnaby Learning Garden (Maggie Benston Field\, via Science Rd.)\, SFU Burnaby. Accessibility details include: \n\n\n\nEasy access from Science Road.\nIf weather conditions are poor\, this workshop will be held indoors at the Embark Studio\, room #1310 of the SUB\, SFU Burnaby.\nAll materials will be provided to participants.\nUnfortunately\, we cannot provide ASL interpretation at this time.\n\n\n\nWe aim to make our events accessible to as many of our community members as possible. If we can take further action to make this event accessible to you\, please contact Embark Sustainability’s Director of Engagement at engagement@embarksustainability.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Health & Safety\nParticipants who register are agreeing to release Embark Sustainability Society from any liability related to COVID-19. Masks are optional but encouraged.\n \n \n \n \n \n Community Agreement\nBy registering to attend this event\, you are agreeing to be respectful when listening to and communicating with others\, and be mindful of the space you are taking up amongst your peers. \nEmbark Sustainability does not tolerate violence or aggression against others on the basis of race\, ethnicity\, place of origin\, sexual orientation\, gender identity\, religious affiliation\, or ability. Please also refer to people using the introductions they provide and do not assume pronouns/gender/knowledge based on someone’s name or appearance. \nIf these agreements are broken by someone\, we will have to ensure the safety of our community members by removing them from the event.\n \n \n \n \n \n Questions\nIf you have any questions about this event\, please contact Pablo\, Embark Sustainability’s Garden’s Manager at gardens@embarksustainability.org.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register for this Event\nGET REMINDERS & EVENT DETAILS NOW URL:https://www.embarksustainability.org/event/garden-workshop-06-03-2026/ LOCATION:Embark Sustainability’s Burnaby Learning Garden\, Science Road\, Burnaby\, BC\, Canada CATEGORIES:Embark Sustainability,Learning Garden ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.embarksustainability.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GW-2026-banner.avif GEO:49.278127;-122.919355 X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Embark Sustainability’s Burnaby Learning Garden Science Road Burnaby BC Canada;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=Science Road:geo:-122.919355,49.278127 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR