Allan Gardens could get a major greenhouse expansion if the city puts in $10M: councillor
A volunteer collective is seeding the idea that free, citizen-led public space is worth growing.
Allan Gardens is at a pivotal moment. The organization is supporting expanded year-round programming, deepening community partnerships, and is on the verge of a transformative greenhouse expansion project that will double the size of the Allan Gardens Conservatory. This once-in-a-generation opportunity will dramatically increase public access to green space, enhance educational programming, and secure the conservatory’s future as a vital civic and cultural asset.
Want to help Friends of Allan Gardens Grow Bigger, Bolder and Better? Then look no further! Friends of Allan Gardens (the Friends) is thrilled to invite dynamic and passionate individuals to join our volunteer Board of Directors. We are seeking a Treasurer to contribute both strategic insight and hands-on support to strengthen our financial systems, transparency, and sustainability.
Check out the super-cute 2025 holiday photos of the Friends of Allan Gardens staff team! Thanks to Mina Markovic of ERA Architects for taking these photos!
The Friends of Allan Gardens has begun to sell Cat Grass seeds which you can sprout at home! Find instructions on how to grow cat grass here.
