Comox Valley Growers & Seed Savers is focused on conserving local plant diversity by encouraging people to grow heritage and non-hybrid food crops. Think of it as a community of gardeners committed to organic food production and seed saving, preserving varieties that might otherwise disappear while building local food security.

The group meets monthly to share knowledge and experiences, covering both successes and failures in the garden. They run workshops on topics like insects and gardening techniques, organize garden tours, and facilitate seed exchanges where members swap seeds to diversify what they’re growing. They also hold plant sales and put on Seedy Saturday, an annual event that brings together growers and seed savers from the region.

Beyond the practical seed-saving mission, it’s a knowledge-sharing community. Members exchange tips, recipes, and experiences to help each other grow food more effectively. If you’re into gardening, especially organic or heritage varieties, or curious about seed saving, they’re actively looking for volunteers and new members. The emphasis is on community participation rather than expertise, so you don’t need to be a master gardener to get involved.