Friends of the Central Experimental Farm

06/18/2026

We are happy to report that many of these roses are now in bloom in the Explorer Rose Garden at the Ornamental Gardens in the Experimental Farm.

In honour of National Public Service Week, discoveries, innovations and achievements are presented which were made possible by public servants.

https://www.federalretirees.ca/news/june/a-hardier-rose-would-smell-as-sweet/

06/16/2026

Spaces still available!

Come to learn more about two celebrated women who worked at the Central Experimental Farm. Isabella Preston gained international recognition for her creations in plant hybridization and ornamental plant breeding. Over 26 years at the Central Experimental Farm, she introduced almost 200 hardy hybrids...

06/16/2026

06/09/2026

Please join us at the 2026 Annual General Meeting.

The Board of Directors of the Friends of the Central Experimental Farm (FCEF) cordially invites you to attend our 2026 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 2:00 pm. An informal social will follow the meeting. Membership in FCEF is not required to attend; however, only current F...

06/05/2026

https://friendsofthefarm.ca/events/2026-tree-tour-nature-vs-nature-inside-the-arboretum/

Location: The tour will start at the parking lot at Fletcher Wildlife Garden. Note: this is a different starting point than usual. Parking is limited but additional paid parking can be found in the Museum of Agriculture lot on the west side of Prince of Wales Drive - See map below. The event will pr...

05/30/2026

Last Day of Used Book Sale - Sunday May 31

PRICES CUT IN HALF!

Pocket Paperbacks for $1
Hard cover and trade cover books for $2
Cookbooks and Gardening books - 2 for $1
Children’s and Young Adult books cheap!!!
Many free books! 📕 📚

05/28/2026

Back by popular demand! The used book sale is taking place this weekend (May 30 and 31).

Find great used books at bargain prices, and support the Friends of the Farm!

PS - Book prices will be further reduced on Sunday afternoon.