Water, Water everywhere…
irrigation spigots for every farm and garden going in at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural centre in march 2025
The Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre is buzzing with activity—especially with the exciting progress happening on our irrigation system! We're thrilled to share that every garden allotment and farm plot will have its very own water spigot, making gardening easier and more enjoyable for everyone.
We're nearing completion of the main water lines, and now the focus shifts to building out all the section lines and individual plot connections. Hundreds of spigots are steadily going in, bringing us closer to a vibrant growing season. Check out these photos showcasing the water lines and spigots as they're currently suspended above ground. Once the work is done, all these pipes will be buried beneath the pathways and roadways, leaving just the convenient spigots accessible at each plot. Stay tuned for more updates—we can't wait to see your farms and gardens flourish!
Building Access & Irrigation – The Work Continues!
New driveway construction happening at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre in Saanich BC
It’s been a busy month at the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre as we keep pushing forward on key infrastructure. One of the biggest milestones? Getting the new driveway in place! Culverts have been going in, and soon we’ll have proper access ready to welcome the farmers and gardeners who will be growing with us.
At the same time, we’ve also started installing the irrigation system—a crucial step in making sure the land is set up for success. Big thanks to Wes-Tech for supplying the materials to help get this system up and running.
With each step, we’re getting closer to opening, and it’s exciting to see everything take shape. More updates to come soon—stay tuned!
If you are not already signed up for our waiting list, make sure to fill out the form!
Breaking Ground: Blenkinsop Agricultural Community Centre Takes Shape!
The team starting the layout for the Blenkinsop Community Agricultural Centre
Despite the chill in the air and damp winter weather, exciting progress is underway at the Blenkinsop Agricultural Community Centre! With a brand new tractor secured and construction officially begun, we're laying out the foundational elements that will soon welcome a thriving community of farmers and gardeners.
Our team has been hard at work marking out the 5x10 allotments, half acre plots, roadways, pathways, and key infrastructure—plus installing essential deer fencing to protect future crops. The goal? To have eager growers on-site and ready to start planting by March 1st!
If you're ready to dig in and be part of this unique agricultural project, we invite you to join the waitlist. Spaces are limited, so sign up today and grow with us!
Stay tuned for more updates as we transform this vision into a vibrant, collaborative farming space!
