Evergreen

Seedy Saturday - Join the Volunteer Team!

Seedy Saturday is a community event celebrating seeds, gardening, pollinators, sustainable local foods and nature!
Sign-up to support this event at the Brick Works on Saturday March 7 from 9:00am-2:00pm.  

Join us for our much-awaited Seedy Saturday, happening on Saturday, March 7 from 9am to 2pm at Evergreen Brick Works!  

It will be a lively day dedicated to seeds, soil, and community connection, happening alongside Toronto’s largest year-round Farmers Market. At Seedy Saturday, visitors can take part in a free seed exchange, browse the garden tool free market (bring garden tools and accessories to share, or take what you need), and connect with local non-profits, community groups, and gardening-related businesses. Whether you’re a seasoned grower or just getting started, from balcony planters to backyard beds, this is a chance to learn from knowledgeable growers and organizations, ask questions, swap stories, and pick up practical tips for the growing season ahead.  

Everyone is welcome to cultivate a shared passion for gardening and sustainable living.  

🌱 At Seedy Saturday visitors will be able to: 

• Swap seeds at our Free Seed Swap! Visitors can bring their own seeds and trade them with our collection! 
• Learn from our exhibitors showcasing their expertise on seeds, native plants, gardening, pollinators, locally grown sustainable foods, and more!  
• Participate in and enjoy gardening and urban agriculture-themed activations including the Garden Tools Free Market!  

We’re looking for a dedicated team of volunteers to support Seedy Saturday and help deliver great visitor experiences. Let’s celebrate seeds, gardening, and community together!  
 

👉 What you bring to the Seedy Saturday team:  

• You have a passion for sustainable gardening and community engagement,  
• You have a natural love of and confidence in engaging with new people,  
• You enjoy supporting workshops, activations, and markets,  
• You are comfortable providing information and giving directions,  
• Strong customer service skills,  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills,  
• You are comfortable working independently and as a team player,  
• You are comfortable standing for long periods of time,  
• Some roles may require volunteers to lift and move up to 25lbs (Take Down Crew),   
• Knowledge or interest in open-pollinated and untreated seeds is a plus! 
   

⏰ When:   

Seedy Saturday will be taking place on Saturday March 7, 2025 from 9:00am-2:00pm.

Volunteers are asked to join us for a virtual orientation on February 19, 6:00-7:00pm.   

📍 Where:  

Seedy Saturday will take place at Evergreen Brick Works (550 Bayview Ave). Specific meeting locations for shifts will be shared during the orientation along with a site map and other helpful resources. Evergreen runs a free shuttle bus from Broadview subway station. The shuttle schedule can be found here on our  website. Volunteers can also take the 28A Bayview South bus from Davisville Station which regularly stops at EBW. Parking is available to staff, volunteers, and visitors on a limited basis. Parking details will be shared at the orientation. Volunteers can also cycle or walk to the Brick Works through the surrounding ravine trails. Click here for more information on how to get here.   

🔎 Good to know:  

• Prospective volunteers will need to attend the virtual orientation on February 19, 6:00-7:00pm to be able to see/sign-up for Seedy Saturday roles and shifts.  
• Shifts times will vary according to the role. Most shifts will take place between the hours of 8:30am-2:30pm.  
• Shifts will be separated into a morning shift (Shift A) and an early afternoon shift (Shift B). Shifts will generally be around 3 hours. 
• We will reach out to onboarded volunteers with updates, reminders, and instructions to help volunteers feel prepared and confident. We are here to support you and ensure you have a meaningful time volunteering with us.  
• We anticipate the site will be quite busy on Seedy Saturday!  

✨ Commitment:  

Volunteers are asked to sign up for at least one shift.  

🌳 How we will support you:  

Once you sign up, our team will contact you by email with next steps including orientation details. Staff members will be supporting you throughout the onboarding process and on Seedy Saturday. We are excited to meet you! 
 

🤝 Perks & What You’ll Gain:  
Not only will volunteers be part of a sustainable and community-driven event, but they'll also have the chance to gain knowledge about various plant varieties and gardening practices. At Seedy Saturday, you will have the opportunity to meet and connect with like-minded individuals, experts, and organizations. It’s a chance to engage in professional development, skill building, and network. Seedy Saturday volunteers can take great pride in knowing they helped to put on a sustainable, nature-focused, and community-driven program for guests of all kinds.  

Seedy Saturday volunteers will also be able to take home seed packages!  

As always, t-shirts (pending inventory), 15% discount on Evergreen Garden Market purchases, and access to the Toronto Attractions Council Reciprocal Program are just some of the many ways we thank our volunteers who contribute 20+ hours in a year.        

📝 If this sounds like you:  Click the “Fill in an application” button at the top right corner of the page. Be sure to include as much relevant information as possible, so we may get to know you better. Once you’ve completed your profile, return to this page and click on the “+ Sign Up” button to apply and join us for the orientation on February 19, 6:00-7:00pm. A member of our team will follow up with applicants to review expectations, ensure a good fit, and provide next steps.   

💚 Already a volunteer?  Log in to your volunteer profile and return to the role posting. Click on the “+ Sign Up” button toward the bottom of the page to apply and join us for the orientation on February 19, 6:00pm-7:00pm.  

Questions? Reach out to Mae at mshibasaki@evergreen.ca or volunteer engagement at volunteer@evergreen.ca  

Accessibility Statement: Evergreen welcomes volunteer applications from persons of diverse backgrounds and is an equal opportunity organization. Accommodation will be provided as required under Evergreen’s Accommodation policy. Please make your needs known in advance.