Our Location
Next FairAfter a long grey winter, there's nothing more exciting than the prospect of spring gardening. Not only do the Island's early spring gardening events mark the beginning of the season of green, they are also a fantastic opportunity to network with others, to learn more about seed saving, sustainability and local food security. Find out more today!
Our Mandate
- To promote rural life and the theories and practices of agriculture;
- To promote public awareness of the role of agriculture in today's society;
- To promote the management and maintenance of the assets of the Shawnigan Cobble Hill Farmers Institute and Agricultural Society on behalf of its members;
- To promote and celebrate the legacy of agriculture;
- To promote and support the education and participation of youth in agriculture.
- To help support children, families and seniors of the South Cowichan area;
- To provide an opportunity for those in South Cowichan to celebrate their local identity and character;
- To celebrate South Cowichan's agricultural roots;
- To showcase the agricultural bounty of the South Cowichan area;
- To showcase the South Cowichan culture, industries and environment;
- To create a greater awareness of the South Cowichan Region;
- To come together once a year to have a great time with family, friends and neighbours.
