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National Garden Day, which began in April 2014 after former MP Malcolm Allen introduced a bill in the House of Commons, is a nation-wide celebration of the important role gardens play in Canadian communities. All gardens, whether they’re large or small, public or private, present a valuable opportunity to learn about environmental sustainability.

Although National Garden Day takes place each June on the Friday before Father’s Day, a series of activities and events planned over the entire weekend encourages garden enthusiasts, families, and schools to get out and enjoy the beautiful gardens their communities have to offer. This year’s garden days run from Friday, June 17, to Sunday, June 19.

Nutrients for Life Foundation Canada is a proud supporter of gardens and the Canadian agriculture industry. In the weeks leading up to National Garden Day, the foundation is getting involved on social media to spread the word and encourage others to do the same. Share pictures of your home or school gardens with Nutrients for Life on Twitter at @N4LCanada. You can also follow the foundation for helpful gardening tips, more information about National Garden Day, and advice on how to bring a learning garden to your school.

Nutrients for Life’s learning gardens continue to educate youth about the integral roles gardening and agriculture play in food production. Gardening and soil science are an important part of a well-rounded education. By planting and maintaining a garden, Canadian youth discover what is involved in food production — and they get hands-on experience in existing curriculum subjects such as chemistry, biology, and math. Gardening fosters patience, teamwork, and leadership skills, while equipping youth with the qualities they need to become leaders in their communities.