Community Garden

Welcome to the City of Dawson Community Garden! 

The City of Dawson Community Garden was established in 2009 and was born from the need to help develop the Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in’s (TH) ‘Tr’inke Zho’ daycare. To aid in this endeavour, the City of Dawson dedicated 3 city lots to help the TH government meet the greenspace requirements necessary to construct. This partnership would not only bring a new and much-needed daycare to life but the Community Garden itself!

Located in the North end of town at 1355 Third Avenue (between Duke and Albert Street); the City of Dawson Community Garden is home to 24 garden plots, a 192 square foot greenhouse, 2 playgrounds, a beautiful arbour with seating and much more!


Why Join Our Community Garden?

  • Grow Together: Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, the Community Garden is a place for everyone. Learn from experienced growers, share tips, and foster a sense of community spirit.
  • Get your greens: Growing your own food is not only fun, it’s also a way to take food security into your own hands. Nothing beats a freshly picked tomato off the vine!
  • Educational Opportunities: The Community Garden isn’t just soil and seeds – it’s a classroom without walls. Join our workshops on sustainable gardening practices, and even cooking with your own harvest.
  • Not Just a Garden: Gather, share, relax, or play! The Community Garden is a space for everyone.

How to Get Involved

  • Sign-up to Grow: Each spring we rent out 24 garden plots, sign-up for the City of Dawson newsletter to stay in the know. 
  • Attend Events: From our annual ‘Seed & Plant Swaps’ to ‘Gnome Painting’ parties, there’s always something exciting happening.
  • Volunteer: Pitch in during community workdays or share your gardening expertise with others.

Connect with Us

Ready to ‘dig in’?  Follow us on our Facebook ‘City of Dawson Community Garden’ for gardening tips, event updates, and workshops! For more questions about the Community Garden email communitygarden@cityofdawson.ca 

Join Us in Growing Something Beautiful

Whether you have a green thumb or are eager to develop one, the City of Dawson Community Garden welcomes you. Together, we cultivate connections, a sense of belonging and stewardship for our environment. Let’s grow something beautiful – together.