Community Events for Sustainability and Food Security in Edmonton
OFRE events
Join us for hands-on workshops and engaging events in Edmonton, from food preservation and tree care to community fruit gleans and sustainability discussions. There's something for everyone passionate about local food and a greener future.
Explore Our Upcoming Events
At Operation Fruit Rescue Edmonton (OFRE), our events are all about hands-on learning, community connection, and empowering Edmontonians to grow, harvest, and preserve local food.
Our lineup includes a rich mix of workshops, classes, and gatherings—both in-person and virtual. From fruit tree pruning and grafting basics, to apple maggot control strategies, to the art of canning, fermenting, and cider pressing, each event is designed to help you master practical skills for sustainable living in our Zone 3 climate.
You’ll find lively social meetups like Green Drinks, seasonal preservation sessions, backyard orchard care workshops, wild foraging excursions, and more. Whether you’re nurturing your first fruit tree, looking to rescue surplus produce, or simply want to connect with like-minded folks passionate about food security and waste reduction, there’s always something new to learn and experience with OFRE.
Led by OFRE experts, guest instructors, and local sustainability leaders, our events offer friendly, hands-on training for all skill levels. You’ll leave with knowledge you can use—and a stronger connection to Edmonton’s growing food community.
Check back often—our schedule is always evolving! Or better yet, join our free membership list to be the first to hear about new workshops, socials, and learning opportunities. Plus, if you’re passionate about our mission, there are always ways to get involved as a volunteer and help build a greener, more resilient Edmonton.
Planting, Growing, and Caring for Fruit-Bearing Bushes and Trees in Edmonton
Discover how to plant, grow, and care for fruit-bearing trees and bushes that thrive in Edmonton's unique Zone 3 climate. This hands-on event delivers practical tips, local insight, and the confidence to build your own backyard food supply.
OFRE Annual General Meeting (AGM)
OFRE’s Annual General Meeting is your chance to shape the future of food rescue, preservation, and community in Edmonton. Join us May 25 for updates, elections, and a salad potluck full of fresh ideas and good company.
Two-Day Wild Mushroom Foray on the Pembina
Calling all mycophiles, foragers, and the mycocurious! Spend a weekend wandering the woods, hunting fungi, and sharing riverside meals with the Institute for Contemplative Ecology. Two days, two locations, one unforgettable mushroom foraging adventure.
