Vacant Lots Farm Club converts vacant Calgary lots into therapeutic growing spaces.

Welcome to the club, a vibrant community dedicated to the art of therapeutic horticulture and the beautification of our urban landscapes. As a member, you’ll have the opportunity to engage in a variety of enriching activities designed to nurture both body and soul. From tending lush gardens and harvesting organic produce to participating in mindfulness meditation sessions and edible flower arranging, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Our Story

We are a husband and wife co-founding team. Jack is a scientist turned ecological designer and urban farmer. Diane is an experienced interior designer and flower enthusiast with organic vegetable farm experience. Our personal interests, paired with our professional understanding of how things can be thoughtfully designed have laid the groundwork for our vision. We believe we can design a greener, more intentional future while enhancing quality of life in meaningful ways.

When we first met in 2015, we bonded over the shared experience of accompanying our moms through cancer. We experienced the mindful connection and the critical nourishment of growing our own food and flowers in these difficult times. When the Covid-19 pandemic hit, we all watched our world simultaneously unite and crumble. Personally, we experienced loss, medical trauma, and long distances with family. All throughout we found ourselves with a growing reverence for home-grown food, the beauty of flowers, and the simplicity of working with the land. Engaging in these activities was not just soothing but truly healing. Now, we have a passion to create opportunities for others to experience the same.