ROYAL BOTANICAL GARDENS
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Mission Statement
We dedicate our expertise in horticulture, conservation, science and education – together with our unique gardens, facilities and natural lands – to inspire and nurture society’s commitment to the environment.
About This Cause
Royal Botanical Gardens (RBG) is the largest botanical garden in Canada, a National Historic Site, and registered charitable organization with a mandate to bring together people, plants and nature. Charitable donations help us to: Protect and restore 2450 acres of nature sanctuaries containing environmentally sensitive habitats, where approx. 50 listed species- at-risk have made their home; Teach the public and educate school children about the importance of plants and nature, and how to be environmental stewards in their community; Create display gardens which beautify our region landscape and teach people how to transfer best practices into their own backyard; Host events that celebrate our landscape and highlight our conservation activities (Fishway demonstrations, nature sanctuary guided tours, children's winter exhibits); and Engage in research projects and networks to pursue environmental sustainability; Did you know that RBG: Leads a province-wide "Back to Nature" Network to help kids reconnect with the outdoors; Manages one of the largest freshwater marshland restoration projects of its kind in North America; Since 2006, has been appointed Canada's 'National Focal Point for the Global Strategy for Plant Conservation (GSPC), part of the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity; These and other leadership initiatives could not be undertaken without the support of our members, donors and volunteers.