Participation in the City’s Community Gardens Program is free.
Community Gardens
Grow vegetables, herbs, flowers and other plants in a shared outdoor space at one of the City’s community gardens.
The Community Gardens Program was created in 2012 to give residents access to garden space in City parks. Residents who do not have space at home can apply for a garden bed each season.
Garden Locations
The City operates three community garden sites:
Bayview Heights Community Garden 50 Beds
75 Bay Dr.
Ponton Park Community Garden 21 Beds
251 Dundas St. West
West Hill Community Garden 26 Beds
41 Octavia St.
All beds are raised and provide approximately 40 square feet of growing space.
Apply for a Garden Bed
Residents can apply for a garden bed for the gardening season.
Eligibility:
- Must be a resident of Belleville
- No gardening experience required
Season:
- May to October
How beds are assigned:
- Beds are assigned through a lottery draw each spring
- Applicants not selected are placed on a waiting list
Applications must be submitted each year.
Each garden site includes:
- Raised garden beds
- Water access
- Soil and compost for topping up beds
- Designated garden waste areas
Participants must bring their own gardening tools.
Access times vary by location.
Ponton Park:
- 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., Monday to Friday and Sunday
- Closed Saturdays from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m.
West Hill:
- 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
Bayview Heights:
- 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
Participants must follow program rules to keep the gardens safe and enjoyable for everyone.
Gardeners must:
- Plant their plot within the required timeframe
- Maintain their garden bed and surrounding area
- Use organic gardening practices only
- Remove all materials at the end of the season
- Follow City bylaws and park rules
Gardeners cannot:
- Use pesticides or non-organic fertilizers
- Sell produce grown in City garden beds
- Install fencing or structures without approval
- Plant illegal or prohibited plants
Garden plots that are not maintained may be reassigned.
More Information
For administrative concerns including plot allotment and assignment, applications questions or program suggestions, contact the City’s Community Garden Administrator by email or phone at 613-967-3200 ext. 3224.
For operational issues such as bed repairs, grass cutting or water issues, please use our Report an Issue form online.
For all safety concerns, please contact Belleville Police Service directly by dialing 911 (for emergencies only) or through their non-emergency line at 613-966-0882.
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