The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:
Manage WWCs in-house Food Sovereignty initiative, ensuring alignment with Woodland Cree traditional practices and healing objectives
Plan and manage the growth of traditional medicines, vegetables, and other plants within the greenhouse and garden
Develop and deliver educational workshops for participants, teaching them gardening skills and fostering a connection to the land
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The suitable candidate will be able to perform the following duties:
Manage WWCs in-house Food Sovereignty initiative, ensuring alignment with Woodland Cree traditional practices and healing objectives
Plan and manage the growth of traditional medicines, vegetables, and other plants within the greenhouse and garden
Develop and deliver educational workshops for participants, teaching them gardening skills and fostering a connection to the land
Collaborate with participants and staff to integrate gardening as part of the healing journey and promote sustainable living practices
Facilitate to maintain the Greenhouse infrastructure and ensure its operation aligns with the WWCs goals
Maintaining accurate records and documentation, such as watering schedules, planting dates, inventory logs, and basic crop or greenhouse notes, as required
Participate in Food Sovereignty meetings
Some travel may be required to LLRIB outlying communities to help support community-based Food Sovereignty initiatives
Planting, transplanting, potting, and spacing plants
Watering, fertilizing, pruning, and general plant care
Monitoring plant health and reporting pests, disease, or stress
Maintaining cleanliness and organization of greenhouse and garden areas
Assisting with soil preparation, weeding, and bed maintenance
Loading, unloading, and moving plants, supplies, and equipment
Supporting seasonal tasks such as harvesting, storing, preserving, and distributing produce
Following safety procedures and proper use of tools and equipment
Other duties as assigned by Supervisor
The suitable candidate will possess the following qualifications:
Completion of a 2-3 year college program in agronomy, arboriculture, horticulture, landscaping, landscape design or landscape technology is preferred
Experience in gardening, horticulture, or agriculture
A combination of education and experience will be considered
Ability to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, standing, etc
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