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Friends of the Central Experimental Farm


Farm Notes - November 2025


Special Holiday Shopping Edition



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It's that time of year!


With holiday shopping season upon, please consider supporting the Friends of the Farm with your purchases. Funds raised through events, memberships, books and gifts are vital to allow our organization to pursue our important work of fostering public enjoyment and appreciation of Ottawa's Central Experimental Farm. Browse our shopping list below! 


The perfect gift! Bring your family member or BFF along and spring for their fee. You will get to spend some quality time together and you each will leave with a gorgeous wreath.

A book lover on your list?

Look no further!


Cards and books can be picked up at our office or we can arrange shipping.



Pathways to the Trees of the Central Experimental Farm


Our most recent publication - perfect for a frequent visitor to the Arboretum or for someone who wants learn about the collection of trees at the farm.


$23.81 + tax

Blooms: An Illustrated History of the Ornamental Gardens at Ottawa's Central Experimental Farm


Explore the collections of the gardens and learn about their history.


$25.00 + tax

Building Canada's Farm: An Illustrated Guide to Buildings at the Central Experimental Farm


Architecture, history, and stories of life on the farm


$25.00 + tax

Ottawa's Farm: A History of the Central Experimental Farm


A must have for history lovers and those who wish to know more about the farm and its people.


$25.00 + tax

Our Farm in the City


For the children on our holiday gift list. This publication is specifically about Ottawa's experimental farm.


$14.95 + tax softcover

$16.95 + tax hardcover

Notre Ferme en pleine Ville


Maintenant disponible en français, couverture souple.


$14.95 + tax



Greeting Cards


Use our beautiful winter series as your holiday cards. Our spring, summer and fall sets will make perfect gifts. Visit our boutique to see the complete collection.


$20.00 per set of six unique cards or all four sets for $70.00 + tax

A Gift of Membership


Here is a thoughtful gift for someone who appreciates the Central Experimental Farm: take out a membership on their behalf.


Memberships fees are an important source of revenue for the Friends of the Farm. Members are invited to our Annual General Meeting each year and have a direct say in the governance of the organization.

Members and Supporters

We welcome your comments and suggestions on articles, events, activities, and more.

Please contact us at info@friendsofthefarm.ca

or call us at 613-230-3276.



Charitable number: 118913565RR0001


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Friends of the Central Experimental Farm | 613-230-3276 | Building 75 | Central Experimental Farm, 960 Carling Ave., Ottawa, ON, K1A 0C6 | www.friendsofthefarm.ca


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