General Meetings of the Herb Society of Manitoba are usually held at the Canadian Mennonite University, South Campus - 600 Shaftesbury Blvd. (south of Grant) in Conference Room A01. Meetings start at 7:00 p.m. and are generally held on the third Monday of each month except July, August and December. There is the odd exception to the third Monday rule and the location so check the schedule below. Information is added regularly, so check back often.
Meetings generally begin with a brief presentation of Herb Society business, then there is a short break. The Hospitality Committee provides herbal goodies for everyone to try during the break. Right after the break, the speaker begins their presentation. Sometimes the order is reversed depending on the speaker and topic. Upcoming speakers are listed below.
If you have questions, or you want to volunteer at meetings or events, please feel free to contact us at: herbs@herbsocietymb.com.
Yan's journey began in China, but her heart found its home in Canada 26 years ago when she came to pursue her studies. Fifteen years ago, she proudly became a Canadian citizen, deeply captivated with the country's beauty and warmth. A lover of travel, cooking, gardening, and cherished moments with family, Yan's earliest memories are infused with a profound connection to nature. Her reverence for the environment led her on a transformative path, where she became a fervent advocate for wildlife conservation and sustainable living practices.
Eight years ago, Yan's life took an extraordinary turn during a visit to the Winnipeg Monarch Festival. Inspired by the plight of the Monarch butterfly, she and her family embarked on a mission to save these iconic creatures from extinction. Through their butterfly garden, they've released thousands of Monarchs into the wild and generously distributed milkweed and wildflower seeds and plants to foster their survival.
Join us as we embark on a journey of discovery and conservation with Yan. Together, let's learn, grow, and make a difference in the world of butterflies and beyond.
To assist in our ongoing effort to be environmentally friendly, please try to remember to bring your own mug for your herbal tea.