19 Districts in Ontario
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Aylmer, Dorchester, Dutton-Dunwich, Glencoe, Grand Bend, Ingersoll, Kirkton, Lambeth, London, London-Fanshawe, Parkhill, Port Burwell-Bayham, St. Marys, St. Thomas, Stratford, Strathroy-Caradoc, Thorndale, Tillsonburg, West Lorne, Woodstock.
LOCATION: District 10 spans the counties of Elgin, Middlesex, Oxford, Perth and into Lambton Shores, in the Thames Valley area of Southwestern Ontario. The growing zone in District 10 ranges from 5a to 6b, due to the moderating climate influence of the Great Lakes. With an unique and diverse landscape, District 10 consists of Carolinian Forests, river valleys, meadows, wetlands, fertile farmlands and urban areas.
WHAT WE DO: The District supports the Societies within its borders by hosting leadership training workshops, by empowering participants to create positive change and growth within their Societies, by building knowledge and skills, by exploring common issues and finding solutions, by promoting the protection of the environment, and by encouraging biodiversity and sustainability practices in horticulture.
SOCIETIES: Our Societies welcome you! If you enjoy growing plants or just want to know how to start, contact the Society closest to you to enjoy all the benefits membership has to offer. Many of our Societies offer youth programs and have members of all ages & skill levels. And best of all... it's very affordable to join! To find a Society near you: https://www.gardenthamesvalley.ca/societies-of-district-10/
Societies encourage interest in all areas of horticulture and the protection of the environment by holding general meetings with expert guest speakers; encouraging the planting of trees, shrubs and flowers; promoting healthy eating by growing our own foods; inspiring youth through educational programs; arranging tours and field trips; promoting the spirit of friendly competition in flower, vegetable & design shows; by sharing knowledge and skills, sharing of plants and seeds; and distributing horticultural information.
The joy of gardening is experienced by all age groups and across all skill levels, from youth and first-time home owner gardeners, to experienced gardeners, Master Gardeners and Horticulturalists. Regardless if your garden is a tiny balcony or a sprawling country estate, or somewhere in between, there is something of interest for everyone at a Horticultural Society!
For more information regarding District 10, go to https://www.gardenthamesvalley.ca/
Past Events:
OHA CONVENTION 2021: Thank you to everyone who registered and attended the first-ever virtual 2021 OHA Convention & AGM hosted by District 10 July 16-18, 2021! We hope you enjoyed the experience, and the opportunity to log back in for 6 months following the Convention. Special thanks to Michael Zaigh and his team at Western University Conference Services; Producer's Post Media Craig Davies; our Sponsors; the Marketplace Vendors; the Speakers; the entire District 10 Convention planning team including our volunteers; and of course, to the OHA! It's been an overwhelming success, we're delighted to report! 🙂
DISTRICT 10 highlight video of our Societies by Craig Davies of Producer's Post Inc, London, ON:
DISTRICT 10 HIGHLIGHT VIDEO 2021
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Map It
Title | First/Last Name | Phone | |
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District 10 Director |
Joyce Schlegel |
ohad10districtdirector@gmail.com |
226-926-3332 |
Past District Director |
Dian Chute6> |
dian.chute@hotmail.com |
519-777-2616 |
Assistant Director Elgin |
Jean-Marie Steward |
assistantdirectorelgin@gmail.com |
519-208-0454 |
Assistant Director Oxford |
Linda Holtby |
assistantdirector4oxford@gmail.com,/h6> |
519-485-5256 |
Assistant Director Perth |
Bernice Barratt |
adirperthdist10@gmail.com |
519-273-2955 |
Assistant Director Middlesex |
Pat Graham |
assistantdirectormiddlesex@gmail.com |
226-378-3943 |
D10 Treasurer |
Samm Okolisan |
ohadistrict10treasurer@gmail.com |
519-871-4716 |
D10 Secretary |
Jennifer Prgesa |
secohad10@gmail.com |
519-461-9847 |
Webmaster/Electronic Reporting |
Leslie Whittington-Carter |
ohad10webmaster@gmail.com |
519-494-3282 |
Flower Show Convenor |
Bernice Barratt |
adirperthdist10@gmail.com |
519-273-2955 |
Date/Time | Event name | Location | Description |
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April 27, 2024 | District 10 AGM | Unifor Hall, Woodstock | Hosted by Woodstock Horticultural Society, theme "New Growth on Old Roots" |