In 2017 the BeetBox cooperative was founded by a group of young farmers who saw the value of coming together to grow good food. These original founders ((David Mazur-Goulet, Lise-Anne Léveillé, Jeremy Colbeck, and Catherine Wallenburg) created BeetBox as a co-op where the the farm is owned and democratically managed by its members. That means the farm is committed to creating good jobs for farmers.

When the founders of BeetBox came across the former Riverglen farm in the National Capital Greenbelt, they knew this was a special place. For decades, 230 Davidson’s side road has been an ecological haven for both biodiversity and community. It is surrounded by protected forests and wetlands and has a history of farmers growing with sustainable methods. It also has a special place in the heart of West Ottawa!

By renting a farm in the greenbelt from the National Capital Commission, our farm has the unique opportunity to be neighbors with those who eat our food. We benefit from our quick access to a main thoroughfare, Carling Road,  as well as a network of biking, walking & skiing trails surrounding the farm. The wetlands & forest that surround the farm make it a great place to visit for both people and wildlife!

Following the success of our CSA (vegetable subscription program), Beetbox expanded in 2020 with new members Janice Ashworth, Angela Plant and Scott Lessard. Together this new team started a seedling sale and Community Farm program for gardeners, and a farm store and events for the community. We welcome visits to the farm which is right down the road from Bells Corners, Kanata North, Crystal Beach and Brittania.

We hope you come out to see how special our farm in the City is! This farm has good roots!