Who Are We?
(co-founders of the PHS)
Founded in 1997 by Gordon and Doris Strathy, the Petawawa Horticultural Society (PHS) is a non-profit organization within Petawawa, Ontario.
With over 250 members, we are an enthusiastic group of volunteers who share an avid interest in gardening and are dedicated to the beautification of the town.
The PHS is affiliated with the Ontario Horticultural Association, District 2.
Our goal is to cultivate an interest in horticultural within the community. As a group, the society develops flower beds, plants trees, maintains community garden plots for member usage, contributes to the Millennium Trail project, contributes to the beautification of the Home Fires Park on CFB/ASU Petawawa, Limestone Park and other parks around Petawawa.
Social Media (non-board role)
Born and raised in
The Society adheres to the revised Constitution of November 14, 2022.
Board of Directors
STANDING COMMITTEES
| Memberships | Lois O’Brien |
| Community Gardens | Jack van Gemeren |
| Social Media | |
| School Program | Lois O’Brien / Jack van Gemeren |
| Webmaster | Theresa Airdrie |
ADHOC COMMITTEES
| Christmas Dinner |
| Trillium Awards |
| Plant Sale |
| Trivia Night |
| Silent Auction |
| Calendar |
| Yearbook |
| Planters |
| 2024 Fall Advisory |