All About Allspice
Learn all about allspice! Allspice is an evergreen tree that produces small, aromatic berries that are dried and used as spice. You may have had allspice over the holidays in your ham glaze or your gingerbread cookies!
Floral Narratives: Fleurs de Villes at The Leaf with a Spotlight on Indigenous Culture
The Leaf is thrilled to be hosting Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE in the new year! In an interview, we chat with the designers crafting the 15th foral mannequin, which will honour the Indigenous history of Assiniboine Park.
Beneath the Bark: Connecting the Cork Oak to Sustainability
With the holiday season just around the corner, you may be looking for ways to celebrate while still taking care of our planet. One thing you can do is participate in our cork recycling program.
A Man with a Heart for the Park: Hartley Richardson
Recently, We honoured the founding chair of the Assiniboine Park Conservancy, Hartley Richardson, with a tribute in front of The Pavilion. The transformation of Assiniboine Park into what we know today would not have been possible without his dedication.
Unveiling Celebration: A Festive Tapestry of Traditions at The Leaf
It's the most wonderful time of the year! Embrace the season with us at The Leaf with our holiday show, Celebration. Carmen Grey, our horticultural operations coordinator, shares the significance woven into our holiday display.
Conservation by the Numbers 2023
Our Conservation & Research team works year-round on a variety of projects here at the Zoo and out in the field. Here are a few highlights of what this team has been up to over the past year.
