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Formed: 2002 Established: 2004
Yarrow Ecovillage
Chilliwack, British Columbia,
Canada
 The twenty-five acre (10 hectare) former dairy farm in Chilliwack, BC, consists of two hectares (five acres) zoned "Ecovillage" and eight hectares (twenty acres) of agricultural Land.
We are creating an ecovillage of up to 35 homes with stores, cottage industries and an organic farm. Ownership and governance is through a cooperative known as the Yarrow EcoVillage Society. Decisions are made by consensus.
The plan is to build an environmentally sustainable community based on cohousing and permaculture principles. Funds will be raised through membership equity, investment shares and revenue from on-site activities. Costs will be met through sweat equity and cash payment. Part of the equity will be shared between members and the rest will form a development fund.
The members are a diverse group with many skills. There are now over 30 members and associates.
Members make decisions on all aspects of the ecovillage. A membership share is $1,000. Individuals not yet in a position to become members may become associates ($200 fee). This fee can later be put toward full membership. Members contribute $20 per month to a maximum of $300. Members may purchase investment shares in increments of $100. Investment shares are the primary means of building equity in the project. Members may also earn sweat equity credits towards a future home or business in the community.
The cooperative is open to new members.
 
Website: http://www.yarrowecovillage.ca
Contact:
42312 Yarrow Central Rd
Chilliwack, British Columbia V2R 5E2 Canada

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Last Updated:9/18/2006
 
Visitors Accepted
 (Limited accomodation is available during the winter months. Work-stays are possible in Spring and Fall)
Visitor Process: Contact us via e-mail at info@yarrowecovillage.ca to arrange a time to visit.
Affiliations: WindSong

Network Affiliations:
Ecovillage Network of the Americas
:: Fellowship for Intentional Community
Population
Adult Members:
36
(6 living on-site)
Child Members:
(3 living on-site)
Open to new adults:
Yes
Open to new children:
Yes
Gender Balance:
50% M 50% F
Open to which gender(s):
All genders welcome
Age Focus:
No Focus
Age Restrictions:
No
Government
Decision Making:
By consensus
Identified Leader:
No
Leadership Core Group:
No
Labor and Money
Financial Style:
Members have independent finances
Labor Contribution:
Expected
(Yes, work partys are held on a regular basis.)
Join Fee:
Yes
($1,000 cdn for a membership share.)
Regular Fees:
Yes
($20 per month to a maximum of $300)
Land and Buildings
Rural
Area:
25 acres (10.1 hectares)
Land Owned By:
The community
(Cooperative ownership.)
Number of Residences:
2
(Two existing farm houses.)
Cohousing:
Yes
(Cohousing and permaculture design.)
Food, etc.
Percentage of Food Grown:
1-5%
Share Community Meals:
1-3 times/month
Dietary Choice or Restrictions:
Diet is up to each individual
Dietary Practice:
Primarily vegetarian
Alcohol Use:
Used occasionally
Tobacco Use:
Seldom used
Social Factors
Shared Spiritual Path:
No
Which Spiritual Path(s):
(We value diversity.)
Educational Style(s):
Other
(All options are open. Community school nearby.)
 
 


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