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The Official Toronto Bonsai Society page! (To become a Member, please visit http://torontobonsai.org/ & use the Contact tab.) directly from Japan.

The Toronto Bonsai Society, formed in 1964 and one of the largest outside Japan, is devoted to the learning, practice and teaching of the horticultural techniques and artistic principles of the ancient art of bonsai. Through our regular meetings, workshops, lecture and exhibitions we promote interest in bonsai and general awareness of this fascinating hobby. At our monthly meetings, bonsai techniq

ues are taught to beginners. At least once a year, the club invites a bonsai master from the United States, Europe or Japan for a series of lectures, demonstrations and workshops that will also be of interest to the experienced bonsai growers. Regular meetings consist of a beginners' lecture, and a hands-on workshop conducted by senior members. Plant material for the workshops is usually provided by the club, but participants can also bring in their own material. Members receive the club's monthly publication, Toronto Bonsai Society Journal, and can borrow books and videos from our extensive library. Members may purchase tools and supplies from the club, and participate in orders of tools, wire, pots, etc. Every year the Toronto Bonsai Society organizes exhibits in the spring and fall. For these events members are encourages to display their trees. Meetings are held at 7 pm at the Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Avenue East at Leslie Street, on the second Monday of every month, except in July and August, when informal get-togethers are arranged i members' gardens. You are invited to attend a Monday night meeting at no charge, for you to see if you re invested in becoming a member.

04/05/2026

🌿 April is here — and so is bonsai season.
We've got a packed calendar full of workshops, events, and experiences for our members. Here's what's coming up:
🚗 Nursery Crawl @ Ray's April 4 | 8AM–4PM
🌲 Koji Half-Day Shimpaku Workshops April 11
AM Session - 8:30AM - 12:30PM
PM Session - 1:00PM -5:00PM
✂️ Koji Half-Day BYOT Workshops April 12
AM Session - 9:00AM - 12:30PM
PM Session - 1:00PM - 4:30PM
🌳 Koji Full-Day BYOT Workshop April 13 | 9AM-5PM
🎤 Monday Members Meeting ft. Special Guests Koji & Gerald April 13 | 7PM–9PM
🏺 Private Pot Collection Sale (Registered Guests Only) April 19 | 10AM–2PM
🪵 TBS Yamadori Collecting Trip April 25 | 9AM–2PM
📚 Bonsai 101 (via Zoom) April 28 | 7PM–9PM
Whether you're just starting out or deep into the art, there's something for you this month. TBS members — check your newsletter for registration links and full details.
Not a member yet? This is exactly the kind of community you want to be part of. 🔗 Link in bio.

03/25/2026

🔥ONE SPOT LEFT🔥

We have one spot left in our

AFTERNOON BYOT SESSION on SUNDAY APRIL 12th from 1:00 pm to 4:30 pm.

Open to TBS Members in good standing
Parking Included
Full Details w/ Registration

03/22/2026

Reminder for members: the soil drop is next week! 🪨

It’s repotting season, and NOW is the time to stock up on the high-quality bonsai soil components your trees need to thrive 💪

🗓️ Check your email or the TBS website for time and location.

03/16/2026

🔥BONSAI MASTER — ONE NIGHT ONLY🔥

Japanese bonsai artist Koji Hiramatsu is coming to Toronto for a rare live demonstration.

Watch him transform a Japanese Black Pine in real time!
Ask questions. Learn the techniques. See the artistry.

Bring in your own tree for live review and advice from Koji and a panel of experts.

Koji is a 4th-generation bonsai master from a 150-year-old bonsai garden in Takamatsu, Japan.

ONE Night ONLY
FREE for Members
$50 Non-Members Includes a full year membership to the Toronto Bonsai Society

Don’t miss this rare chance to learn from a true master.

03/08/2026

MARCH MEETING REMINDER 🗓️
Monday, March 9th, 7PM
Open to all members in good standing! Join us for Mike’s presentation on his trip to Japan for the Kokufu-ten Bonsai Exhibition, followed by our take on The Debaters!

01/08/2026

Think you know how to wire, but don’t really?

MEMBERS ONLY! Join Bonsai 201 - Wiring, and Bonsai 202 - Tool Care and Sharpening to level up your bonsai skills!

Only a few spots remain, so check the links in your email for signup! 🌳

11/22/2025

Due to the incredible demand, we are printing another run of our 60th Anniversary Album! Pre-order and pay before November 30th and save $10

🌳 Order at the link in our bio

📦 PRE-ORDERS will be ready for pick-up at the December Social

⭐️ Your order must be PAID FOR before November 30th in order to get the special Pre-Sale price. After November 30th, limited copies will be available at regular price.

11/16/2025

We have SOLD OUT of PRE-SALE copies of '60 Years of Bonsai in Toronto'!

If you're still interested in purchasing a copy and missed out on the first batch, join the waitlist here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdH436EkC3YgzYjPFxL5mcGHKCeds8mytqfaBt_UXa1G5Lo9g/viewform

Join the waitlist before November 30th, and save $10 on your order! Members of the Toronto Bonsai Society save an additional $15 on all orders.

The album is filled with 150 pages of incredible photography by Mark Olson, who beautifully captured the trees in all their glory. It is a culmination of 60 years of tradition, dedication, perseverance, and love for the artform.

09/02/2025

Join us this month as we dive into one of the most iconic and revered species in bonsai!

Open to all members in good standing, our monthly meeting on September 8th will focus on pines.

Get feedback on your tree from experienced bonsai artists in the Group Critique, an extra pair of hands at our Bring Your Own Tree area, or join us to learn and provide bonsai feedback.

Visit torontobonsai.org to sign up and for more info!

06/04/2025

Join us with Tom Ulecki of Best Coast Bonsai for TWO Workshops this weekend at the Toronto Botanical Garden!

Trained in Osaka, Japan at Kouka-en
Founder of Best Coast Bonsai

📅 Sat, June 7th, 10am - 2pm : Amur Maple Workshop
📅 Sun, June 8th, 10am - 2pm : Bring Your Own Tree (BYOT) Workshop

Limited spots!

Whether you’re a beginner or seasoned pro, this is your chance to learn from one of North America’s most thoughtful bonsai artists.

🌳 Sign up for the amur maple workshop:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScvsIde0QHW08hMiQkUaoZpL2rK6mE392QdyV2HElhoaKHDQg/viewform

🌳 Sign up for the BYOT workshop:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdbfvMsOyJxPzOYwrWfVdJOtLmwTQWacmmF3iKLaCufIAUGLg/viewform

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Toronto Botanical Garden 777 Lawrence Avenue East
Toronto, ON
M3C1P2

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http://torontobonsai.org/, https://www.instagram.com/torontobonsaisociety/

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