Borealis Fresh Farms, Timmins

04/04/2023

Our basil being transformed into this magnificent pesto. Thank you Aline's Tea Shop for your support. 🌿💚

04/04/2023

Another batch of lettuce on the way! A week and a half away. 💚 🥬

03/10/2023

We’ll look what happened this week. Happy to learn we have been chosen a finalist for the BMT Insurance & Financial Services Business Contribution to the Community Award. Thank you Timmins Chamber. Congrats to all the finalists!

Borealis Fresh Farms, Timmins

02/14/2023

Thank you Lydia for visiting the farm. It was a pleasure. Thanks to Brian and Carole from CDSSAB for joining in as well. 🌿 🥬 💚

Any day can be harvest time at Borealis Fresh Farms in Timmins with the business’ vertical hydroponic farming system.

01/22/2023

We would like to introduce you to Luc Laforest. Luc has been working with us and is now joining Marc and Anne as Master Farmers for Borealis Fresh Farms! Luc has a Diploma in Horticulture from Lambton College in Sarnia, Ontario, has obtained various certifications and developed many skills, knowledge and experience which are all beneficial and important in Hydroponic Farming. Luc shares the same passion as we do in growing fresh, clean, and nutrient dense greens locally. Farming is something that has always been of great interest to Luc, coming from a family where farming and gardening has been part of its roots in Timmins, same as for his sister Anne 😉 😊 🥬 💚

Welcome Luc!!
Luc Laforest

01/21/2023

A little something that come out today.

Borealis Fresh Farms' grows a variety of greens vertically on specially fashioned walls

01/16/2023

We would like to let our Kale lovers know that we will have a limited supply available for the next few weeks since our farms are going through some maintenance. This will also affect some of our other produce such as Collard Greens, Parsley and Basil. We are working diligently to give our plants the best indoor environment they need to thrive!! We will keep you posted with further updates, and we thank you for your understanding and support 💚🥬

12/28/2022

Hi 👋! Hope everyone is having a fabulous holiday season. Our romaine lettuce has grown beautifully 🥬 💚 and is ready for harvest. This is a little trial of about 100 heads. They weigh approx 1/2 lbs per head. We will be selling these directly from the farm this time around. Direct message us if interested in purchasing ($6/head) and to schedule pick up. Cheers!

12/08/2022

Well hello there! Look at what Borealis Fresh Farms has been growing lately. We’ve got a small batch of romaine lettuce 🥬 coming out soon. We will have limited supply available weekly. Stay tuned for availability dates.

11/22/2022

Thank you Toffanello's Fresh Pasta - super happy to provide some fresh local herbs for your delicious pestos! Folks, If you haven’t tried them yet, head on over to Toffanello’s and give them a try. Thank you for supporting local and sharing the news. 💚🌱🌿

Did you know that we have our own basil and parsley plots at Borealis Fresh Farms, Timmins? This delicious herb and garlic sauce couldn't be more fresh. Basil pesto is one of our favorites and can be used in so many ways. We're happy to make suggestions. 😄

09/29/2022

Been fooling around in the farms and testing a few things. Decided to try some radishes. Holy smoke! Crazy big. These will find their way to L'Autochtone Taverne Americaine in Haileybury tomorrow. What do you think about radishes? We can grow these year round at Borealis 😊💚

07/12/2022

Always a pleasure to be supplying fresh produce to L’Autochtone Taverne Americaine in Haileybury. Gerry and his kitchen staff do an amazing job! If you’re in the area, check them out. You won’t be disappointed. 🥬 🌿 💚 L'Autochtone Taverne Americaine

06/14/2022

Check this out! Pesto grilled cheese! 🤯 😋

Todays special is perfect for a sunny day like today!! ☀️ Roasted red pepper soup paired with a pesto grilled cheese! Homemade pesto using Borealis Fresh Farms, Timmins basil and a beautiful sourdough bread from Golden Crust Specialty Bakery! Fresh local and delicious 😋 We’ll see you here today from 10-3pm!

06/09/2022

Happy to have hosted the Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference study group this morning. Here we are sporting our new pins received from hosting. Thank you to the group for the opportunity to share our story 🌱 🌿 🥬 💚 🇨🇦

05/11/2022

Market day! Another hour left! 👏🙌 Anti-Hunger Coalition Timmins

04/06/2022

Come check out the Good Food Market in South Porcupine today. ACT does some amazing work in our community and we at Borealis Fresh Farms are happy to have our produce offered at their markets.

The Good Food Market is at the South Porcupine Pentecostal Church today from 2-4pm. All are welcome to attend, and access fresh, affordable produce, including local greens from Borealis Fresh Farms, Timmins 🥬

Please note that ACT's mandatory mask policy remains in place, in order to protect staff, volunteers, and vulnerable individuals who may be accessing our programs. We are happy to accommodate everyone who wishes to attend the market—please send us a message for more information. Thank you for understanding, we are looking forward to seeing you soon!

03/06/2022

Before harvest, after harvest! Crazy that we can harvest fresh nutrient dense local kale in the winter 🥶 Thank you everyone for your support. From your ultra urban local farm! 🥬💚

03/06/2022

Good morning! Gotta love that snow out there. We are warm and cozy and just about to start our harvest! Hope everyone is having a great weekend. 🌱 🥬 💚

02/22/2022

Ok we have to share this! Thank you Plant Based Marché for sharing it.

We are happy to be growing some of these supergreens! 🥬 💥

The health benefits of leafy greens go far beyond what you would even suspect. They can make you look and feel younger, and even extend your lifespan!

01/25/2022

Good morning Timmins! Cold weather can’t stop these plants from growing. Happy Tuesday. 🌱

12/28/2021

Big news everyone. Please share to spread the word. Happy holidays.

12/25/2021

Merry Christmas!
Wishing you all the best this holiday season. 🎄🎄

12/22/2021

Well look who decided to join the growing party last night! Our macro farm is now up and running. Our crew is super happy!🥬💚

12/20/2021

Our friends are open! Check them out.

We are happy to announce that our store is finally open!
Looking forward to seeing you as of this Monday the 20th.

11/30/2021

What a great way to start the day! Visit to the farm. Our plants are looking really good and our first small harvests have already taken place. Collards, joi choi and our famous kales are now available at Pick of The Crop. Stay tune for upcoming locations as our farms continue to fill up.

11/22/2021

Guess what’s back! Kale baby!!! Dropped off our first batch this morning to Pick of The Crop and already they are finding their way into the prepped salads. Get them while you can! They look and more importantly taste amazing. 🥬 🌱 💚 Please spread the word 🙏

11/06/2021

11/02/2021

Well look 👀 who’s made it on the farm wall! 🥬 🌱 In the next couple weeks, the farms will fill up with our clean and nutrient rich greeens! Spread the word 😊 💚 🌱

10/15/2021

Peekaboo!! Systems all a go and look who is making an appearance! It’s been a while and lots of work is being put into their new home. These little ones will be transplanted in another couple weeks. Fresh locally grown produce is right around the corner. See you soon 🌱💚🌱💚 Can we get a 👍🏼 and a share? Makes them grow a little faster 😊