.jpg)
Thank you for a great 2023 season, we look forward to working with you on
the farm in spring 2024!
OUR TEAM
 Rachel Mellen |
|---|
 Amy Bonin |
 Rushan Maya |
 Keelee Williams |
 Pat Reid |
Rachel Mellen
Urban Agriculturist/ Lead Farmer
Rachel originally came to the farm as a volunteer in 2019. Rachel enjoys researching and learning about our crops and interacting with our community members and the local wildlife. She is looking forward to continuing her journey as lead farmer and continuing to contribute to the community.
Amy Bonin
Farm Team Lead, McQuesten Urban Farm
Amy Bonin has been with McQuesten Urban Farm since 2017. She is passionate about growing food, food justice, food security and sovereignty. She also enjoys cooking and working with community to support the McQuesten neighbourhood. With a background in journalism and graphic design, Amy has combined these skills with farming to help the project grow online and in the fields.
Rushan Maya
Food Security Coordinator
Rushan (any pronouns) was introduced to the farm when picking up donations for the Crown Point community fridge. He is the go-to for volunteers and supports the programs and workshops hosted at the farm as the Food Security Program Facilitator, and is looking forward to connecting with the community and making great memories. When she's not in the fields, you can find Rushan hanging out with his dogs Deva and Ken, thinking about fascia, and looking at the moon
Keelee Willianms
Market attendant, farm hand
Keelee started with farm as a student farm hand in 2024. She joined the farm as a staff member in 2025 as our market attendant and farmhand. Keelee plans on studying horticulture at college in the near future.
Pat Reid
Pioneer of farm and longtime volunteer and neighbour.
Pat Reid is a McQuesten neighbour and long time volunteer. at McQuesten Urban Farm and the McQuesten Community Planning Team. Pat alongside other with other McQuesten residents dreamt up this community farm and brought it to life with the help of the City Of Hamilton and our community partners.
"The farm has satisfied my desire to homestead. Now in some small way, mission accomplished." Pat
Come volunteer with us! Email farmvolunteers@niwasa.ca
Fresh Produce Market starts Saturday July 4th, 8am - 12pm