Learn the Principles of Regenerative Living

Permaculture is at the heart of regenerative living. From food forests to rainwater harvesting, renewable energy to greenhouses, permaculture principles and practices enable you to secure food, water, and energy on your land—while ensuring it provides for future generations.

This lifestyle philosophy and global movement harmonizes the wisdom of nature, technological innovation, and human ingenuity. The result? An abundance of natural resources, human and ecological health and wellness, and a legacy to take pride in.

Whether you’re new to regenerative living or have been practising for years, we offer courses and solutions for everyone. No matter where you live, you can transform your space—a balcony, a suburban backyard, or a homestead—into a thriving regenerative haven. You’ll also learn how to make regenerative choices in your daily life.

Guided by seasoned experts, our educational courses offer the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills needed to help you achieve your regenerative goals. Explore our on-demand regenerative courses.

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  • Over 12 years of teaching experience
  • More than 2000 graduates from our permaculture courses
  • Close to 100% completion rate of our online courses
  • Hundreds of courses, events and free resources
  • Dozens of green businesses we’ve inspired and consulted with

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VDAO is a highly aligned community of pioneers, creators, and builders, leading a paradigm shift toward decentralized, anti-fragile, and regenerative network states. 

Register for monthly virtual and in-person events. Additionally, enjoy free summits and webinars, plus a wealth of videos, articles, newsletters, and inspiring blog posts.

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Stay current on the latest news and innovations in regenerative living. Learn free tips and tricks from experts, access exclusive discounts, and more—delivered to your inbox once a month.

JOIN OUR FREE COMMUNITY

VDAO is a highly aligned community of pioneers, creators, and builders, leading a paradigm shift toward decentralized, anti-fragile, and regenerative network states.

SUBSCRIBE TO THE SHIFT

Stay current on the latest news and innovations in regenerative living. Learn free tips and tricks from experts, access exclusive discounts, and more—delivered to your inbox once a month.

FREE RESOURCES

Free summits and webinars, plus tons of videos, articles, newsletters, and enlightening blog posts.

Regenerative Living Courses

By learning how to live regeneratively, you’ll discover how nature, technology, and humanity can work in harmony to create an abundance of natural resources.

Transform Your Life With Regenerative Solutions?

Our courses focus on generating an abundance of clean food, water, and energy on your land. Learn a variety of regenerative techniques, such as…

picking peppers

Growing nutrient-dense food in your own gardens and/or greenhouse

rain barrel in a permaculture garden

Harvesting a safe and secure supply of pure water

solar panel on farm with bright blue sky in the background

Generating your own renewable energy at home

chicken coop in a permaculture yard

Raising livestock for year-round homegrown sustenance

preserved food and canning goods in a larder

Putting up and storing food in your own root cellar

hands holding a plant in soil

Helping others as a permaculture design consultant

Regenerative Living Solutions

We provide regenerative solutions based on proven science and over a decade of experience. Whether you’re just starting your journey or seeking ongoing training to build your regenerative property, we can guide and support you:

  • Through our educational platform here
  • Or if you need assistance with project planning and execution, you can hire our team of experts to guide you and execute the project. Contact our Property Design team here.

Kudos From Our Colleagues

  • Over the past five years I have watched Rob and Michelle build Verge Permaculture from the ground up and I am proud to say that Verge Permaculture is now one of North America's premier permaculture design and education companies.

    Geoff Lawton
    Geoff Lawton Director of The Permaculture Institute
  • Every so often someone comes along who seems to change the game. In this case, Alberta’s good fortune is doubly so, as it is a dynamic husband and wife who have changed people’s lives in service of environmental stewardship. As engineers-turned-sustainability designers, Rob and Michelle Avis have brought back Permaculture from a global learning expedition and innovated—adapted tools to Alberta conditions—sustaining not only their own small business but so much more…

    Adam Gagnon, Calgary, AB
    Adam Gagnon, Calgary, AB
  • Rob and Michelle’s continuous passion for seeking out innovative approaches and finding ways to disseminate valuable information in the community with a keen eye for business sense has been a game-changer in Calgary, and across Alberta.

    Alla Guelber
    Alla Guelber The Meaningful Work Project
  • Rob is a dynamic, informative speaker who clearly knows his subject matter. As an engineer and an ecologist, Rob offers a unique and refreshing perspective.

    Rob Harlan
    Rob Harlan Solar Energy Society of Alberta
  • Rob & Michelle - I'm proud of your work and your vision. What a delight to see young people like you embrace and then lend your savvy talents to this movement.

    Joel Salatin Owner/Operator of Polyface Farms
  • Rob and Michelle truly inspired me in so many ways. It's their passion for social change, that keeps me inspired to keep on given er'.

    Curtis Stone Author of The Urban Farmer
  • If you want to schedule an event with them, or just attend one, I recommend them very, very highly.

    Toby Hemenway Author of Gaia's Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture
  • Michelle, Rob and the rest of the Verge crew dedicate an enormous amount of care and energy to make life-changing educational opportunities available to their community.

    Craig Sponholtz Dryland Solutions Inc.
  • I've never seen a permaculture endeavour marry business and permaculture together so well and I've rarely met finer people in my life.

    Tad Hargrave
    Tad Hargrave Marketing For Hippies

Looking to Create a Sustainable World? Start Here…

We provide solid, proven, real-world theory combined with hands-on, dirt-under-the-fingernails training! Training that you can put to use right away in your own home or garden to feed your family or to create a sustainable income.

Training that puts the power for change in your hands…

Browse our site, check out our Permaculture Design Certification CoursePermaculture Academy, online Community, our Passive Solar Greenhouse Guide and free resources. Meet our team, sign up for our newsletter …and discover just how you can begin to transform your life, your land, and your world!

 Rob & Michelle Avis, and the whole team at Verge

Learn the Principles of Regenerative Living

Permaculture is at the heart of regenerative living. From food forests to rainwater harvesting, renewable energy to greenhouses, permaculture principles and practices enable you to secure food, water, and energy on your land—while ensuring it provides for future generations.

This broad lifestyle philosophy and global movement, harmonizes the wisdom of nature, technological innovation, and human ingenuity. The result? An abundance of natural resources, human and ecological health and wellness, and a legacy to take pride in.

Whether you’re new to regenerative living or have been practising for years, we offer courses and solutions for everyone. No matter where you live, you can transform your space—a balcony, a suburban backyard, or a homestead—into a thriving regenerative haven. You’ll also learn how to make regenerative choices in your daily life.

Guided by seasoned experts, our educational courses offer the comprehensive knowledge and practical skills needed to help you achieve your regenerative goals. Explore our on-demand regenerative courses.

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Teaching & Consulting
500 +
Permaculture Design Alumni
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Courses & Events We've Hosted
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Green Business Visions We've Inspired

FREE COMMUNITY

Join a dynamic, engaged community of permaculture enthusiasts in our free proprietary social platform.

FREE RESOURCES

Free summits and webinars, plus tons of videos, articles, newsletters, and enlightening blog posts.

Tools and Training to Live Well, Make a Difference, and Heal the Land 

We don’t need to tell you about the impacts of a changing climate. Drought, extreme weather, reduced access to energy, food and water, and more are challenging more people each day. The only question is –

What can you do about it? How can you create a sustainable, resilient, meaningful life in such uncertain times?

We’re guessing that – since you’ve landed here – you’re looking for practical, real-world solutions. Holistic solutions that help you create a life of health and abundance while restoring the land and water around you. Integrated solutions that you can act upon, within a strategic plan that makes sense. Solutions like…

picking peppers

Growing nutrient-dense food in your own gardens and/or greenhouse

rain barrel in a permaculture garden

Harvesting a safe and secure supply of pure water

solar panel on farm with bright blue sky in the background

Generating your own renewable energy at home

chicken coop in a permaculture yard

Raising livestock for year-round homegrown sustenance

preserved food and canning goods in a larder

Putting up and storing food in your own root cellar

hands holding a plant in soil

Helping others as a permaculture design consultant

Tools and Training to Live Well, Make a Difference, and Heal the Land 

We’re guessing that – since you’ve landed here – you’re looking for practical, real-world solutions like…

  • Growing nutrient-dense food in your own gardens and/or greenhouse
  • Harvesting a ready supply of pure water for drinking, cooking, or anything else
  • Generating your own renewable energy at home
  • Raising livestock for year-round eggs, milk, and more
  • Putting up and storing food in your own root cellar
  • Helping others in your own permaculture design consulting business

Verge Permaculture provides these solutions based on proven science and more than a decade of experience: since 2010, we’ve built two successful homesteads, consulted with hundreds of clients, and trained thousands of students.

 Whether you’re taking the first steps of your journey or looking for ongoing training in building your resilient homestead, we can guide and support you with our introductory Permaculture Design Course and Permaculture Academy, featuring Masterclasses, free webinars, design clinics, and more.

Kudos From Our Colleagues

  • Over the past five years I have watched Rob and Michelle build Verge Permaculture from the ground up and I am proud to say that Verge Permaculture is now one of North America's premier permaculture design and education companies.

    Geoff Lawton
    Geoff Lawton Director of The Permaculture Institute
  • Every so often someone comes along who seems to change the game. In this case, Alberta’s good fortune is doubly so, as it is a dynamic husband and wife who have changed people’s lives in service of environmental stewardship. As engineers-turned-sustainability designers, Rob and Michelle Avis have brought back Permaculture from a global learning expedition and innovated—adapted tools to Alberta conditions—sustaining not only their own small business but so much more…

    Adam Gagnon, Calgary, AB
    Adam Gagnon, Calgary, AB
  • Rob and Michelle’s continuous passion for seeking out innovative approaches and finding ways to disseminate valuable information in the community with a keen eye for business sense has been a game-changer in Calgary, and across Alberta.

    Alla Guelber
    Alla Guelber The Meaningful Work Project
  • Rob is a dynamic, informative speaker who clearly knows his subject matter. As an engineer and an ecologist, Rob offers a unique and refreshing perspective.

    Rob Harlan
    Rob Harlan Solar Energy Society of Alberta
  • Rob & Michelle - I'm proud of your work and your vision. What a delight to see young people like you embrace and then lend your savvy talents to this movement.

    Joel Salatin Owner/Operator of Polyface Farms
  • Rob and Michelle truly inspired me in so many ways. It's their passion for social change, that keeps me inspired to keep on given er'.

    Curtis Stone Author of The Urban Farmer
  • If you want to schedule an event with them, or just attend one, I recommend them very, very highly.

    Toby Hemenway Author of Gaia's Garden: A Guide to Home-Scale Permaculture
  • Michelle, Rob and the rest of the Verge crew dedicate an enormous amount of care and energy to make life-changing educational opportunities available to their community.

    Craig Sponholtz Dryland Solutions Inc.
  • I've never seen a permaculture endeavour marry business and permaculture together so well and I've rarely met finer people in my life.

    Tad Hargrave
    Tad Hargrave Marketing For Hippies

Looking to Create a Sustainable World? Start Here…

We provide solid, proven, real-world theory combined with hands-on, dirt-under-the-fingernails training! Training that you can put to use right away in your own home or garden to feed your family or to create a sustainable income.

Training that puts the power for change in your hands…

Browse our site, check out our Permaculture Design Certification CoursePermaculture Academy, online Community, our Passive Solar Greenhouse Guide and free resources. Meet our team, sign up for our newsletter …and discover just how you can begin to transform your life, your land, and your world!

 Rob & Michelle Avis, and the whole team at Verge

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