Local food isn't just a trend - It's the future.

Welcome to River City Chickens Collective

We are an informal group of volunteers who support responsible hen care in urban environments and offer educational opportunities to learn more about urban hens.

Chickens 101 in 2021

 We look forward to hosting Chickens 101 via Zoom on September 26, 2021. ​Registration is available here. For more details, please see our Classes and Events Tab. ​Additional Chickens 101 classes anticipated in November 2021 and in January, March, and May 2022.

Backyard Hens in YEG

Edmonton's Urban Hen Project

Interested in backyard hens in Edmonton?
Check out the City's website and find out what the requirements are.

Why Keep Urban Hens

​Support for Farmer's markets is growing, people are eating at restaurants that serve local food and planting their own  gardens and now - getting hens in their own backyard. 

Check out our Blog

Our blog is where we update you on what we have been doing, when courses are available, helpful tips and MORE.

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