(MENAFN- GlobeNewsWire - Nasdaq) National symposium brings together community leaders, volunteers, and industry partners to celebrate innovation and sustainability in community improvement.

Milton, Ontario, Oct. 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Communities in Bloom (CiB) will host its 31st Annual Symposium & Awards from October 16 to 18, 2025, in Stratford, Ontario. The national gathering brings together community leaders, volunteers, elected officials, and industry partners to exchange ideas, share best practices, and celebrate excellence in community enhancement and sustainability.

As a founding CiB community, Stratford provides the ideal backdrop with its cultural vibrancy, historic charm, and award-winning gardens. Events will be hosted at venues including the Tom Patterson Theatre, with tours, scenic walks, and local hospitality showcasing Stratford's horticultural spirit.

“We're thrilled to be in Stratford for this year's Symposium and Awards,” said Peggy Head, National Chair of Communities in Bloom.“The program highlights the creativity, passion, and collaboration that define CiB communities across Canada and beyond.”

Please register today to connect, learn, and be inspired as CiB honours the communities making a difference in greening, beautifying, and enriching the world around us. Full program details are available at: communitiesinbloom

Thank You to our Event Sponsors and Local Vendors!

About Communities in Bloom:
Communities in Bloom (CiB) is a volunteer- and partnership-driven organization that uses a multi-tiered competitive evaluation process to foster community strength, involvement and continuous improvement. This is accomplished by nurturing environmental sustainability, enhancing green spaces, and conserving heritage in cultural and natural environments that encompass municipal, residential, commercial, and institutional spaces. Visit communitiesinbloom to find out more.

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• Welcome to Stratford!
• Festival Garden

CONTACT: Sonia Parrino, Program Specialist Communities in Bloom - Canada 514-694-8871 ...

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