I live in the province of Quebec. I am a plant enhousiast. I grow many plants outdoor (many perennials, shrubs, trees... 3 000 different species and varieties)
I have a small collection of tropical orchids (350 plants) Many young Paphs and Phrags, some mature plants. Some Oncidiums intergeneric, Catts and others. I grow them in the basement (one 1000 W HPS lights, many T5 and T12 fluos).
Hi Erythrone and welcome. If 350 orchids is a small collection, my measly 50 is a minuscule collection.
I also grow in my basement using T5's and T8's.
It is great to see another Canadian here on the wonderful Orchid Board!!! It already sounds like you have quite a bit of experience, so it will be great to be able to learn from your experience. As stated we LOVE pictures!
Welcome to another Canadian. It will be nice to hear of your experiences and advise on growing orchids. If you have 350, you must be having some success.