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False Creek Economic Impact

False Creek Farmers Market

False Creek Farmers Market is located at Pacific Boulevard and Quebec St, right next to the seawall with a view of False Creek. This bustling area is just a short walk from Science World, with plenty of pedestrians and cyclists passing along the seawall. Shop fresh weekly for seasonal fruits & vegetables, ethically-raised meat, eggs, & dairy, fresh fish, craft beer, wine & spirits, artisanal prepared food and handmade craft. Food and coffee trucks onsite each week. False Creek Farmers Market runs Thursdays 3:00pm – 7:00pm from June to October.

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2023 Economic Impact Study Highlights for the False Creek Farmers Market

  • Annual economic impact2 on the local economy: $2.16 million
  • Annual direct sales: $1.44 million
  • Average shopper spending per market visit: $33.72
  • Over 56,800 visits and 42,600 shoppers annually
  • 55% of the survey respondents visit the farmers market either regularly (almost weekly) or frequently (2-3 times per month)
  • Shopper spending at other local neighbouring businesses: $875 thousand
  • 66% of study participants said that they would spend $31.18 each shopping or eating at other local neighbouring businesses