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Hand sanitizer at the markets

When large supply chains sold out of hand sanitizer in the wake of Covid-19, our liquor vendors pivoted and got to work making their own (W.H.O approved) concoctions. We are so grateful to our generous vendors Wayward Distillery, Sons of Vancouver Distillery and Odd Society Spirits who stocked us up with hand sanitizer in the first […]

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Shop local craft from the comfort of your home

We were happy to learn yesterday that Dr. Bonnie Henry has lifted restrictions on the sale of non-food items at farmers markets in BC. While we work to bring our craft vendors back to the markets, why not support local makers at the Got Craft? Virtual Market, taking place Friday, June 5 – Sunday, June 7? […]

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VFM Online Orders

Looking for a faster, more convenient way to shop with your fave VFM vendors? VFM Online Orders, our new online ordering platform, helps you: >> Skip the line for safer, more convenient pick-up at select markets. >> Get what you need. Ordering ahead ensures high demand products are available when you need them. >> Plan your shop […]

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Market shopping during COVID-19: how and why to support local right now

With the opening of the West End and Mt. Pleasant Markets this weekend, Vancouverites will have two more places to shop direct with local farms and producers during COVID-19. And while it’s no secret that the summer markets are very different from the relaxed, community gatherings they were pre-pandemic, it’s now more crucial than ever […]

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In season: peonies

Photo: Warmerdam Flowers We’re sadly missing our flower growers at the markets right now, especially as one of our favourite blooms is just coming into season – peonies! These gorgeous and delicately fragrant beauties will be available from a number of our flower vendors between now and mid-June – read a full list of what’s […]

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Thank You To Our Sponsors!

Vancouver Farmers Markets is proudly sponsored by local companies that value local food, sustainability and healthy communities.  Our sponsors provide essential funding for operational expenses, equipment purchases and other needs that help our farmers markets running successfully and keep BC farms in production. During this unprecedented year, our sponsorship dollars have been more valuable than […]

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COVID-19 Update on the Winter Markets: April 24

April 24: It’s the final weekend of the season for Riley Park and Hastings Park Winter Markets. You can view this week’s Riley Park Market Map here, and Hastings Park Market Map here. Riley Park shoppers please note: We will reserve the first 30 mins (10-10:30am) for seniors (65+), shoppers with mobility challenges, and others […]

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Support the makers

Let your loved ones know you’re thinking of them during this solitary time, with a local, handmade gift. Our markets have become food-only during the COVID-19 crisis, and our craft vendors have adapted, making their well-loved products available for you to purchase online. Support these small businesses and read on for a listing of some […]

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