Vancouver Farmers Markets Launch Summer Season with Indigenous Vendor Pilot and Full Market Lineup by July
Vancouver Farmers Markets (VFM) marked a major milestone last week with the Opening Ceremony of the Downtown Farmers Market at šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square (Vancouver Art Gallery North Plaza). The event celebrated the launch of a new Indigenous Vendor Pilot Program, developed in partnership with Indigenous Tourism BC, which introduces four Indigenous-owned businesses into the VFM […]
Read moreA Warm Welcome at šxʷƛ̓ənəq Xwtl’e7énḵ Square: Downtown Market Opens with Indigenous Vendor Program
On a beautiful Tuesday afternoon, the Downtown Farmers Market opened its 2025 season with a celebration that marked both a beginning and an intentioanl step forward. In partnership with Indigenous Tourism BC (ITBC), Vancouver Farmers Markets (VFM) launched a new pilot program welcoming four Indigenous-owned businesses to the market community. The Ceremony: A Gathering in […]
Read moreNotice of Annual General Meeting
We are pleased to share this invitation to the 2025 YLFMS Annual General Meeting and Election of Directors! This year, voting for directors will be online in advance of the meeting and the meeting will be followed by a family-friendly 30th Anniversary Celebration. We hope you are able to join us in person, but if […]
Read moreCome Celebrate Indigenous History Month at the Downtown Market!
This year VFM is kicking off Indigenous History Month & the Downtown Market Season in grateful collaboration with Friends of Indigenous Tourism BC to welcome a cohort of four incredible new (to VFM) Indigenous vendors to the Downtown Market. In collaboration with Friends of Indigenous Tourism BC and with the generous support of the Downtown […]
Read moreMay is Here – and So Are Your Farmers Markets!
Exciting news, local food lovers—the season is officially ON! With five summer markets now in full swing, it’s time to dust off those tote bags and get ready for another season of fresh, local abundance. Even better? We’re celebrating our 30th anniversary this year, and that means special perks for YOU when you support the […]
Read moreFresh to Families – Charity Partner for West Coast Seeds’ 2025 Seedling Sale
We’re excited to announce that Vancouver Farmers Markets’ Fresh to Families Program has been chosen as the 2025 charity partner for the West Coast Seeds Seedling Sale—taking place May 3rd at 5300 34B Ave, Delta, BC! Each year, West Coast Seeds selects a charitable partner whose values align with their mission to support healthy, sustainable […]
Read moreBig News! Become a VFM Member & Get a $5 Voucher
Exciting things are happening at Vancouver Farmers Markets! We’re celebrating 30 years of bringing fresh, local food to our community, and we want YOU to be part of the future of farmers markets in Vancouver. This spring, we’re rolling out a special thank-you gift for new members—because supporting local should come with a little extra […]
Read moreA Sweet Success: Thank You, Hot Chocolate Festival!
Another year of the Hot Chocolate Festival has wrapped up, and we’re feeling extra warm inside—not just from all the delicious chocolate but from the generosity of our community! This year, the festival helped raise nearly $18,500 for Vancouver Farmers Markets’ Fresh to Families Program. Since 2010, the Hot Chocolate Festival has been bringing together […]
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