Farmers Markets Week
For so many reasons, farmers markets have always been essential: bringing communities together with nutritious food, supporting the livelihoods of local farmers, contributing to the wellbeing of our planet, and so much more. But nothing has emphasized the intrinsic role farmers markets play in our food system quite like a global pandemic. Over the past […]
Read moreTop 5 Reasons to Embrace the Vancouver Farmer’s Market Lifestyle and Discover Your Ideal Home
SPONSORED CONTENT: Gary Wong is a VFM sponsor Imagine being greeted by the tantalizing aromas of freshly baked goods, the vibrant colors of farm-fresh produce, and the friendly smiles of local vendors. This captivating experience awaits you at The Vancouver Farmers’ Market at Riley Park, where the delights of community, local flavors, and lush green spaces […]
Read moreElectroRecycle is back this summer!
Sponsored Content: ElectroRecycle is a VFM sponsor Get your grocery shopping & small appliance and power tool recycling done in one convenient stop! Vancouver Farmers Markets has been partnering with ElectroRecycle since 2015 by setting up regular recycling days at markets. Over the last 7 years, ElectroRecycle has collected over 21,000 lbs of small appliance and power tools from market […]
Read moreStay cool as a cucumber: 5 kitchen tips from BC Hydro to beat the heat
SPONSORED CONTENT BC Hydro’s West End Substation project is sponsoring the 2023 West End Farmers Market. City summers bring opportunities to appreciate appies on the patio, host friends for rooftop barbecues and eat by the beach. While the sun is welcome outside, it can make things uncomfortably hot at home in the kitchen. Follow these tips […]
Read moreBecome a Market Member – Enter a draw to win a bike!
Happy Summer VFM Community! I’m always so excited when July rolls around. Not only is it berry season, it’s also our Birthday Month! The last 28 years sure have flown by. You might be familiar with our annual Membership Drive month, once again we are partnering with the amazing local bike shop The Bike Dr […]
Read moreWelcoming and Celebrating the 2023 Cohort of Dream Cuisines
In a world bursting with diverse flavors and culinary experiences, Dream Cuisines program of Flavours of Hope stands as a beacon of empowerment and opportunity for newcomer women looking to break into the food industry. With a unique blend of mentorship, shared kitchen space, and peer-based knowledge sharing, Dream Cuisines nurtures the dreams of these […]
Read more2023 Board of Director – Nominees
Your Local Farmers Market Society (YLFMS, doing business as) Vancouver Farmers Markets (VFM) is a dynamic community-based non-profit social enterprise with a vision of a resilient local food network that values people and the land. We pursue our vision by creating vibrant and welcoming markets that build community, feed people, employ staff and support small […]
Read moreAll that you need to know about Farmers Markets Sponsorships
Sponsorship plays a vital role in the success and sustainability of Vancouver Farmers Markets. As a hub for local farmers, producers, artisans, and small businesses, these markets are not just places to buy fresh, high-quality food and products; they are vibrant community spaces that foster connections and support the local economy. With the support of […]
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- Downtown
- False Creek
- Hastings Park
- Kitsilano
- Main Street Station
- Mount Pleasant
- Riley Park
- Riley Park Winter
- Trout Lake
- West End
