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2024 Board of Director – Call for Nominations

Your Local Farmers Market Society dba Vancouver Farmers Markets 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 […]

Earth Day, Every Day, at Vancouver Farmers Markets

Have you ever felt that every trip to the farmers market is a celebration of Earth’s gifts? At Vancouver Farmers Markets, that’s exactly what we believe. Our markets are not just places to buy fresh produce; they are hubs of sustainability, community, and business incubation, where every day feels like Earth Day. Picture this! A […]

Advocating for a Farmers Market in East Park Planning

In November 2022, as the East Park planning unfolded, Vancouver Farmers Markets rallied its community in the False Creek area to participate in a survey, advocating for the inclusion of space for a farmers market in the park’s plans. This effort was documented in a previous blog post that highlighted the market’s journey and its […]

Where is all the farm?

Picture this: a bustling, vibrant farmers market, brimming with a wide variety of fruits and vegetables. It’s an image many of us hold dear, yet as the summer markets swing open their gates around April & May, a common question arises—where is all the farm produce? Why are the fruits and vegetables not here yet? […]

Vancouver Farmers Markets Kicks Off Summer Season 2024, Celebrating Community and Economic Growth

NEWS RELEASE Vancouver Farmers Markets Kicks Off Summer Season 2024, Celebrating Community and Economic Growth Vancouver, BC – Vancouver Farmers Markets (VFM) is thrilled to announce the opening of the 2024 summer farmers market season, showcasing the best of fresh, local food and fostering community connections. As one of the largest and most vibrant farmers […]

Join Us and Grow Together: Become a Member

Are you passionate about supporting local farms, businesses, and sustainable food systems? Do you believe in the power of community and want to play an active role in shaping the future of Vancouver Farmers Markets (VFM)? If so, we invite you to become a valued member of our growing community! Why Join Vancouver Farmers Markets? […]

Thank You Hot Chocolate Fest!

At Vancouver Farmers Markets, we hold a strong belief that fresh, locally grown food should be accessible to everyone, regardless of income. Our Fresh to Families Program stands as a testament to this belief, embodying our commitment to making nutritious food a reality for all, while retaining the entire dollar value within local food economy. […]

Farmers’ Markets Moments 2023