Starting a new farmers’ market

How to apply

Step 1. Read the guidelines

Review the Guide to starting an Alberta Approved Farmers' Market (PDF, 247 KB) and the Alberta Approved Farmers' Markets Program Guidelines (PDF, 823 KB).

Step 2. Complete the application package

Complete the Alberta Approved Farmers' Market Program Application Form (PDF, 640 KB).

Include the following documents in your application package:

• A copy of the certificate of incorporation if forming your own non-profit association under the Societies Act.
• If completed, proof of completion of Market Manager Training and the Alberta Food Safety Basics for Farmers' Markets (Under Online Courses)
• At least three letters of support from local community leaders or groups
• Market rules must be submitted for review with this application
• Certificate of insurance

Step 3. Submit the application package

Return completed application forms and accompanying documents to:

Address:
Alberta Approved Farmers' Market Program
4701 52 Street, Box 24
Vermilion, Alberta  T9X 1J9
Email: [email protected]

After you apply

Applications must be submitted a minimum of 4 weeks before the proposed market opening date.

Resources

For more information, visit the resources for market managers or resources for vendors pages.

Sample Interview Questions for Hiring Farmers' Market Managers (PDF, 416 KB)

Contact

Address:
Alberta Approved Farmers’ Market Program
4701 52 Street, Box 24
Vermilion, Alberta  T9X 1J9
Email: [email protected]