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, 401 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 (Option 4 – Alberta Food Safety Basics)
- At least three letters of support from local community leaders or groups
- Vendor rules (PDF, 300 KB) 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: ab.approvedfarmersmarket@gov.ab.ca
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 Farmers' Market Managers (PDF, 343 KB)
Contact
Address:
Alberta Approved Farmers’ Market Program
4701 52 Street, Box 24
Vermilion, Alberta T9X 1J9
Email: ab.approvedfarmersmarket@gov.ab.ca