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Vendors' Corner :: Vendor Supporter
Vendor Supporter
Farmers' market vendors can join the BC Association of Farmers' Markets as non-voting members and receive benefits for an annual membership fee of $100.
This program is designed to help vendors grow their businesses, which in turn helps to strengthen farmers' markets in BC. By becoming BCAFM Supporters, vendors are also supporting the Association's ongoing work to raise awareness and strengthen the capacity of farmers' markets in all regions of British Columbia.
Click for supporter application (250 KB)
Benefits include:
1. Access to group liability insurance
Group general liability insurance rates for BCAFM Vendor Supporters are significantly less than privately purchased general liability insurance rates. Vendors must be members of a BCAFM farmers' market as well as BCAFM Supporters to secure this insurance plan. Insurance covers all sales within Canada, including internet sale.
To find out if your business is eligible, contact:
The Whistler Insurance Shoppe
109-4369 Main Street, Whistler BC V0N 1B4
Phone: 1-604-932-3888
Fax: 1-604-932-3889
Click for vendor supporter insurance application (150 KB)
Click for vendor insurance package (490 KB)
2. Your Business Profile on the BCAFM Website
Please contact Georgia at 604-734-9797 to arrange. Your business will be profiled here.
3. Access to extended health benefits
Vendors will receive preferred rates for family members and employees of your business. Plan options include Life Insurance, Extended Health Benefits, Dental Coverage, Short and Long–Term Disability protection and Travel Insurance. A guaranteed option is available for those who were previously declined. Protect yourself from high medical expenses and invest in your health and well-being.
Contact: Jody C. Wright — Ocean Sun Financial — 1-604-932-3888
4. Access to Sandman Hotel StarPlus Corporate Advantage Program
Benefits include:
- Preferred Corporate Rates.
Click here to view rates
- Late check-out privileges
- Upgrade (based on availability)
- Complimentary morning newspaper
- Free local fax/phone service
- Lucky 13 card (Stay 12 nights and the 13th night is on us. The 13 nights do not need to be consecutive.)
For more info go to sandman.ca/en/programs/starplus.php.
5. Discount on workshops and conference registration
Vendors will receive attractive discounts on BCAFM events and learning opportunities.
6. Newsletter
Vendors will receive the Market Matters newsletter six times a year, a great source of news and information that you will appreciate.
