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Definition of "Farmers' Market"

A "farmers' market" is a market comprised exclusively (100%) of vendors who make, bake, grow or raise the products they sell, of which a majority of the vendors are selling farm products of British Columbia origin. These markets must be British Columbia non-profit organizations, whether incorporated or not, with at least 6 vendors, that operate for 2 or more hours per day for a minimum of 4 markets in a year.

Membership in the BC Association of Farmers' Markets will be comprised of two types of members:

  1. Market Member

    A "governing body" that recognizes the definition and is operating a "farmers' market" that is striving to meet the tone of the definition. A Full or Voting member of BCAFM will pay a primary membership for the first market that it operates and an additional fee market location that it operates.

  2. Associate Member

    A person or organization (business, association, institution or government agency) that recognizes and supports the definition of "farmers' market", but is not operating a farmers' market. An Associate or non-voting member will pay a fee in support of the BCAFM.

  3. Vendor Supporter

    Farmers' market vendors can join the Association for an annual fee of $100. By becoming a BCAFM Vendor Supporter you are showing your support for the BC Association of Farmers' Markets mandate — to support, develop and promote farmers' markets in British Columbia. As a BCAFM Vendor Supporter you also gain access to benefits that will help you and your business thrive in the market environment.
    To find out more about the BCAFM Vendor Supporter Program, including benefits and application forms, click here.

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