Steveston Launches the First Annual Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market

(Steveston, BC Canada)

Over fifty vendors will come together in the charming waterfront community of Steveston, B.C. for the first annual outdoor Steveston Farmers and Artisans Market. Offering fresh local produce, healthy foods, flowers, plants, and unique works by local artisans, the Market opens weekly on Sundays from 11am- 4pm from May 4 - September 28, 2008. Located in the parking lot of the Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site*, the Market promises to be a lively and memorable home grown event.

The Richmond Agricultural and Industrial Society which is governed by the Steveston Community Society (SCS) host the Steveston Farmers & Artisans Market. The SCS is also responsible for the 63-year-old Steveston Salmon Festival, Canada’s biggest non-profit Canada Day event, which draw crowds of 75,000. The SCS recognized, and has responded to the strong demand for a Farmers and Artisans Market in Steveston (a community within the city of Richmond, BC).

Steveston residents have been seeking healthy and seasonal produce, with the added convenience of being able to shop locally and support Richmond’s farmers. While feeling good about making a smaller carbon footprint, Market goers will also enjoy on site entertainment in a family-friendly setting. It is a great chance to meet with friends and neighbours on a weekly basis.

In addition to Richmond residents, tourists will also enjoy partaking in this event. A visit to the Market can be complemented by a trip down to the fishing docks, dining at one of Steveston’s many fine restaurants, shopping at the local businesses and boutiques, or taking advantage of the boardwalk and other scenic walks, the many heritage sites and parks.

Steveston is going green! Join us for the Market’s grand opening on May 4th.

*The Gulf of Georgia Cannery National Historic Site’s parking lot is located at the corners of Chatham Street & Fourth Avenue in Steveston village.