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YOUR EVENING, YOUR REWARDS!

Come see us at the centre of the Market between 6-7PM through the month of May, and we’ll give you:

• A $5 Market Gift Certificate just for stopping by!
• A stylish Market Tote Bag to carry your local finds!
• A chance to win an amazing weekly prize of $300 in Market Gift Cards — the more you visit, the better your chances!

Please note: only ONE $5 gift certificate and tote bag per customer!

This Mother’s Day, we’re wrapping up all the love, appreciation, and local charm into one beautiful gift basket valued at around $300 and packed with handpicked goodies from our amazing market vendors! 💕✨

Whether you’re celebrating your mom, a mother figure, or someone who’s always been there with a heart full of love, this is the perfect way to say “thank you.” 💖

Want to win it? 🎉
Check out our socials for all the details on how to enter! 📲 📅 Winner will be announced on 9th May!

Our Outdoor Farmers Market is back for the season 8am to 1pm! As a reminder it will be taking place over on Market Lane (ally way between the Market and Dundas St) while the square is under renovations! Below you can check out what vendors will be here this Saturday, May 3rd!

• Blanbrook Bison Farm; bison products
• Den Besten Trout Farm; smoked rainbow trout, sausage rolls and fresh eggs
• Greystead Gardens; fresh produce, spices
• Janssens Farm Fresh Produce; fresh produce
• Jumping Ovens: savoury pies, brioche & more
• La Houlette de Vie; fresh baked organic naturally fermented bread
• Our Fields, fresh produce, preserves, honey
• Pillitteri Estates Winery; VQA Ontario Wines
• Polina’s Nostalgic Treats; traditional Persian treats
• Small World Mycology; premium fresh mushrooms
• The Dough Joe Bakery; gourmet cookies
• The Whole Grain Hearth; fresh baked sour dough bread & pastries
• Wandering Bee Flowers, fresh cut flowers

This Saturday, our cooking demonstration in the Market Kitchen is hosted by Kimi Abdullah where she having a Full on Beans class!

Registration is now required for all classes and will open on the second Thursday prior to the event date (i.e. registration opens today for Polina’s Saffron Lemon Seabass & Herbed Rice class next Saturday, May 10) Click here to register –> https://forms.gle/EhDrB6qTZJeVwpEW7

SATURDAY DEMO SCHEDULE

• Saturday, May 10 | Polina Shadman – Saffron Lemon Seabass & Herbed Rice
  • registration now open
• Saturday, May 17 | Nancy Salamanca – Strawberry Pecan Salad
  • (registration opens May 8th @ 11am)
• Saturday, May 24 | Kimi Abdullah – Snacks on Snacks
  • (registration opens May 15th @ 11am)
• Saturday, May 31 | Jaime Pena – Spanish Omelette 
  • (registration opens May 22nd @ 11am)

Our 🌸SPRING WEEKEND MARKET🌸 is taking place this weekend upstairs on the Mezzanine. Some of your favourite vendors are coming together to put on a special spring market with lots of special surprises. You will not want to miss this! Saturday, May 3, 11am to 7pm / Sunday, May 4, 10am to 4pm

Bring on Spring! 💐🔆🌺🌈☀️💕

🌸 Amazing local artisans!

🌸 Free cup of Tea!

🌸 Beautiful flower stems for the first 100 people!

🌸 Floral photo op!

🌸 Live music!

All first come, first serve, BUT the joy will be endless 💕

Attending Vendors

• Dog Gone Gear
• Gnolia Designs
• Itsy BItsy Bead Co
• June Flower Co
• Mystik Art
• Oh That’s Neat
• Olliviatuckco
• Salt & Mustard
• Sensalik Jewelry
• That Scrunchee Life
• Trina Brooks – author

On Wednesdays, We Win Tickets! 🎟️💖

We’re teaming up with @canadalifeplace for an exciting giveaway! One lucky winner will score two tickets to see Mean Girls on the Siskinds LLP Stage at Canada Life Place! 💃👯‍♀️

🎁 Prize: Two tickets to the performance on May 28th, the ultimate night out filled with laughs, fun, and unforgettable memories! 💕

📅 Hurry! The contest closes and the winner will be announced on Wednesday, May 14th, 2025!
Check out our socials for all the details and to enter! 📲

Wondering why the Market hours have changed and what the means? Check out the list of common questions below!

Why are you closed on Mondays now?

• We’ve made the decision to close on Mondays to give the local business owners at the market a well-deserved day off and to improve the overall market experience. Unlike big-box stores with rotating staff, our vendors are independently owned businesses. They’re often hands-on every day, managing their shops and serving customers. By closing on Mondays, we’re giving them a chance to recharge, so they can continue bringing you the best products and service throughout the rest of the week. Plus, this change allows us to focus on behind-the-scenes operations, ensuring the market runs smoothly and efficiently for both vendors and visitors. Based on the third party survey results, our new hours will also offer more evening shopping opportunities, making it even easier to stop by after work!

Can I still order or pick up items on Mondays?

• No, the market itself will be closed on Mondays, but some businesses, such as Waldo’s and [X, Y], will still be operating. We recommend contacting them directly for their specific hours and availability. Otherwise, we encourage you to plan ahead by visiting or placing orders during our open hours from Tuesday to Sunday.

What about my morning coffee?

• • Don’t worry – Hasbeans, Market Cafe and Mona’s will be open at 8am Tuesday through Saturday so you can still get your morning coffee or breakfast before work! To access these two locations, please use the Talbot Street entrance (under the Market clock tower)

What if I have a question or need assistance on Monday/is the office open on Mondays?

• While the market itself is closed on Mondays, our office will be open from 9 AM to 5 PM. You’re welcome to call or reach out by email, and we’ll be happy to help.

Will special events still happen on Mondays?

• No, events and activities will be scheduled during our open hours from Tuesday to Sunday.

Event Rentals/can I book the kitchen or lounge or mezz on Mondays?

• Yes, you can book the kitchen, lounge, or mezzanine on Mondays for private meetings or group gatherings. However, there will be no events in these spaces on Mondays as the market will be closed. To inquire about availability and details, please reach out to our office.

Will the parking lot still be open on Mondays?

• Yes! The parking lot is accessible 24/7, 365 days a year, so you can still park there on Mondays.

Will you ever go back to being open on Mondays?

• For now, the Monday closure is a permanent change. It allows the local business owners to have a much-needed day off, so they can keep offering you the best products and services throughout the rest of the week.

Why not just shorten the hours on Monday instead of closing?

• While shortening the hours on Monday was considered, closing for the full day gives the local business owners a proper break. Since they run their own shops, having one full day off makes a bigger difference for their work-life balance. Plus, based on results from a third-party survey conducted over the past year, we learned that many of you prefer later shopping hours. With our new schedule, you can now shop after work from Tuesday to Saturday!

Customer Convenience

• We absolutely value our customers, and your feedback from our recent survey! That’s why we’re open six days a week with extended hours from Tuesday to Sunday. The decision to close on Mondays was made with the long-term sustainability of our local businesses in mind. This change gives the local business owners a dedicated day to rest, which ultimately means they can continue offering great service the rest of the week.