Practices

• MyPick® Verification: Ensures all vendors are local producers, not resellers, with certificates displayed to confirm authenticity.
• Market Vendor Certification Program: Free webinars on marketing, merchandising, and best practices for farmers' market success, including the '3P Principle' and booth display strategies.
• Food Safety Compliance: Adheres to Ontario regulations with risk-based practices for each product category, though public health inspections are recommended for compliance.
• Market Vendor Member Program: Offers insurance discounts, free certification access, and partner product benefits like Impact Canopy Canada supplies.

Offerings

• Fresh Produce: Fruits and vegetables from local growers, with seasonal availability based on harvest cycles.
• Value-Added Products: Baked goods, jams, preserves, honey, maple syrup, cider, and prepared foods for immediate consumption.
• Verified Quality: MyPick® certification guarantees products are directly sourced from local farms, not resellers.

Visiting and Buying

• Locations: Bloor-Borden MyMarket (539 Bloor St, Toronto) and East Lynn Park MyMarket (1949 Danforth Ave, Toronto). Note: These locations may not correspond to Combermere Farmer's Market; verify with the market directly for accurate details.
• Seasonal Availability: Dependent on local harvest cycles and vendor participation.
• Payment Options: Cash and credit accepted; e-transfer payment options apply for certain programs.

Education and Support

• Free E-Learning Modules: Cover marketing strategies, booth setup, and customer service best practices through the Ontario Market Vendor Certification Program.
• Vendor Resources: Access to insurance discounts, marketing tools, and community networking through the Market Vendor Member Program.
• Educational Webinars: Sessions on merchandising, customer service, and financial sustainability for market managers and vendors.