BC Association of Farmers' markets

Farmers' markets are quintessentially grassroots – they started from the ground up with people coming together to form a collective based on common interest, passion, and a desire to enjoy locally sourced food.

 

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Vendor Associate Membership

Vendor Associate Membership

Farmers' market vendors can join the BCAFM 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 Vendor Associate Members, 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 Vendor Associate application (260 KB)

Benefits include:

1. Access to group liability insurance

Group general liability insurance rates for BCAFM Vendor Associate Members are significantly less than privately purchased general liability insurance rates. Vendors must be members of a BCAFM farmers' market as well as BCAFM Vendor Associate Members to secure this insurance plan. Insurance covers all sales within Canada, including internet sales. 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 associate member insurance application (150 KB)
Click for vendor insurance package (490 KB)

2. 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.

Click to see benefit options

Contact: Jody C. Wright — Ocean Sun Financial — 1-604-932-3888

3. Discount on workshops and conference registration

As a Vendor Associate Member you'll receive an additional discount on BCAFM workshops and conferences — on top of your BCAFM Member discount!

4. Newsletter

Vendors will receive the Market Matters newsletter six times a year, a great source of news and information.