Tools & Resources Database
Our crop of tools and resources have been harvested from many sources and compiled here to help you cultivate and grow your farmers’ market and business. Whether you are a board member, market manager, or vendor, you will find a wide variety of useful reports, links, videos, and other documents to explore.
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10 Steps to Non-Optical AllyshipMiereille Cassandra Harper | Vogue | 2020
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A Profile of BC Farmers’ MarketsBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Profile of Farmer VendorsBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Profile of Farmers’ Market CustomersBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Profile of Market Vendors: Fruit & VegetableBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Profile of Market Vendors: Fruit FarmersBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Profile of Market Vendors: Meat ProducersBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Profile of Market Vendors: Vegetable FarmersBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2010)
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A Study of Alcohol Levels in Kombucha Products in BCBC Center for Disease Control & Provincial Health Services Authority (March 2020)
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Accessibility Project GrantDisability Alliance BC
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Agricultural Cooperatives – A Start Up GuideB.C. Ministry of Agriculture (2020)
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Agriculture–Population Linkage DataStatistics Canada's 2016 Census of Agriculture (2018)
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AgSafe BCAgSafe strives to create a safe and healthy work environment in BC agriculture through outreach and an active program of education, training and consultation in all regions of the province.
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Anti-Racism Toolkit for Farmers’ MarketsSundance Harvest & Collaborators | 2021
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Anti-Racist Reading ListIbram X. Kendi, Chicago Public Library | 2020
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Anti-racist resource materials reading listCompiled by Iron Dog Books | 2020
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Arts BCUseful links for non-profits, grants, and more
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B.C. Agri-Business Planning ProgramGovernment of BC
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B.C. Indigenous Agriculture Development ProgramNow in two streams: Stream 1 - Indigenous Governments, Communities and Organizations: Application Intake Closed. Please check back in April 2021 for the next program intake. Stream 2 - Indigenous Entrepreneurs
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B.C. Transition Toolkit for Non-Family Farm TransferYoung Agrarians | 2020
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BC Employment Standards BranchGovernment of BC
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BC Food System Policy DatabaseKwantlen Polytechnic University
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BC FoodWebA freely-accessible online portal designed to increase access to food systems research results and other resources for producers, processors, policy-makers, educators, and the general public.
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BC Good Agricultural Practices GuidesGovernment of BC
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BC Highway Signs for BC Farmers’ MarketsHow to arrange for motorist directional signage for your BCAFM member farmers’ market
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BC Institute of AgrologistsBCIA has over 1300 practicing Agrologists, who are professionals in areas including agriculture, food production, environment and resource management
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BC Non-Profit OrganizationsGovernment of BC
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BC Programs and Funding for BC Agriculture & Seafood Producers and ProcessorsAgriService BC
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BC Traceability – LivestockGovernment of BC
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BC Traceability Funding ProgramsThe goal of the Programs is to increase the adoption of traceability systems, practices, technologies and infrastructure across the agrifood and seafood sectors, enabling businesses to meet existing and emerging market and regulatory requirements.
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BCAFM Bylaws(March 29, 2021)
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BCAFM Constitution(December 13, 2017)
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BCAFM Farmers’ Market Budget TemplateKeep your farmers' market financial on track with this budget template from BCAFM
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BCAFM Farmers’ Market Membership Policy(November 3, 2018)
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Best Business Practices for Farmers Selling at BC Farmers’ Markets: SlidesBC Association of Farmers' Markets; Institute for Sustainable Food Systems at KPU (2017)
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Best Business Practices for Farmers Selling at BC Farmers’ Markets: WebinarBC Association of Farmers' Markets; Institute for Sustainable Food Systems at KPU (2017)
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Best Business Practices in Marketing for Farmers’ Market Farmers: Marketing ToolkitBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; Institute for Sustainable Food Systems at Kwantlen Polytechnic (2017)
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Best Business Practices in Marketing for Farmers’ Market Farmers: GuidebookSuccessful Farmers' Market Farmers in BC - Business Management Lessons from 15 Case Studies BC Association of Farmers’ Markets; Institute for Sustainable Food Systems at Kwantlen Polytechnic (2017)
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Beyond Inclusion: Equity in Public EngagementA guide for practitioners. Simon Fraser University (2020).
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Blow Your Own HornBCAFM conference workshop with Armstrong Farmers Market, Whole Green Heart (2016)
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Board Composition MatrixBritish Columbia College of Nursing Professionals (2020)
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Board Fundamentals: Board Diversity and InclusionVantage Point
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Building Connections: From Farm to RestaurantProject report from Institute for Sustainable Food Systems. KPU | May 2020
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Business and Financial PlanningBCAFM Strengthening Farmers' Markets Series Webinar #4 (Feb 2014)
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Business Continuity & COVID-19 Checklist for Small Businesses in B.C.Small Business BC | 2020
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Canada Revenue AgencyGovernment of Canada
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Canadian Agriculture PartnershipAgriculture and seafood producers and processors can access programs and funding to support their businesses.
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Canadian Experiences FundNational program that support communities across Canada as they create, improve or enhance tourism products, facilities and experiences - including culinary and farm-to-table experiences.
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Cannabis and Hemp Regulation in British Columbia: Factsheet for BC Farmers’ MarketsBC Association of Farmers' Markets (October 2020)
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Cannabis in British ColumbiaGovernment of British Columbia, 2019
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Cannabis in CanadaGovernment of Canada, 2019
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Canning Foods – Your Guide to Successful Canning (First Nations Health Authority)
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Chef Friendly Farmers’ Market StrategyBC Association of Farmers' Markets (2006)
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Classification of Products at the Cosmetic-Drug InterfaceGovernment of Canada | 2008
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Community Futures: North CaribooCommunity Futures offers three Community Funding Programs: Sponsorship Fund - up to $500, Facilities & Equipment Fund - up to $2500, Business & Entrepreneurship Fund - up to $5000.
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Community Places Funding Program (Northern Development)The Community Places program supports the creation, restoration or enhancement of community spaces that will improve amenities and enhance the overall quality of life. Eligible projects must be community oriented and accessible to all members of the community (not limited to a private membership). Quarterly intake.
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Community Spaces Funding – Co-opCo-op awards $2 million to projects across Western Canada every year. Categories include Recreation, Environmental Conservation, and Urban Agriculture.
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Community Supporter Toolkit—Support the Census of AgricultureStatistics Canada 2021
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Competitive Analysis and Market PositionBCAFM Strengthening Farmers' Markets Series Webinar #2 (Nov 2013)
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Connecting Your Market to the Growing Ethnic CommunityBCAFM conference workshop with Vancouver Farmers' Markets, hua foundation, Farmer Koo (2017)
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Cosmetic Ingredient HotlistGovernment of Canada | 2019
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Cosmetic Ingredient Hotlist – Prohibited and Restricted IngredientsList of ingredients that are prohibited for use in Cosmetics in Canada / Government of Canada, 2019
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Cosmetic Notification FormGovernment of Canada | 2016
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Cosmetic Regulations – Food and Drugs ActRegulations Respecting Cosmetics / Government of Canada, 2019
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Cosmetic Regulations – Frequently Asked QuestionsThis FAQ is an unofficial summary of the regulations applicable to cosmetics. / Government of Canada, 2015
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Cosmetics – Consumer Products and CosmeticsGovernment of Canada. Information on incident reporting, recalls and alerts, cosmetic information, product safety education and consumer product requirements.
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Cosmetics – How to Complete a Cosmetic Notification FormGovernment of Canada, 2017
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Cosmetics – Notification of Cosmetics to Health CanadaManufacturers and importers must notify Health Canada within 10 days after they first sell a cosmetic in Canada. / Government of Canada, 2017
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Cosmetics – Regulatory Information & CosmeticsGovernment of Canada, 2018
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Cosmetics advertising, labelling (including organic) and ingredientsHealth Canada (2017)
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Cosmetics Labelling – Consumer Product SafetyDescription of the requirements for cosmetic labels in Canada / Government of Canada (2014)
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Cosmetics, Soap and Body Products: BCAFM Conference WorkshopBCAFM conference workshop with Creston Valley Farmers' Market, Bodylove Bathworks (2016)
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Creating Accessible & Welcoming Events at BC Farmers’ Markets: The Mid-Autumn Harvest Festival Case StudyBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; hua foundation (2018)
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Creating Effective Leadership Through Better GovernanceBCAFM Strengthening Farmers' Markets Series Webinar #6 (Feb 2014)
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Cultural Infrastructure Funding Program (Northern Development)The Cultural Infrastructure program supports creation of, or the improvement of, arts, heritage, culture and creative innovation spaces. This program improves the access to, and quality of, professional arts and cultural facilities for residents and tourists alike. Quarterly intake.
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Delegations to Local CouncilsBCAFM conference workshop with White Rock Farmers' Market (2016)
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Destination BC’s Learning CentreDestination BC. Access free resources and tools, featured articles, guides, templates, and videos about social media marketing, digital marketing, experience development, and more
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Develop Your Marketing PlanBCAFM Strengthening Farmers' Markets Series Webinar #5 (April 2014)
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Displays Create a Lasting ImpressionCornell Cooperative Extension
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Diversity in Governance: A Toolkit for Nonprofit BoardsDiverseCity (2011)
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Duuo Vendor Insurance
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Economic and Social Benefits StudyBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; University of Northern BC (2012)
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Economic and Social Benefits Study – Final ReportBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; University of Northern BC (2012)
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Economic and Social Benefits Study – Summary ReportBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; University of Northern BC (2012)
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Economic Disaster Preparedness and RecoveryBC Economic Development Association (BCEDA)
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Economic Disaster Recovery Program – Resources for BusinessesBC Economic Development Association (BCEDA) (2018)
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Economic Infrastructure Funding Program (Northern Development)The Economic Infrastructure program supports projects of regional and local significance that contribute to economic growth and stronger communities. These projects include renovations or new construction of public multi-use facilities or capital investments that drive revenue and job creation within the community. Quarterly intake.
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Effective Leadership Board Governance – A Board Governance Training Manual [PDF]BC Association of Farmers' Markets; Vancity (2016)
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Effective Leadership Through Better Governance: A Board Governance Training Manual [Paper copy]BC Association of Farmers’ Markets; Vancity (2016)
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Ensuring Product Transparency: Toolkit for BC Farmers’ MarketsTabitha McLoughlin and the BC Association of Farmers' Markets (2020)
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Establishing and Operating a Community Farmers’ MarketUniversity of Kentucky College of Agriculture
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Evaluating Risk in Foods at Farmers’ MarketsFood Safety Magazine (2017)
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Extending the Season and Post-Harvest HandlingBCAFM conference workshop with Cropthorne Farm (2015)
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Fact Sheet on Race and Food Insecurity in CanadaPROOF Food Insecurity and Policy Research and FoodShare | 2019
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Farm Visit Checklist – TemplateBCAFM, 2019
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Farm/Ranch Wildfire – Tools and Resource pageClimate & Agriculture Initiative BC | 2020
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Farmers Market Co-Operatives – A Guide to Starting a Farmers’ Marketing Co-opBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; Vancity (2019)
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Farmers Marketing Co-Operatives and Farm Collectives – Market Manager’s GuideBC Association of Farmers’ Markets; Vancity (2019)
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Farmers’ Market InsuranceBCAFM farmers' market members are eligible to access group rates on Farmers’ Market Commercial General Liability Insurance and Farmers’ Market Directors and Officers Insurance
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Farmers’ Market Vendor Gross Sales: Example from The Heights Farmers’ MarketThe Heights Farmers' Market
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Farmers’ Markets, Community Supported Agriculture & The Local Food System in Nova Scotia: A Snapshot of Consumer Habits & PerceptionsDalhousie University (2020)
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Feedback and Insights on Farmer’s Markets – from the Health OfficersBCAFM conference presentation with Interior Health (2017)
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Finding Success with Your Online Farmers’ Market Store with Darren StottLocal Line. 2020.
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Food business activities that require a licence under the Safe Food for Canadians RegulationsGovernment of Canada, 2019
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Food Co-ops, Online Marketplaces and Farmers’ MarketsBCAFM conference workshop with Cowichan Valley Co-operative Marketplace (2015)
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Food Policy for CanadaMinister of Agriculture and Agri-Food (2019)
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Food Safety Assessment – Issue notes on a variety of foods (many found at BC farmers’ markets)BC Center for Disease Control (2020)
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Food Safety at Farmers’ Markets: updates and new developments on training and market requirementsBCAFM conference presentation with BC Centre for Disease Control, BC Ministry of Health, First Nations Health Authority, Interior Health Authority (2017)
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Food Safety Planning Portal for Food ProcessorsSmall Scale Food Processor Association
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Food Safety: Guidelines for the Sale of Foods at Temporary Food MarketsBC Centre for Disease Control (August, 2020)
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Food Stats – Agriculture DivisionStatistics Canada (2018)
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Food Systems Thinking – FEED Comox Valley: Institutional Supply ChainsBCAFM conference workshop with FEED Comox Valley (2015)
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Food Systems Thinking: Leveraging Connections to Transform Our Food SystemsBCAFM conference workshop with BC Food Systems Network (2015)
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FOODSAFE – find a classroom based courseFOODSAFE is a comprehensive food safety training program designed for the food service industry
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FOODSAFE – find an instructorFOODSAFE is a comprehensive food safety training program designed for the food service industry
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FOODSAFE – Level 1 expiry and recertificationAll FOODSAFE Level 1 certificates issued before July 29, 2013 in British Columbia expired on July 29, 2018
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FOODSAFE – take an online courseFOODSAFE is a comprehensive food safety training program designed for the food service industry
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FOODSAFE SecretariatThe FOODSAFE training program was developed cooperatively by government, business, health, safety, and education
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Frequently Asked Questions – Cosmetic RegulationsGovernment of Canada | 2015
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Funding Opportunities For British Columbian Agriculture and Agri-Food Producers, Processors, Innovators and AssociationsAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada | 2021
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Funding Opportunities for British Columbian Producers, Processors, Innovators and Industry DevelopersAgriculture and Agri-Food Canada, January 2019
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Getting Good Data – How to and Why to Track Vendor SalesBCAFM conference workshop with Comox Valley Farmers Market, Abbotsford Farm & Country Market (2015)
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Grant Funding Webinar: Demystifying Grant FundingVantage Point (2020)
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Grant Preparation ToolkitCo-created by Keela and Imagine Canada's Grant Connect
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Growing Resilience and Equity: A Food Policy Action Plan in the Context of COVID-19Food Secure Canada | 2019
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Guerilla InnovationsBCAFM conference workshop with Whole Hog Farm, Stellar Food Group (2016)
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Guide to Recruiting Through Anti-RacismHarbour West Consulting | 2021
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Guidebook to Indigenous ProtocolIndigenous Corporate Training Inc. (2019)
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Hand Sanitizer: Guide on Health Canada’s interim expedited licensing approach for the production and distribution of alcohol-based hand sanitizersGovernment of Canada (2020)
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Hatch & Hype Brand Guidelines
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Hatch & Hype Logo – Orange Background
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Hatch & Hype Logo – Orange Emblem Purple Wording
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Hatch & Hype Logo – Purple Emblem – Beige Wording
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Hatch & Hype Orientation
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Health & Food SafetyBCAFM webpage highlighting important food safety resources.
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Health and Safety requirements as an employer during COVID-19: For BC Farmers’ MarketsBC Association of Farmers' Markets (August 2020)
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Healthy Minds Healthy Farms ReportFarm Management Canada (2020). Exploring a connection between mental health and farm business management.
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Hear More Black VoicesBooks, radio interviews, TEDx talks, and documentaries featuring Black voices compiled by CBC | 2020
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Household Food Insecurity in Canada 2017/2018PROOF (2020)
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How Can we Bring our Indigenous Food Champions to the Market?BCAFM conference workshop with Vancouver Island Health, First Nations Wildcrafters BC (2015)
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How to be an Awesome Board MemberBCAFM conference workshop with Whole Green Heart (2015)
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How to complete a Cosmetic Notification formGovernment of Canada | 2017
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How to Host a Virtual AGM (Infosheet)Pacific Legal Education and Outreach Society & Charity Village | 2020
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How to Host a Virtual AGM (Webinar)Pacific Legal Education and Outreach Society & Charity Village | 2020
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Imagine CanadaFundraising information from Sector Source, a project of Imagine Canada and the legacy of the Nonprofit Library and Risk Management and Insurance and Liability Resource Centre
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Indigenous Agriculture and Food Systems InitiativeThis initiative will support Indigenous communities and entrepreneurs who are ready to launch agriculture and food systems projects and others who want to build their capacity to participate in the Canadian agriculture and agri-food sector. Proposals can be submitted at any time during the year until September 30, 2022. The initiative ends on March 31, 2023.
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Indigenous Canada CourseUniversity of Alberta | 2021
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Infosheet (SPANISH): Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of Migrant Agricultural Workers on Organic Farms in BC During COVID-19Fuerza Migrante and Susanna Klassen (University of British Columbia) (October 5, 2020)
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Infosheet: Supporting the Health and Wellbeing of Migrant Agricultural Workers on Organic Farms in BC During COVID-19Fuerza Migrante and Susanna Klassen (University of British Columbia) (October 5, 2020)
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Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – British Columbia – Community, Culture and Recreation InfrastructureEligible projects will support public infrastructure, defined as a tangible capital asset primarily for public use and benefit. To be eligible, projects must meet the following outcome. The project will improve access to and/or increased quality of cultural, recreational and/or community infrastructure for Canadians, including Indigenous peoples and vulnerable populations. Not-for-profits are eligible. Deadline to apply: October 1, 2020
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Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – British Columbia – Community, Culture and Recreation Infrastructure
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Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – British Columbia – Rural and Northern Communities InfrastructureEligible projects will support public infrastructure, defined as a tangible capital assets primarily for public use and benefit. Potentially eligible projects include those that improve food security and/or access to and/or increased quality of cultural, recreational and/or community infrastructure for Canadians, including Indigenous peoples and vulnerable populations. Deadline to apply: October 22, 2020
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Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program – British Columbia – Rural and Northern Communities Infrastructure
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Labelling – Food Labelling for IndustryCanada Food Inspection Agency
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Labelling – General Principles for Labelling and AdvertisingCanadian Food Inspection Agency
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Labelling of Cosmetics – Consumer product safetyGovernment of Canada | 2014
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Liquor & Cannabis Regulation BranchGovernment of British Columbia, 2019
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Liquor Control & Licensing FormsGovernment of BC
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Liquor Sales – Policy Directive Re: Expansion of (Farmers’) Market eligibility criteriaLiquor Control and Licensing Branch (October 2, 2015)
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Liquor Sales – Policy Directive Re: Liquor sales at farmers’ marketsBC Liquor Control and Licensing Branch (June 21, 2014)
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Liquor Sales at BC Farmers’ Markets – FAQ
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Liquor Sales at Farmers’ MarketsAs of June 21, 2014, beer, wine, cider and spirits can be sampled and sold alongside fresh fruits and veggies at BC farmers’ markets
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List of Black American food justice organizationsCompiled by Civil Eats | 2020
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List of Canadian Black organizations and anti-racist groupsCompiled by Huffington Post | 2020
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List of hand sanitizers authorized by Health CanadaHealth Canada has compiled and published a list of antiseptic/antibacterial skin cleansers or hand sanitizers that meet Health Canada's requirements for safety, effectiveness and quality.
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Lobbying in British Columbia for non-profits: What you need to know[Webinar] The Office of the Registrar of Lobbyists for British Columbia held a webinar on August 27, 2020, outlining what non-profits need to know when it comes to their obligations under the Lobbyists Transparency Act – whether they need to register lobbying activities, and what to include in their registration.
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Local Community FoundationsCommunity foundations help guide volunteer efforts and financial support to where it will have the greatest impact. Connect with your local community foundation to learn more about the difference they’re making and the best way to contribute to make your community a better place.
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Local Food Infrastructure FundInfrastructure and Equipment Improvement Projects | Government of Canada, 2020
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Manufacturer Liquor Sales at Artisan, Farmers and Annual Markets – Note to liquor vendors at markets during COVID-19Liquor & Cannabis Regulation Branch (April 16, 2020)
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Market Manager Job Posting SampleThis sample job posting is provided by the BC Association of Farmers’ Markets to serve as a guide for member markets’ hiring a market manager. It was adapted from a posting by The Junction Farmers’ Market and BCAFM content. PLEASE NOTE: Content is provided for sample purposes only - please adjust according to your own needs.
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Market Manager Training ManualBC Association of Farmers' Markets (2010)
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Marketing Lessons Learned with the Comox Valley Farmers’ MarketBCAFM conference workshop with Comox Valley Farmers' Market (2015)
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Marketing Your Farmers’ MarketBCAFM conference workshop with Whole Green Heart (2015)
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MarketSafePromotional video (2015)
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MarketSafe – find a classroom based courseThis program provides training on food safety and safe food handling procedures for market vendors, managers, farmers, food processors, and others who may make, bake or produce food products for temporary markets (e.g. farmers’ markets, artisan markets)
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MarketSafe – take the course onlineThis program provides training on food safety and safe food handling procedures for market vendors, managers, farmers, food processors, and others who may make, bake or produce food products for temporary markets (e.g. farmers’ markets, artisan markets)
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MarketSafe OnlineBCAFM conference workshop with Open School BC (2015)
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Mediate BCDid you know, a mediator can be appointed if a matter cannot be resolved in a timely manner. Not sure who to hire as a mediator? Mediate BC is a not-for-profit organization funded by the Government of BC and the Law Foundation that protects the public by managing the province’s designated roster of mediators and med-arb practitioners. You can learn more at where they also have a directory of conflict resolution practitioners.
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Merchandising Best Practices – Photos to Inspire Your Best Booth EverBCAFM conference workshop with Whole Green Heart (2016)
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Music BC Travel GrantsMusic BC Travel Grants provide assistance to BC based artists to participate in touring and showcasing initiatives domestically and internationally, and BC based companies and individuals undertaking business travel activities in support of the BC music community.
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Natural and Non-prescription Health ProductsGovernment of Canada
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Natural Health Products (NHP) and FoodCanada Food Inspection Agency
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Navigating and Communicating During a Crisis ToolkitBC Association of Farmers' Markets (2016)
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Non-Profit Advisors ProgramColumbia Basin Trust. Get support to make your non-profit organization stronger, by increasing capacity, becoming more sustainable and efficient.
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Northern Development Initiative Trust – Fabulous Festivals and Events GrantsThe Fabulous Festivals and Events program provides annual grant funding to support unique festivals and events throughout the region that contribute to service sector revenues in the local economy. The program supports festivals and events that promote northern B.C. as a destination for cultural tourism. Projects undertaken through this program aim to improve the sustainability and expansion of hosting capacity of festivals and events throughout the region, increase tourism revenues and improve community quality of life.
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Occupational Health and Safety: For BC Farmers’ Markets [FAQ]BC Association of Farmers' Markets (October 2020)
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On-Farm Food Safety ProgramThis 5-year program provides up to $10,000 in funding to on-farm businesses such as food farmers, producers, packers, and ranchers in BC who want to earn food safety certifications and implement food safety improvement activities.
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Online Conference Tools for BC Farmers’ MarketsBC Association of Farmers' Markets, 2020
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Organic Certification – Q & A for Market Managers and VendorsCanada Organic Trade Association / Think Canada Organic
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Organic Certification Regulation GuidelinesBC Ministry of Agriculture (August 2019)
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Organic Food Growing: Toolkit for Growing Organic FoodCertified Organic Associations of British Columbia
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Organic products: For food, seed and animal feed sold between provinces or territoriesCanadian Food Inspection Agency (2020)
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Organic Regulations Tool Kit for Farmers’ Market ManagersBC Association of Farmers’ Markets, BC Ministry of Agriculture (2018)
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Organics – What is Certified Organic?BCAFM webpage highlighting organics in BC.
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Pack Your ProductFind packaging suppliers quickly and efficiently
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Planning for Successful Farmers’ Markets in Towns and Cities: Best Practices Guide for MunicipalitiesBC Association of Farmers’ Markets (2016)
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Podcast with Tips on Running an Effective Annual General Meeting (AGM)Vantage Point (2017)
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Post-Farm Food Safety ProgramThis 5-year program provides up to $20,000 in funding to BC food and beverage manufacturing facilities, leading toward the implementation of activities which directly encourage stronger food safety practices.
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PRESERVESafePRESERVESafe offers safe food preservation training, tips and resources so you can learn how to preserve food for year round enjoyment
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ProcessSafeBCAFM conference presentation with the Health Protection Branch, BC Ministry of Health (2017)
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Programs and Services Available to New Farmers in BCAgriService BC
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Protecting BC’s FarmlandBCAFM conference workshop with University of Northern BC (2016)
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Provincial Sales Tax: Bulletin PST 003 – Small SellersGovernment of BC
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Provincial Sales Tax: Small Business Guide to PSTGovernment of BC
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Public Markets and Community Health: An ExaminationProject for Public Spaces (2006)
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Putting it in writing: Getting started with policies and proceduresCharity Village (2013)
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Reimagining Your MarketBCAFM conference workshop with Slow Food USA (2017)
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Rock My Business Plan workshopsFuturpreneur Canada
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Safe Food for Canadians Regulations (SOR/2018-108)Government of Canada, 2019
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Sample – Haney Farmers Market Food Trucks and Concessions Vendor ApplicationHaney Farmers Market Society (2019)
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Sample – Haney Farmers Market Youth Vendor ApplicationHaney Farmers Market Society (2019)
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Sample – Mission City Farmers Market Backyard Gardener AgreementMission City Farmers Market (2012)
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Sample – Penticton Farmers’ Market’s Policies, Rules and RegulationsPenticton Farmers’ Market Society (2019)
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Sample – Squamish Farmers’ Market Jury ProcessSquamish Farmers' Market Association (2012)
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Sample – Squamish Farmers’ Market Winter Market Vendor ApplicationSquamish Farmers' Market Association (2012)
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Sample – Vancouver Farmers Market Prepared Food Vendor Interest FormYour Local Farmers Markets Society (2017)
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Sample – Vancouver Farmers Market Primary Producer Vendor Interest FormYour Local Farmers Markets Society (2019)
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Sample – Vancouver Farmers Market Vendor HandbookYour Local Farmers Markets Society (December 2018)
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Sample – Vancouver Farmers’ Markets Vendor Collective Application FormVancouver Farmers Markets (2019)
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Sample – Wild Harvesting Vendor Best Practices from UBC Farmers’ Market Vendor GuideUBC Farm Market Guide, Pg 11, 2019
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Save Time, Shop Online! How to Sustain an Online Farmers’ MarketBCAFM Webinar Recording (September 24, 2020)
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Selling at BC’s Farmers’ Markets Series: A Guide For New Farmer VendorsDavid J. Connell, School of Environmental Planning, University of Northern British Columbia; Christopher Hergesheimer, Farmers’ Market Consultant for the BC Association of Farmers' Markets (2011)
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Selling online at BC Farmers’ Markets with Local LineBCAFM Webinar Recording (June 23, 2020)
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SignupVolunteer signup/scheduling platform.
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Sponsorship package template for Farmers’ MarketsNorth Fraser Farmers' Market Society (2020)
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Starting A New Farmers’ Market in Nova ScotiaFarmers' Markets of Nova Scotia
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Strategic Organizational PlanningBCAFM Strengthening Farmers' Markets Series Webinar #7 (March 2014)
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Strategies for Market Diversification Through Institutional Selling: UBC FarmBCAFM conference workshop with the Centre for Sustainable Food Systems at UBC Farm (2016)
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Strategies for Successful Product PricingBCAFM conference workshop with Whole Green Heart (2015)
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Striving for a Healthy Sustainable Food System
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Supporting Business Adaptation During COVID-19 Case Study (BCAFM)Simon Fraser University | 2020
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Survive or Thrive? A Small Market ForumBCAFM conference workshop with Lytton Two Rivers Market, WoodGrain Farm (2015)
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Sustainable Consumption for All: Improving the Accessibility of Sustainably-Produced Foods in CanadaFood Secure Canada (2019)
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Taking Action on Board Diversity: Five Questions to Get You StartedBoardSource (2017)
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The Core Business of Farmers’ MarketsBCAFM Strengthening Farmers' Markets Series Webinar #1 (Nov 2013)
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The Right to Eat: Tackling Racism & Inequality in the Food SystemWebinar Recording | UBC Farm: Centre for Sustainable Food Systems | 2020
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Tips for Dealing with ConflictA general overview of how to deal more effectively with conflict in your professional and personal lives
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Tips on Starting a Farmers’ MarketFarmers' Markets Ontario
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Top 10 Steps to Prepare Your Business for EvacuationBC Economic Development Association (BCEDA)
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Understanding the Principles of TraceabilityRoss Food Consulting (2017)
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Vancity enviroFund™Provides an opportunity to organizations and businesses to create the solutions for individuals to live lighter (ex. reducing waste at your market).
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Vendor “I Speak” Language SignBC Association of Farmers' Markets
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Vendor Insurance ProgramThe BCAFM Vendor Insurance Program is designed to help vendors protect and grow their business. By joining the Program you'll receive access to group rates on Commercial General Liability Insurance, with annual premiums starting at $160.00, with a $5 million Limit of Liability Protection
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Vendor Marketing: Ideas for Promotions, Advertising and MarketingThe New Farmers' Market: Farm-Fresh Ideas for Producers, Managers & Communities
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Virtual AGMs: Yes, you can!A guide to host virtual Annual General Meetings. / Ontario Nonprofit Network (2020)
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Waste Reduction & Compostable Packaging – Vendors GuideYellowknife Farmers' Markets, 2019
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Waste Wise Farmers’ Market HandbookCenter for Urban Education About Sustainable Agriculture (2008)
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Waste Wise Farmers’ Market HandbookCenter for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture, 2008
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Webinar: COVID Emergency & Recovery Funding (Real Operating Revenue Opportunities for Farmers’ Markets Series)BC Association of Farmers' Markets (July 22, 2020)
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Webinar: Ongoing Operating Revenues (Real Operating Revenue Opportunities for Farmers’ Markets Series)BC Association for Farmers' Market (August 12, 2020)
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Webinar: Your Budget Tells Your Market Story [Slides & Resource Links][Slides and resource links only] In this webinar, Heather O'Hara from the BC Association of Farmers' Markets and Melissa Maltais from Fraser North Farmers' Market Society discuss practical tips and tools to gear up for budget planning season, from crafting your financial tale to presenting to your financial board.
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Webinar: Your Budget tells your Market Story!BC Association of Farmers' Markets; Fraser North Farmers' Market Society (2020) In this webinar, Heather O'Hara from the BC Association of Farmers' Markets and Melissa Maltais from Fraser North Farmers' Market Society discuss practical tips and tools to gear up for budget planning season, from crafting your financial tale to presenting to your financial board.
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What happens if a farmers’ market experiences an exposure of COVID-19? Navigating Operations & CommunicationsA guide designed for BCAFM member farmers' markets to navigate operations and communications in case of a confirmed exposure of COVID-19 at a BC member farmers' market. BC Association of Farmers' Markets | 2020
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What We Learnt About Doing an Online AGM (Annual General Meeting)Center for Community Organizations (2020)
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When Things Don’t Work: Some Insights into Why Farmers’ Markets CloseOregon State University (2006)
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Why We Can’t Separate Justice and Sustainability in the Food SystemArticle | Rafter Ferguson | Union of Concerned Scientists
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Working with Local Governments 101BCAFM conference workshop with Creston Valley Farmers Market, Creston City Councillor (2015)
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Workplace Bullying and Harassment: Resource tool kitWork Safe BC