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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

WHAT ARE THE MARKET HOURS OF OPERATION?

For the Summer Farmers' Market:

This Market is held each Saturday from the middle of June through Labour Day Weekend, for a total of 12 market days. 

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Hours of Operations:

  • Saturday 09 am - 12:30 pm​

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For the Christmas in the Country Farmers' Market:

This Market is an indoor/outdoor event held the first weekend of November at the Jaffray Community Hall.  

 

Hours of Operation: 

  • Saturday 10 am - 4 pm 

  • Sunday 10 am - 3 pm

HOW DO I CONTACT THE FARMERS' MARKET?

We appreciate your interest and look forward to talking with you.

ARE PETS ALLOWED?

Please note that, as per our agreement with the Baynes Lake Community Society, vendors and customers are not allowed to bring pets to the Market.  Exceptions are made for service and support animals. 


Water dishes are at both entrances and we have shaded parking at South end of the facility.  Ask one of our friendly parking assistants for directions.

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Please do not leave pets unattended in vehicles on hot summer days.

WHERE CAN I PARK?

If you require directions, Market assistants will be on-site directing traffic to the designated parking area.  Our assistants are local teens so please be kind.

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Handicap parking is available, ask our assistants for location.


Parking is not permitted on the roads adjacent to the Market, or where otherwise indicated by the no parking signage and parking pylons.  Of particular importance there is no parking on roads leading into the Baynes Lake Firehall.

WILL THERE BE MUSIC AT THE MARKET?

We love music! Be sure to swing by the Market Stage and enjoy the show!

Check out our Market Music page for more information and how to register if you are a musician!

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Remember, the musicians rely on gratuities, so please leave a little something in their tip jar!

ARE VENDORS FROM OUTSIDE BC WELCOME AT YOUR MARKET?

Absolutely.

HOW DO I REGISTER AS A VENDOR FOR THE MARKET?

Registration is required for each new season to ensure our records are up to date.


Just visit our website www.jblfm.ca/vendors and follow the prompts.

WHAT IS A SEASONAL VENDOR?

A "Seasonal Vendor" registers for 10+ markets and prepays for the season.


They will be  invited to a "Streamlined Check In Process" and have a regular reserved space.  


This means they will not need to line up in the morning and can go directly to their reserved space via the south entrance.  Saving them time that can be better spent perfecting their booth, enjoying the pancake breakfast, or grabbing a few precious zzzzz's. :)

WHAT ARE THE VENDORS FEES?

The following are the fees for the Summer Market Season.

  • Annual admin fee: $15.00

    • Junior Vendors (16 and under) are exempt.

  • 10 x 10 market space: $25.00/market day

    • Vendors are welcome to purchase more than one space

    • Junior Vendors have a discounted price of $20.00/market day

  • Food trucks/trailers: $45.00/market day

  • Canopy Rental: $20.00/market day

    • Includes: Canopy, weights and set up/take down.

    • Limited quantities, please reserve early.  

    • Payment is required in advance​

DO VENDORS NEED LIABILITY INSURANCE?

Liability insurance is not a requirement to attend the market. However it is recommended you carry your own coverage as you are operating a business.  If you do get coverage, have the Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers' Market listed as "coinsured".

WHAT CAN I SELL AT THE MARKET?

We welcome all home-grown and hand-crafted products such as farm and garden produce, preserves and frozen meals, artwork and crafts in all mediums, recycled creations and clothing, health and beauty products, food vendors and trucks, bakers and candle makers. Small retail and service businesses are also included but are limited.

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Just keep in mind the Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers Market is not a flea market or garage sale.

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If in doubt, go ahead and register as all registrations are reviewed.

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Plastics used, for your products, must adher to the Federal and Provincial regulations.  Click here for more details.

HOW DO VENDORS SET UP?

Vendors will enter the Market via the paved entrance off the Jaffray Baynes Lake Road in front of the Baynes Lake Hall.  Look for the JBLFM flag. 

Market assistants will be on site for check in beginning at 7:00 am with directions to your stall location. 

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At 08:45 am this entrance will be closed and barricades will be put in place. Unload at your designated space before setting up and then move your vehicle to the parking area.  Please be polite and patient with other vendors when moving your material and vehicles.

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We know that many of the Vendors have been attending for years and have preferences as to location.  We will do our best to accommodate your requests.

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Please do not start to pack up your goods before 12:30 PM (closing time).  Experienced vendors will tell you that many sales are made in the last minutes before closing.  Your cooperation in this is appreciated!

WHAT SHOULD VENDORS BRING?

Vendors need everything to set up their market stall.  Including but not limited to; 


  • Table(s) and chairs

  • Canopy and weights (spaces are 10' x 10')

    • A limited number of canopies are available for rent

  • Signage and/or displays

  • Poly plastic in case of rain

  • There is no electricity but portable battery power sources are permitted

WHAT ARE THE RULES FOR FOOD AND BEVERAGE VENDORS?

As a food vendor you are responsible for understanding and adhering to all Interior Health Guidelines.  

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For Low Risk Foods, it is recommended you display a sign clearly stating that "This food has been prepared in a kitchen that is not inspected by a regulatory authority".  

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For High Risk and Food Trucks, you must provide Market Management with a copy of the Letter of Confirmation or Operating Permit, provided to you by BC Interior Health. ​

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Market Management has the right to refuse entry to any vendor who does not follow Interior Health Guidelines.


To sell alcohol at the Market, vendors are required to submit and display a copy of their Liquor License listing the dates and locations.

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Please ensure that:

  • Food handlers observe good personal hygiene

  • Food products should be protected from sources of contamination at all times. Including contact by pets, during storage and display at the market.

  • Display cases, counters, and shelves are made from easily cleanable material, maintained in good condition and cleaned as often as necessary.

  • A fire extinguisher is available if you are utilizing fuel or power sources.

  • Plastic use, for your products, must adher to the Federal and Provincial regulations.  Click here for more details.

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