Concordia Farmers’ Market
Established in 2014, the Concordia Farmers’ Market is the main provider of fresh local, direct-to-market products for the 40 000+ daily eaters on campus. Come visit us next market day and sample what’s on offer by the many incredible growers and makers in the Concordia community!
Our 2024 Schedule & Locations
Loyola Campus (NDG)
3pm-6pm on Tuesdays, June 25th – August 27th
7141 Sherbrooke O, Montreal, Quebec, H4B 1R6
We are located on Sherbrooke, in front the Chapel and across from the Library building
Nearest metro: Vendome or Villa Maria (orange line) and then take the 162 or 105 bus
SGW Campus (Downtown)
3pm-6pm on Wednesdays, September 4th – October 30th
1400 Maisonneuve Blvd W, Montreal, Quebec H3G 1M8
We are located outside the Fourth Space of Concordia University, on the corner of De Maisonneuve and MacKay street
Nearest metro: Guy-Concordia (Green-line)
OUR CSA BASKET PARTNER PROGRAMS
The Concordia Farmers’ Market will not have CSA drop points on campus this season. Here are some great programs close to campus that we recommend:
Coop les Jardins de la Resistance – (Pickup near Loyola)
Coop au bout – Partnership with McGill Farmers Market (Downtown pickup)
Champs qui chantent (Plateau and Villeray area pickups)
Hamidou Horticulture (Jean Talon area pickups)
Fermier.ière de famille (find a convenient pick up anywhere in Montreal)
What even is a CSA?
Community Supported Agriculture is a partnership of mutual commitment between our farm partners and you. CSA Members sign-up in advance for a share of a diverse array of vegetables, fruit and herbs that will be available each week from June through November. CSA members are vital partners in making local sustainable agriculture possible, as these early payments mean enough money to buy seeds, farm supplies, and plan for labor and growing expenses at the start of the season.
A CSA membership is an affordable and convenient way to get fresh, farm-direct, local produce. Local CSA farmers don’t transport produce long distances and only harvest at the peak of ripeness and flavor. This means better flavor and more nutrient-rich produce for you and your household.
Our Market Partners, Vendors & Products
The Concordia Farmers Market strives to elevate and empower students, farmers and makers because they are vital leaders in creating resilient local food systems. We are committed to social, environmental and economic justice and so, we host vendors whose products align with our commitment as well as sell products that meet the needs and desires of our community.
At the weekly fall markets we will have on offer products ranging from:
- Urban / hyper local vegetables (lettuce, tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, etc)
- Fruit & berries
- Honey & associated products
- Cheese
- Conserves & Condiments
- Bread & baked goods
- Flowers
- Chocolate
- Dry goods (grains, dried fruit, etc)
- Prepared or transformed foods
- Grab and go meals
- Grab and go beverages (coffee, tea, cold juices)
- Handy crafts (jewelry, painting, sculpture, candles, soap)
Learn more about how to apply as a market vendor
Market Dollars Program
Introducing the CFM Market Dollars Program, launching at the Concordia Farmers’ Market’s two locations: SGW and Loyola. This exciting initiative is the result of a collaborative effort between the CFM, the CFC, and local food groups to enhance the market experience for students and the community alike.
Here’s a breakdown of how the program operates:
Market Dollars Distribution: CFM, in partnership with local food organizations, will distribute Market Dollars to students. These Market Dollars will serve as an alternative form of currency, allowing students to make purchases at our market stalls during the fall season. Stay tuned during the month of September to find out where you can have a chance to pick up market dollars on campus!
Supporting Local Vendors and Increasing Food Security: By using Market Dollars, students directly contribute to the success of our local vendors and farmers. This program aims to boost food security in our community by making market dollars available for students to redeem.
Seasonal Availability: The CFM Market Dollars Program is season-specific, aligning with the market’s operating schedule. Make sure to redeem your dollars before our last market day, November 1st!
Our Social, environment and economic sustainability priorities:
Low-Zero Waste products
Low or Zero waste should be created at the production or at the consumption level. Vendors are encouraged to use paper bags, compostable bags or to sell reusable bags at their stands. Ideally all waste made at the market itself should be recyclable, reusable or compostable.
Non-transformed Food
While we do not require a certification for organic goods and produce, only vendors that do not use toxic chemicals in the growing process will be accepted. In order to be considered local, the produce sold at the market should be grown at no more than 200km of the borders of the island of Montreal.
Transformed food
In order to be considered local, the food should be prepared in no more than 200km of the borders of the island of Montreal and use at least 50% of elements produced within the regulations of the “non-transformed food” section above.
Non-food items
In order to be considered local, a reasonable effort to source at least 50% of the material within Quebec’s borders should be made and the items should be transformed within a 200km radius outside the borders of the island of Montreal.