The Sackville Farmers’ Market AGM will take place on Wednesday, March 25 at the Tantramar Civic Centre.
All vendors and community members are welcome to attend. The AGM is a great opportunity to hear what’s been happening at the market, learn more about how it operates, share ideas, and get involved.
We’ll also be welcoming individuals and businesses to support the market through community memberships, offering a way to stay connected and play a more active role in our local food community.
Everyone with an interest in the market is encouraged to join us — we’d love to see you there!

Are you organized, passionate, and interested in supporting local producers?

The Sackville Farmers' Market is looking for someone to manage their Saturday market and be the 'go-to' person for both vendors and customers.

The manager is responsible for overseeing the running of the market on Saturday mornings; duties during non-market hours include, but are not limited to, administrative tasks, marketing, and outreach.


Responsibilities


Market Days:

• Set up and breakdown of Saturday Farmers' Market, indoors in the winter and outdoors in the summer.
• Be visible and accessible to vendors and customers during Farmers' Market hours.
• Collect, record, and deposit vendor fees. Report this information weekly, to the market’s Treasurer.

Administration & Communications:

• Create weekly schedule and vendor map.
• Organize and keep accurate vendor profile information.
• Handle/ assess new vendor inquiries, and orient new vendors.
• Communicate with vendors about special events or circumstances.
• Coordinate communications across various platforms, including the website, Facebook and Instagram.
• Liaise with Public Health and relay relevant information to vendors.
• Interpret and enforce market Rules and Regulations consistently and fairly, and address or forward complaints and/or disputes as necessary.

Reporting and market-building:

• Report monthly to the Sackville Farmers' Market Board of Directors and annually at Farmers' Market general meetings.
• Assist Board and Market Committees to develop promotions, marketing, and special programming.
• Work to make the market as efficient as possible and to optimize the work of the Market Manager.

Requirements

• Essential to be on-site Saturdays 7am-2pm throughout the year as well as additional Friday night markets as scheduled.
• Interest in and knowledge of local food, artisan, and market communities.
• Reliable, friendly, self-motivated, organized, good self- and time-management.
• Proficient in professional communication and interpersonal skills, with experience in conflict resolution.
• Strong leadership skills.
• Able to work with a volunteer board and non-profit organization.
• Competence with computer programs such as Excel, email and social media.
• Available for phone and email contact throughout the week (phone and computer will be provided).
• Physical capabilities to set up and move tables, work outside in the wintertime, walk between indoor and outdoor market location repeatedly.
• Bilingualism (English and French) is an asset
• Car and a valid driver’s license.

Details

• Part-time: 20 hours per week
• $20/hour
• Work Location: In-person in Sackville, NB
• Casual dress
• Flexible schedule
• Work from home

To Apply: Please apply by sending a cover letter and resume to the Hiring Committee by email to 
sackvillemarketdirectors@gmail.com

Deadline for applications is Feb 7, 2026.

This weekend is the Tantramar Titans Ladies Tournament! We expect a busy day for parking. If you are a market cutomer and are unable to find parking during peak hours, here are a few suggestions of nearby parking areas if you're able to park and walk to the market.

Find the Sackville Farmers' Market this winter at the Tantramar Veterans Memorial Civic Centre, 182 Main Street in Sackville, NB in the upper level for all your local groceries, goodies and more!

Doors will open at 9am to allow vendors to setup in our new space. It will be a busy morning and we appreciate your patience! Market hours remain the same year-round. You can join us every Saturday from 9am -12pm, rain or shine.

We're so excited to welcome you to our new winter home! Please be patient as we adjust to this new location and expect a few changes to our layout over the next few weeks.


Thank you to the Municipality of Tantramar for working with us to find a space for the Sackville Farmers' Market this season! After a difficult search for a new winter location, we're so thankful to find a home at the Tantramar Veterans Memorial Civic Centre for our local farmers and small businesses this season. We hope this will be a wonderful winter for the whole community!

Saturday, November 1st, 2025:
Indoors this weekend:
3B's Honey
3DM Crafts
Blooms & Brush
Café Flyé
Crystal Lotus Creations
Eva Lo
Hardy’s Produce
In My Doghouse Treats
Island Vibes
Joan & Ralph Smith
Jolicure Farm
Just by Nature
Kaeli Cook Pottery
Kathleen Knits
Ketchup with That Kitchen
Lakeview Newville Farm
Le Shmoo Boutique
Lighthouse Baking
Little Shemogue Oyster Co
Nature’s Route Farm
Seniors for Cl!mate
Sweet Comfort Designs
The Dainty Pickle
Turnings By Skip
Wysmykal Farm

Outdoors this Saturday:
Dixon’s Farm Fresh Beef
East Meats West Butchers
Portage Pork Plus

Away this Weekend:
Essers European Style Bakery
Red Roof Ranch Micro Bakery
Indian Food Lovers

On November 1st, 2025 the Sackville Farmers' Market will move to its new winter home at the Tantramar Veterans Memorial Civic Centre (182 Main Street in Sackville, NB). Find all of your favourite local vendors in the upper level of the Civic Centre every Saturday morning, 9am-12pm with all your local groceries, gifts and more!

The Market will return to the park May 2026.

Thank you to the Municipality of Tantramar for providing a space for the Sackville Farmers' Market this winter!
Artwork by Mary Coates

July brought plenty of sunshine and good times at the Sackville Farmers' Market! The farmstands are looking increasingly colourful with the addition of fresh produce- from greens, radishes and raspberries, and we have had many new additions to our crafting vendors!
The Sackville Farmers' Market is a great way to connect with your community, support local businesses, and to pick up a little treat for the weekend from one of our many bakeries. Whether you're a weekly customer or just passing by, we love to be part of your Saturday morning!

Located at the Bill Johnstone Memorial Park every Saturday from 9am-12pm.

Do you have an extra hour Saturday mornings? Do you want to support your community? We have flexible opportunities for you!
Positions Available:

• Greeting community members
• Helping at the Market Information Booth
• Supporting with setup and tear down
  
• Assisting with special events
  

Contact Mimi at sackvillemarketvolunteer@gmail.com to get involved or for more information!