About the market
Community, Food and Education
The McGill Farmers' Market is a weekly market and a gathering spot for students, faculty, and community members to discover healthy, local and sustainably produced foods. With more than ten local suppliers, the Market provides the opportunity for downtown residents to connect to the agricultural community of Quebec. Products include organic produce, homemade preserves, baked goods and breads, honey, fair-trade coffee and teas, eggs, maple products, and more.
Our story
2008: RETHINK CONFERENCE
The idea of the Market was explored during the Rethink Conference in 2008, which is hosted annually by the Environment Committee and provides an opportunity to discuss and prioritize environmental issues at McGill. The Market was formed using an ad-hoc method, drawing on support from students, faculty, and staff.
2009: THE FIRST MARKET
The first Market took place in Fall 2009 in Three Bares Park. It’s first student coordinators were Reva Eskinazi and Cynthia Beaudry. In 2010, the Market moves from Three Bares Park to McTavish Street, establishing weekly operating hours on Thursdays from 12-5p.
2011: INCEPTION OF CSA PROGRAM
In 2011, the McGill Farmers’ Market launches its first Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) program. The Market offered twenty baskets to students, faculty, and staff. After a successful first year, the Market doubles the number of baskets offered through our CSA program in 2012.
2015: THE KOHLRABI COLLECTIVE
Market Coordinator, Matthew McCormick, undertakes an applied student research project that leads to the inception of the Kohlrabi Collective. The Collective seeks to establish self-reinforcing partnerships and overcome group challenges through collaboration between the Market, Organic Campus, and MSEG. At the 6th Annual Catalyst Awards, the Kohlrabi Collective is recognized by the McGill Office of Sustainability with the Catalyst Award for Student Research.
Our team
Tamiyana Roemer (she/her)
PROMOTIONS & OUTREACH COORDINATOR
Hi everyone! My name is Tamiyana, and I am thrilled to be this year’s Promotions and Outreach Coordinator. The market is such a rich space for inspiration and community. I’m so proud to be supporting sustainable food systems and local creativity at our beautiful campus.
Dharini Sridev (she/her)
Finance COORDINATOR
Hi!! My name is Dharini and I’m the Finance Coordinator for this year's market. I am so excited to be part of a team that helps support local vendors and sustainable food systems, especially on campus!
Noor Alabed (she/her)
Market Coordinator
Hellooo everyone! My name is Noor and I am so excited to be a Market Coordinator this year. I am so happy to help make the market a vibrant and inclusive space + to support a sustainable economy on campus!
Renée Lattig-Bayona (she/her)
Market Coordinator
Hi everyone! My name is Renee and I’m one of this year's market coordinators. I’m so excited to contribute to sustainable consumption here on campus. I think everyone should have access to good, locally grown food that supports the well-being of our planet!
Our stakeholders
Amelia Brinkerhoff, Sustainability Strategist at the McGill Office of Sustainability
Brian Karasick, Senior Campus Planner at Campus Space & Planning
Dr. Caroline Begg, Faculty Lecturer and Director of Stage, Farm Management and Technology Program
Dr. Vikram Bhatt, Professor of Architecture
Oliver De Volpi, Executive Chef at McGill Food & Dining Services
Mary Hendrickson-Nelson, Faculty Lecturer and Dietetics Stage Clinical Coordinator