June Indigenous Market in the works

In collaboration with local community groups, and in conjunction with National Indigenous Month, the Creemore Farmers’ and Craft Market is hosting a one-day Indigenous Market on June 16.

“We hope to make this an annual event offering the space around the Station on the Green and the Village Green to Indigenous crafters, makers, chefs, artisans and performers to allow them to share Indigenous cultural experiences with local residents and tourists alike,” said market manager Peta Christen. “If successful, long terms plans allow for expansion to a two-day event. We hope to attract Indigenous artisans and crafters to the farmers’ market on a regular basis to create a more diverse and inclusive market.”

With the assistance of Indigenous Tourism Ontario and the Collingwood Indigenous Circle, and in consultation with Georgina Riel, Indigenous affairs consultant, vendors will be approved and performers retained. The event will be scheduled to run between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. and is open to the public at no charge.

For more information, visit creemorefarmersmarket.ca.