We hope that this website will reach community members with updates and information on the development of the market.  We also hope this website will offer community members the chance to give us feedback and become involved in creating this market.

SWEFM MISSION

The Southwest Edmonton Farmers’ Market is a not-for-profit, volunteer run organization committed to creating a community gathering place for the residents of southwest Edmonton. We connect local farmers, producers and artisans who provide fresh, locally grown and made food and hand-made goods with our citizens, fostering relationships that create a greater sense of community and a stronger local economy.

SWEFM VISION

With a high level of community engagement and involvement, we are the heart of the community providing a diverse, unique and vibrant gathering place. We are recognized as the best farmers’ market in Edmonton and surrounding area. A place where people come to connect, to play and to shop. We offer year round access to the freshest, highest quality, and reasonably priced local food and products, while providing lively, high calibre entertainment. We play a key role in the expansion of sustainable farming and local food production in the Greater Edmonton Area.

SWEFM VALUES

Local – We believe that supporting local farmers, businesses and artisans is important to creating strong communities. We are committed to providing access to food, produce and goods that are grown, raised and/or made as close to home as possible.

Community involvement and collaboration – Developing strong positive relationships that foster the development of healthy and thriving communities is at the heart of what we do. We are committed to working collaboratively with our friends, our neighbours, our communities and our partners, communicating in a manner that is honest, direct and relevant. 

Sustainability – We are committed to contributing to the long term sustainability and well-being of our communities, engaging in sustainable practices that conserve natural resources and minimize our impact on the environment. We will develop relationships with farmers, producers and artisans who are committed to and engaged in sustainable practices.

Respect - We will create a respectful and meaningful community gathering place welcoming everyone’s ideas, contributions and participation. A place that values and embraces diversity and individuality. We will conduct business with the highest level of integrity and ethical standards, treating all resources entrusted to us as if they were our own.

Quality – We are passionate about providing the citizens of our communities with a memorable, high quality experience each and every time they attend our market.