A Guide to Canada's Craft Markets
Public market halls and weekend craft markets in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and beyond.
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Craft markets across Canada
Where handmade goods meet the local market hall.
Market Street Co. documents the craft markets, seasonal fairs and workshop traditions found in Canadian towns and cities — from St. Lawrence Market in Toronto to Granville Island in Vancouver.
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Three notes on Canadian craft markets
Each article focuses on a single facet of the craft-market scene: where the markets are, how the seasons shape them, and how handmade goods are actually made.
Seasonal Craft Fairs Through the Year
How summer outdoor markets and winter holiday fairs differ across the Canadian calendar.
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Handmade Techniques Behind the Stalls
An overview of pottery, weaving, wood carving and beadwork found at craft tables.
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What you find at a craft market
Common categories of handmade goods
Pottery and ceramics
Wheel-thrown mugs, plates and bowls, often glazed and fired by the maker in a home or shared studio.
Textiles and weaving
Hand-woven scarves, knitwear and woven wall pieces produced on looms or by hand.
Wood and carving
Carved utensils, cutting boards and small furniture finished with food-safe oils.
Beadwork and jewellery
Beaded earrings, necklaces and metalwork assembled at the stall or in a small workshop.
Preserves and pantry goods
Maple products, jams and baked goods that often share market space with crafts in Canada.
Paper and print
Letterpress cards, prints and bound notebooks produced in limited runs.
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