Now more than ever, Canadians are focused on buying locally-made and curated products that help support their communities. Whether that’s on a country-wide scale or in their own neighbourhood, what’s clear is that there’s a cultural shift happening from the international to the local.
For businesses, this is a golden opportunity to show Canadians that your wares are locally-focused and community-driven. What’s even better is that Local Crafters Market is making it easier than ever to showcase your products directly to your neighbourhood– no matter the season!
Keeping It Local
With all the tension at the Canada-U.S. border, it’s no wonder that Canadians are looking to buy local. According to Interac 2025 data, 73% of Canadians say that they see more value in buying local goods compared to last year. That is a massive difference, a completely shifting scale of consumer demand. Shoppers aren’t just buying things anymore– they’re making conscious choices to support their communities.
Moreover, KPMG reports that 80% prefer Canadian-made products over imported goods. There’s a lot of pride over what’s made and grown in the north, and that means they trust the authenticity and sustainability that Canadian crafters have in their wares.
Local Crafters Market is made for local businesses that want to cater to the Canadian community. By providing a space that they can connect with customers and grow their business within a supportive local network, everyone flourishes. Consumers, businesses, and the country.
In The Heart Of The City
Located in Central City, Surrey, Local Crafters Market is in one of the fastest-growing cities in British Columbia. Surrey is a huge, cultural hub that thrives in creativity, diversity, and community.
In the heart of Surrey’s downtown, thousands pass through Central City daily. That includes over 8,000 SFU Surrey students who are constantly bringing their energy and innovation over the area, with a passion for buying locally and uniquely. Families, government employees, and professionals are also constant visitors to the area.
The foot traffic is massive. And that means Local Crafters Market is situated right in the middle of it all, making it a prime spot to place your goods up on a stall to show to everyone that you’re selling directly to them.
Making Creating Easier
To let you focus on your creativity, Local Crafters Market streamlines the entire selling process. This isn’t your traditional retail space– all those pesky barriers are removed so that you can keep on making while the selling gets done on its own.
This includes:
- Zero commission– Crafters receive everything that is sold. There’s no hidden fees and no percentages taken.
- Simple monthly fees– Vendors just need to pay a flat monthly fee to get their products on display. This also includes the cost of the space, operations, and promotions.
- Transparency– Visibility is always provided to crafters. The POS system shows real-time sales tracking, so all that information is always known.
- Direct deposits– There’s absolutely no middle steps because payments are transferred straight into vendor accounts.
- Marketing support included– Vendors will benefit from a variety of Local Crafters Market’s marketing, including social media highlights and collaborative campaigns.
Currently, Local Crafters Market has 109 open vendor spots with a wait list available with some exciting plans to open even more stores in 2026. Now’s the best time to visit their website for more information as the spots are limited, and they’re filling fast!
Local Crafters Market isn’t just a retail space– it’s a community. On a shared stage, small businesses and artisans are able to help local communities grow stronger together.
You can find Local Crafters Market at 10153 King George Blvd., Surrey on their grand opening on December 1, 2025.
