Port Hardy is looking for retailers, artisans and performers for its inaugural street market next month.
Market Street will be filled with local performances, shopping and food on Aug. 22 from 5-8 p.m.
“We know the success and appeal of this event grows with participation and we are hopeful that local businesses and entertainers will see this as an exciting new opportunity,” says Joli White, street market coordinator with the District of Port Hardy. “As an added incentive for vendors to jump on board, for this first event only, booth registration fees will be returned at the end of the event.”
Mayor Pat Corbett-Labatt says the market will have a positive impact on the community and is an opportunity to revitalize downtown.
“The markets will bring people together, creating a vibrant space to connect, shop and support local vendors. Funding for the markets is provided through the rural economic diversification and infrastructure program to support economic growth, which is especially important for Port Hardy as we continue to face challenges of the resource industries and ongoing pressures from economic uncertainty,” Corbett-Labatt says. “The street markets will highlight Port Hardy’s natural aptitude for resiliency, while celebrating our town’s culture and diversity.”
A section of Market Street will be closed to vehicle traffic during the event.
