About Us

2026

Season 5 carries a different meaning for us!

After a one-year absence, returning to Little Jamaica has not been easy. What many people may not see behind the scenes is the constant uncertainty, delays, and barriers that grassroots community builders face as they try to create meaningful spaces in this city. After five years, it should not still be this difficult to establish and sustain a community farmers’ market that has consistently proven its value to the neighbourhood.

The Afro Caribbean Farmers’ Market was created to make intentional space for Black farmers, growers, food workers, and small businesses, many of whom have historically been excluded from traditional market opportunities. This work matters deeply, not only because it supports local entrepreneurs but because it creates a gathering place where culture, food, and community come together in a meaningful way.

While the City of Toronto continues to speak about prioritizing Little Jamaica, the reality on the ground is that the people doing the work to hold community spaces together are still being forced to navigate unnecessary obstacles and inconsistent support. Building culturally rooted spaces should not require this level of struggle year after year.

Despite the challenges, we are proud to return this season in a new location that offers greater visibility and new possibilities for our vendors and community. The amount of love and encouragement we received during our year away reminded us just how much this market means to people. Many expressed that the market's absence left a real void in the neighbourhood.

This market has always been bigger than commerce. It is about presence, belonging, culture, and creating opportunities for Black food systems to thrive in Toronto. Season 5 is about resilience, rebuilding, and continuing the work because our community deserves these spaces.