No matter where you live, you’ll find that buying local has a wealth of benefits for you and your community. Here are some reasons and tips to help get you started:

Top reasons to buy local

Support yourself and your community economically
Keep your community unique and promote diversity
Reduce environmental impact
Create more good jobs
Get better service
Invest in community
Put your taxes to good use
Buy what you want, not what someone wants you to buy
Encourage local prosperity and diverse character.
Support community groups
You can taste the difference and experience new flavours
You know what you're eating.
Get in touch with the seasons.
Have more fun travelling.

Tips on how to buy local

Frequent the same farmers markets and stands
Know what is in season and available in your community
Invest in a farm share program and receive weekly boxes of fruit and vegetables.
Arrive at markets early for the freshest and best picks. You can also arrive just prior to close to take advantage of deals.
Start your own garden of herbs or veggies
Consider raising your own animals in your yard, i.e.) turkeys or chickens
Volunteer in markets
Be open to trying new things
Research local products before travelling.