Operating Two Farmers Markets in Mississauga Since 1975

For decades, our Lions Club has been running these Farmers Markets as a successful fundraiser in Mississauga, with over $5 million raised and donated since 1975 to benefit our community.

To ensure smooth traffic flow and alleviate congestion in the parking lots, the entrance nearest to the Market will be closed for use. Instead, kindly access the parking lots through the southern entrances to both the above and belowground parking areas. It is essential to note that Shipp Drive itself falls under the city’s No Parking zone at all times, and parking there may result in a ticket from the Mississauga Parking Authority. However, parking in our Market’s designated lots remains entirely free of charge.

Availability of Fruits & Vegetables

Here’s a simplified chart showing some of the fruits and vegetables that typically grow in Ontario farms throughout the year. Please note that the availability of these crops may vary depending on weather conditions and specific regions within Ontario.

This chart provides a general idea of when certain fruits and vegetables are typically in season in Ontario. Keep in mind that different varieties and specific types of fruits and vegetables may have their own distinct growing seasons and regional variations.

Our Sponsors

We express our gratitude to the generous sponsors who have made our current location possible. We extend our thanks to Colliers Macauley Nicholls (Ontario) Inc., Mississauga Executive Centre; Desjardins Financial Security Life Assurance Co., Onteri Holdings Ltd., and AIMco Realty Investors LP for providing the parking lot at 3 Robert Speck Parkway. Additionally, we are grateful to the City of Mississauga for granting us the privilege of utilizing Celebration Square. This marks our 49th year of operating Farmers Markets in Mississauga, and we are proud to have found our eighth and ninth locations to continue serving the community.

Solidarity Economy

Choosing to shop at our Farmers Markets in Mississauga not only benefits your personal health but also contributes significantly to our community’s economy. Each dollar spent at our Market sets off a chain reaction, with an additional two dollars rippling through the provincial economy.

In the province of Ontario alone, Farmers Markets generate nearly $500 million in sales, resulting in an astonishing economic impact of $1.5 billion!

When you see one person working at any market of our Farmers Market in Mississauga, know that there are two others working diligently behind the scenes. Approximately 27,000 people in Ontario are directly involved in preparing and selling the products you find at our Market.

Moreover, Farmers Markets have positive effects on other businesses too. Studies have shown that 60 to 70 percent of market-goers visit neighboring businesses while heading to or returning from the Market, further boosting the local economy.