Farmers' Markets

This Farmers’ Market Trail Passport Contest (“the Contest”) is administered by The Corporation of the County of Wellington (the “Sponsor” or “the County”). Any questions, comments or complaints regarding the Contest should be directed to the Sponsor at christinam@wellington.ca. By participating in this Contest, each contestant agrees to be legally bound by these Official Rules and Regulations (the “Rules”).

The contest will begin Monday, May 1, 2023 at 12:00pm until Saturday, September 30, 2023 at 11:59pm. The winners will be notified by October 30, 2023.

ELIGIBILITY

The Contest is open to all legal residents of Canada who:

(i) are eighteen (18) years of age or older as of the date of entering the Contest;

(ii) are not employees, representatives and agents of the County of Wellington. Members of the immediate family, representatives and agents (parents, children, siblings and spouse, regardless of where they live in Canada) and household of such employees may participate but are not eligible to win.

(iii) have agreed to comply with applicable federal, provincial, municipal and local laws (including, but not limited to, laws relating to libel and obscenity), assume responsibility for their activities, and not to harass, disrupt, abuse, or invade the privacy rights of others; and

(iv) have read and accepted and agreed to comply with these Rules.

1. There is no limit of entries per person allowed for the contest.
2. No purchase is necessary to enter the contest or win.

PRIZE

One of eight market gift packs valued at $100.00 each.

On or about October 30, 2023 at 12:00 pm ET, in the County of Wellington, in the Province of Ontario, the eight winning entries will be selected from all entries received. The contestants who owns the selected entries, and who are otherwise eligible to win, will be the selected contestants who is eligible to win the prizes subject to compliance with these Rules.

In order to be declared a winner and be able to claim a prize, each person who is selected as a winner will have to:

a. Be reached by the email and/or phone number by the contest sponsors within ten (10) days following the selection of winners on October 30, 2023.

b. Meet all Contest eligibility criteria and otherwise complying with these Rules.

c. Correctly answer, without assistance of any kind, whether mechanical or otherwise, a time-limited mathematical skill-testing question to be administered by the County of Wellington.

d. Complete a Contest Declaration and Release Form and return it to the County of Wellington, to the specified address, within ten (10) days of being contacted as a winner on October 30, 2023.

e. Upon receipt of the Contest Declaration and Release Form duly filled and signed by the winner, the County of Wellington will contact the winner with instructions on how to claim the prize.

f. In the event that any one of the conditions mentioned herein is not respected, the winner’s entry will be voided and a new selection will be made following the official contest rules until a new winner is selected.

GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS 

1. The odds of winning the Prize is dependent on the number of eligible entries received by the Sponsor during the Contest Period in accordance with these Rules.
2. The County of Wellington, and its members, trustees, agents, officers, contractors, volunteers, and employees will not be held responsible for any claims, demands, actions, complaints, suits, or other forms of liability that shall arise out of, by reason of, or be caused by the submission of a contest entry.
3. The County of Wellington reserves the right at its sole discretion to disqualify any individual from the Contest and to ban the individual from any future County of Wellington contest if it believes the participant is in violation of the official rules, acting in an unsportsmanlike or disruptive manner, or with intent to annoy, abuse, threaten or harass any other person.
4. The prize must be accepted as awarded. No substitution of the prize is permitted except by the County of Wellington in its sole discretion. The County of Wellington reserves the right to substitute any prize with another prize of equal or greater value, if a prize cannot be awarded as described for any reason.
5. The prize is transferable; however, it is not redeemable for cash or credit, in whole or in part.  The prize cannot be combined with any other offer.
6. Entrants agree to abide by the terms of these Official Rules and by all decisions of the County of Wellington, which are final in all matters pertaining to the Contest. By entering, participants release and hold harmless the County of Wellington, its members, trustees, agents, officers, contractors, volunteers, and employees from any and all liability for any injuries, loss or damage of any kind arising from or in connection with the Contest or any prize won.
7. By entering, you consent to the County of Wellington’s use, should you become a winner, of your name, place of residence, and your testimony without further compensation or notice, for publicity, advertising, or informational purposes in any media or format (including the Internet) in connection with this Contest, the County of Wellington, or future similar contests. By entering, you declare that you have complied with the Contest Rules.
8. A selected entrant may be required to provide the County of Wellington with proof that the selected entrant is the authorized account holder of the email address associated with the selected entry. In the event of a dispute regarding who submitted an entry, it will be deemed to have been submitted by the authorized account holder of the email address submitted at the time of entry. “Authorized account holder” is defined as the person who is assigned an email address by an internet provider, online service provider, or other organization (e.g. business, educational institute, etc.) that is responsible for assigning email addresses for the domain associated with the submitted email address.
9. The Sponsor reserves the right to void any entry and/or withdraw, suspend, amend or terminate this Contest in whole or in part (or to amend these Rules) in any way at any time without prior notice (but subject to applicable law), in the event of an error, technical problem, computer virus, bugs, tampering, unauthorized intervention, fraud, technical failure or any other cause beyond the reasonable control of the Sponsor that, in the Sponsor’s sole discretion determines, interferes with the proper conduct of this Contest as contemplated by these Rules, or in the event of any accident, printing, administrative, or other error or any kind, or for any other reason.
10. The Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole and absolute discretion, and without prior notice, to adjust any of the dates and/or time frames stipulated in these Rules, to the extent necessary, for purposes of verifying compliance by any contestant or entry, with these Rules, or as a result of technical problems, or in light of any other circumstances which, in the opinion of the Sponsor, in its sole and absolute discretion, affect the proper administration of the Contest as contemplated in these Rules.
11. In the event of any discrepancy or inconsistency between the terms and conditions of these Rules and disclosures or other statements contained in any Contest-related materials, these Rules shall prevail, govern and control.
12. This Contest is subject to all applicable federal, provincial, municipal and local laws and regulations. The decisions of the Sponsor with respect to all aspects of this Contest are final and binding on all contestants without right of appeal, including, without limitation, any decisions regarding the eligibility/disqualification of contestants, entries, and votes.

PRIVACY

By entering the Contest, each contestant expressly consents to the Sponsor, its agents and/or representatives, storing, sharing and using the personal information submitted with his/her entry only for the purpose of administering the Contest and in accordance with Sponsor’s privacy policy, unless the contestant otherwise specifies by giving Sponsor notice in writing.

No further informational or marketing communications will be received by the entrant unless the entrant provides the County of Wellington with explicit permission to do so. Please see the County of Wellington's Privacy Policy for additional details.

 Aberfoyle Farmers' Market

Open June 17 - October 7, 2023

Saturday | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

This local-only market in downtown Aberfoyle prides itself on hosting vendors from within mere kilometres away. Their spacious outdoor pavilion makes for a comfortable shopping experience and visitors can choose from an excellent selection of farm fresh produce, meats, arts and crafts, and freshly baked goods.

Fully accessible facility. Free parking and an ATM available on-site.

23 Brock Road S., Aberfoyle

www.afma.ca

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 Elora Farmers' Market

Open May 6 - October 7, 2023

Winter Market October 14 - December 16, 2023

Saturday | 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

The market is located in Bissel Park on the banks of the Grand River, just steps from historic Downtown Elora. Breathe in the relaxed atmosphere and get to know the friendly folks who make this a true farmers' market. Meet the farmers, crafters, bakers and purveyors of delicious foods.

Online orders available.

Summer Location:

127 East Mill Street, Elora (Bissel Park)

Winter Location:

160 Albert Street W., Fergus, (Highland Rugby Club)

226.821.5536

www.elorafarmersmarket.ca

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 Erin Farmers' Market

Open June 22 - September 28, 2023

Thursday | 3:00 pm - 6:30 pm

Delicious and local! Get ready for the weekend and stock up at this one-stop local food destination. Located at the Erin Fairgrounds close to downtown the Erin Farmers' Markets celebrates local food, artisans, farmers, and the community.

New Location:
190 Main Street, Erin (Erin Fairgrounds)

www.erinfarmersmarket.ca

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 Guelph Farmers' Market

Open Year Round

Saturday | 8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Thursday | 4:00 - 7:00 pm (May 25 to November)

One of Guelph’s oldest and well-loved community spaces offers fresh local food, artisanal products and a friendly, welcoming atmosphere year round. Guelph Farmers’ Market continues a tradition of pride and community building supporting the local economy, sustainability and entrepreneurship.

Wheelchair accessible, ATM, washrooms available

2 Gordon Street, Guelph

www.guelphfarmersmarket.ca

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 Mapleton Farmers' Market

Open May 25 - September 28, 2023

Open the last Thursday of the month | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Mapleton Farmers' Market is BACK! Located at the Drayton Fairgrounds nestled among nature the market is worth a visit. This once-a-month market has a wide range of local finds that are sure to be enjoyed by all!

49 Elm Street, Drayton (Drayton Fairgrounds)

519.638.3313

www.mapleton.ca/explore-play/mapleton-farmers-market

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 Minto Farmers' Market

Open June 3 - September 30, 2023

Saturday | 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

"Fresh Local Real" - featuring 100% locally grown/produced products!

Come connect with community at the Minto Farmers' Market!

164 William Street, Palmerston (Palmerston Railway Heritage Museum)

519.338.2511 x 242

www.mintofarmersmarket.ca

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 Rockwood Farmers' Market

Open June 7 - October 4, 2023

Wednesday | 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm

The Rockwood Farmers' Market is a maker's market, selling primarily items grown or produced by the vendors. With approximately 25 vendors each week, and over 100 different vendors throughout the season, we offer a large assortment of fresh produce and flowers, local meats and cheeses, baking, maple syrup, honey, jams and preserves, prepared and frozen foods, and a curated selection of local artisans.

The Market makes for a great family outing! Grab some food from our weekly food truck, and enjoy a picnic dinner, and enjoy live music while you eat and shop! Plan to spend time at the beautiful surrounding Rockmosa Park, including play structure, splash pad, and skatepark before or after your visit to the Market, or visit the nearby Rockwood Conservation Area.

120 Rockmosa Drive, Rockwood (on the parking lot behind the Rockmosa Community Centre)

226.337.4343

www.therockwoodfarmersmarket.ca

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 Wellington North Farmers' Market

Open June 17 - September 30, 2023

Saturday | 8:30 am - 12:00 pm

Buy top quality farm fresh products including produce, baked goods, preserves and handcrafted items directly from the producers while enjoying the atmosphere of Wellington North's Culture.

320 King Street E., Mount Forest (Victory Community Centre)

519.848.3620 x 4234

www.simplyexplore.ca/farmers-market.html

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