Vancouver
The year-round Nat Bailey market is a source for all things food related, including locally sourced meat and seafood. On site is also a nursery, food trucks and musicians to keep shoppers entertained. Covered seating and warming stations keep them dry. Saturdays 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., until April 23, 2016 (except Dec. 26).
Edmonton
Billed as the city’s “original year-round farmers’ market,” City Hall hosts the downtown market from October to May. Local food vendors as well as craftspeople set up shop here. Be sure to seek out some fruit wines. Saturdays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Calgary
Calgary has two year-round options, the Calgary Farmers’ Market and Crossroads Market. At the latter, shoppers will find typical market fare, including baked goods and candy; there’s also a flea market area for antique hunters. Fridays to Sundays, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Saskatoon
From gourmet mushrooms to Chinese finger foods, this year-round market is a smorgasbord of ingredients and ready-made meals from a variety of cultures. Wednesdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Saturdays 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Ottawa
For the first time, the country’s capital will have a year-round, producer-only market serving up produce, meats, cheeses and more. Sundays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. until January 2016. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Jan. 10 to May 2016.
Toronto
Toronto has eight winter markets, including the city’s most famous one, St. Lawrence (Saturdays 5 a.m. to 2 p.m.). For those looking to shop during the week, try Dufferin Grove, which specializes in organic fare of both the ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat varieties. Thursdays, 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.
Montreal
Montreal’s year-round markets include Atwater, Maisonneuve and Lachine. The buzziest is Jean-Talon, in Little Italy. Shoppers will find the usual suspects, along with flowers, spices and oils. Mondays to Wednesdays 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Thursdays and Fridays, 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., Saturdays 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sundays 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Quebec City
In the city’s Old Port district, you’ll find the best of seasonal produce and dairy products here, and, of course, a hearty stock of maple syrup. Weekdays 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Weekends 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Halifax
Haligonians have seven year-round markets to choose from, the most famous of which – the 265-year-old Halifax Seaport Farmers’ Market – is open seven days a week. Head here for fresh fish, bottles from nearby wineries and distilleries, and prepared foods. Weekdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Saturdays 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Sundays 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Saint John
The City Market runs the length of a city block and has been in operation since the 1880s. Shoppers can find produce and locally prepared foods, meat and more. Weekdays 7:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturdays 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.