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The LFM Basecamp at the East End Food Hub
Supporting Local Market Food Creators with Space, Community & Opportunity
What is the LFM Basecamp?
LFM BaseCamp is a dynamic resource hub by the Leslieville Farmers’ Market (LFM), designed to empower local food vendors, farmers, and artisans at the East End Food Hub. BaseCamp provides year-round access to professional facilities—commercial kitchens, storage, workspace, and more—helping market vendors and food entrepreneurs create, grow, and thrive beyond market day.
From seasoned vendors expanding their offerings to aspiring entrepreneurs ready to launch, BaseCamp offers the tools, support, and community to turn big ideas into lasting success. Here, the LFM’s vendors find the space and resources they need to bring their businesses to the next level.
Who is the Basecamp for?
LFM Basecamp serves the vibrant network of over 95 Leslieville Farmers’ Market vendors—from farmers and chefs to preservers and food producers—providing them with essential resources to help grow and streamline their businesses.
Basecamp offers two main pathways for those interested in joining:
Current LFM Vendors
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Farmers, chefs, and food artisans working with LFM can access BaseCamp’s facilities to reduce logistical challenges, allowing them to focus on expanding their offerings and reaching more customers.
Emerging Entrepreneurs Program
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New food entrepreneurs can apply for this program to grow their business with access to BaseCamp resources and a semi-regular placement at the Leslieville Farmers’ Market.
For those looking to join as a new vendor at LFM, Basecamp offers an invaluable way to minimize logistics costs while becoming a part of a supportive, local food network.
What Does Basecamp Offer?
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Essential Facilities and Resources
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Commercial Kitchen Access: A fully-equipped kitchen for small-batch production, recipe development, and catering prep.
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Cold and Dry Storage: Secure, accessible storage options to streamline operations and reduce logistical barriers for vendors.
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Teaching and Event Space: Host workshops, tastings, or small events to connect with customers and showcase your products.
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Microgreens Growing Area: Dedicated space for microgreens and small-scale indoor crop production.
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Hot-Desking and Office Space: Flexible workspace to plan, manage, and grow your business in a professional environment.
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Business Development Opportunities
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Emerging Entrepreneurs Program: Tailored support for new food entrepreneurs, offering access to resources and a semi-regular placement at the Leslieville Farmers’ Market to test products, grow a customer base, and connect with the community.
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Marketing and Promotional Support: Increase your reach by collaborating with LFM and Food Hub marketing channels, allowing you to reach a wider audience across Toronto’s east end.
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Vendor Residency Program
The Vendor Residency Program offers tiered, flexible membership options based on your business’s stage and needs. Vendors can access essential facilities and mentorship, with discounted rates for newer vendors and more comprehensive support for established vendors looking to scale up.
Why Join Basecamp?
Joining LFM Basecamp provides local food vendors and emerging entrepreneurs with the resources, community, and support they need to grow and thrive in Toronto’s dynamic food scene.
Testimonials
Our Basecampers
The Leslieville Farmers’ Market BaseCamp program has united local farmers, chefs, and food producers to advance the Hub’s mission while fostering a vibrant local food economy in our neighbourhood. We are incredibly thankful to our BaseCamp members for their hard work and dedication to growing together.
A special thank you to:
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Let's get in touch!
The East End Food Hub
1470 Gerrard Street East,
Toronto, ON M4L 2A3
General Inquiries
info@eastendfoodhub.org
Telephone
437-326-8143
Charitable Registration Number
10671 8943 RR0001