BC Farmers Market Nutrition Coupon Program

This program provides coupons for local farmer’s markets, increasing access to healthy, local food.

Nanaimo Foodshare Societys proud to be a community partner working with the BC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program (BCFMNCP) in partnership with the Island Roots Market at Beban Park. This 16-week program offers eligible participants weekly coupons with a cash value of $27, to be spent at a local farmers market on fresh produce, eggs, meat, fish, cut herbs, dairy products and more.

To be eligible to access the program, someone in your household must be:

• A senior, have children under 19 at home, or be pregnant;
• Identify as having a low-income

In the 2024-25 fiscal year, this program provided $64,314 worth of coupons to low income families/seniors in the community. The coupons are spent with local farmers at the Island Roots Market and other local farmers markets.

Nanaimo Foodshare is pleased to host the BC Farmer’s Market Coupon program for 2026. Applications Open May 1, 2026 (12 PM) and will close on May 19, 2026 (12 PM). We will be filling 147 spots using a random draw of all qualified applicants. A random draw ensures a fair and transparent process for everyone. Selected participants will be notified by June 5, 2026. We regret that there are not enough spots for all applicants. 

The application link and PDF form will be available on our website and Facebook page starting May 1. Selected applicants will be notified by phone or email by June 5. We thank you for your patience & support.  

There are three ways to apply:

1. Fill out the online form (below).
2. Download and print the PDF version of the form from our website, fill it out, and submit it to the Nanaimo Foodshare office at 271 Pine Street. Click Here to Download
3. Fill in the printed application form at the Nanaimo Foodshare office