Introducing The Rail Yard Market on Shoppers Row

The Rail Yard Market (formerly known as the Campbell River Micro Market) at 1235 Shoppers Row in downtown Campbell River officially opened on Friday, September 13, 2024, at 1 p.m. This exciting new market is poised to become a central hub for local businesses and the community.

The Rail Yard Market offers an imaginative space where entrepreneurs and artisans who are interested in transitioning their businesses to brick-and-mortar locations can test the market, build their customer bases and gain valuable exposure. Each unit, sized at 8 feet by 20 feet, features well-lit, secure retail space. The market will offer short-term, affordable lease rates to support entrepreneurs and artisans on a rotating basis.

We are proud to introduce the first group of vendors who are showcasing their products and services at The Rail Yard Market, each bringing something unique to the market and contributing to the creativity of Campbell River’s growing small business community:

• Tin Can Pottery Shop: known for handcrafted pottery that blends modern design with rustic charm.
• The Mossy Coast: specializing in nature-inspired apparel and gifts that reflect the beauty of the west coast.
• Maggie's Treats: offering a delightful selection of homemade treats for your pets, inspired by Maggie herself.
• Sinfully Delicious: tempting the community with a wide variety of gourmet cake pops and decadent desserts.
  
  

The History Behind The Rail Yard Market

The name The Rail Yard Market holds historical significance for Campbell River. Logging was an early industry in the area, and the railway played a crucial role in supporting this industry. The rail lines facilitated the transport of timber and provided infrastructure that supported Campbell River’s growth and development into the thriving city it is today. The market, much like the railway, will be a vehicle for growth – this time for local businesses and entrepreneurs.

Acknowledgements

This is a new project investment with the City of Campbell River, Island Coastal Economic Trust and the Province of British Columbia that looks to increase local business vitality and stimulate visitor attraction and resident engagement.

Engagement

The planning process involved engagement with the public, First Nations, community partners, a project team, City staff and Council at key stages of plan design. Focus groups took place in Campbell River on November 17 and 18, 2023.

Engagement with the business community and residents for input on the design of the outdoor retail market resulted in the What We Heard Report and selection of the site on the corner of 16th Avenue and Shoppers Row.

• View the What We Heard Report

Interested in Becoming a Vendor?

For more information and to apply to become a vendor at The Rail Yard Market in the future, complete the vendor application form. Submit your completed application to invest@campbellriver.ca. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt, and shortlisted applications will be reviewed by a committee for final selection.