Public Markets Entrepreneurship Forum 2026

Join us for the in-person Public Markets Entrepreneurship Forum: Elevating Neighbourhood Markets. Fueling Small Businesses.

Presented in partnership with marketcityTO, the City of Toronto’s Public Markets Entrepreneurship Forum is a must-attend event for market operators and small business owners.

Connect with vendors, market operators, managers, and small businesses to share best practices, discover new retail opportunities, and learn what it takes to run a thriving business in a public market. This is your chance to get practical insights from industry leaders, build sector-wide connections, and gain the skills you need to elevate your neighbourhood market or small business.

This event is designed to give market operators and small businesses the tools they need to succeed, including:

• Gain actionable insights and best practices from industry leaders to help grow your business and thrive in public markets.
• Explore effective management techniques and innovative approaches to support vendors and enhance overall market experience.
• Foster collaboration across sectors to create new partnerships and drive sustainable economic growth.
• Learn about initiatives from the City of Toronto that supports small businesses and public markets.