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Sip & Shop 2026

Vendor Application

Saturday, November 14, 2026 | 3:00–7:30 PM

Willow Street, Chemainus

Thank you for your interest in joining the 2026 Chemainus Sip & Shop! This festive outdoor night market brings together local makers, food producers, businesses and beverage vendors for an evening of shopping, food, live music and holiday fun in downtown Chemainus.


Please complete the application below. Submission of an application does not guarantee acceptance or a particular vendor location. Vendor placements will be assigned by the organizers based on overall event layout and operational requirements.

Contact Details

Multi-line address

Business / Organization Details

Is your business or organization located in Chemainus?
Are you currently a member of the Chemainus + District Chamber of Commerce?
Are you applying as a non-profit or community organization?
Yes
No

Vendor / Product

What type of vendor are you?
Have you attended the Sip & Shop before?
Yes
No
Not Sure
Which other markets have you attended?

Insurance

Do you currently carry commercial general liability insurance for your business or vendor activities?
Yes
No
Not sure

Vendor insurance is recommended, but it is not mandatory to participate in Sip & Shop. Carrying your own liability insurance can provide additional protection for you and your business while attending markets and events.

If you already have current proof of insurance, you’re welcome to upload it here for our records.

Vendor Setup

Please note: Food trucks are being coordinated separately and are not being accepted through this vendor application.

What type of setup will you be bringing?

Please include the total space required for your tent, tables, displays, trailer or other equipment. Example: 10' wide × 10' deep.

Tell us about your tent, tables, displays, racks, trailer or other equipment, and anything that may affect how your space needs to be arranged.

Do you require access to electrical power?
Yes
No
I have a generator.

Please tell us about any accessibility needs, unusual equipment, vehicle or trailer access, additional space requirements, or other considerations that may affect your placement.

Food & Beverage Information

Will you be selling, serving or sampling food or beverages at Sip & Shop?
Yes
No
What will you be selling or serving?
Food and/or non-alcoholic beverages
Alcoholic beverages

Food / Island Health

Which best describes your food products?
Lower-risk food
Higher-risk food
I’m not sure

Island Health requirements differ for lower-risk and higher-risk foods. If you're unsure which applies to your products, select “I’m not sure.”

Will you be doing any of the following onsite?
Do you currently have Island Health approval or documentation for the products/activities you described above?
Yes
Application in progress
No
Not sure
Have you applied for or received a Temporary Food Service Permit for Sip & Shop?
Approved
Application submitted
Not yet
Not sure
Do you currently have a valid FOODSAFE Level 1 certificate or recognized equivalent?
Yes
No
In Progress
Will you be offering samples to the public?
Yes
No
Do you already have Island Health approval, a Temporary Food Service Permit, or other health-authority documentation for these products/activities?

Food vendors must meet all applicable Island Health requirements. Depending on the products being sold and whether food is sampled, prepared or served onsite, additional health approval or a Temporary Food Service Permit may be required. We will follow up with accepted food vendors regarding any documentation required for Sip & Shop.

Alcoholic Beverages

Multi choice
Will you be offering samples?
Yes
No
Will you be selling packaged product for off-site consumption?
Yes
No
Do you currently hold a BC manufacturer license with an on-site store endorsement?
Yes
No
Not sure
Do you have, or will you obtain, a market authorization for Sip & Shop?
Yes
No
In Progress
Not sure
Do any of your products require a Temporary Food Market Application?
Do you have a current FoodSafe Certificate, if required?

Upload any documents currently available. The Chamber may request additional documentation before your application can be approved.

Which best describes your food operation?

Wednesday Market Rules & Terms

Please review the Wednesday Market Vendor Rules & Terms of Participation before submitting your application. These rules include important information about vendor conduct, setup and teardown, parking and vehicle access, booth requirements, cancellations, safety, market operations and other conditions of participation. → Read the Wednesday Market Vendor Rules & Terms of Participation

Agreement & Electronic Signature

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By signing and submitting this application, I confirm that the information provided is accurate and that I agree to the Wednesday Market Vendor Rules & Terms of Participation.

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