Download a PDF version of the Uxbridge Farmers’ Market Vendor Code of Ethics here.
VENDOR CODE OF ETHICS
To assure transparency and growth in our industry on a basis of mutual respect, fairness and integrity, and ever-mindful of the public welfare, I, as a Vendor of the Uxbridge Farmers’ Market have adopted and do hereby subscribe to the following Code of Ethics:
I am a producer of locally grown/raised/made products.
I will present a well-kept display, plainly priced and described, with origin of product clearly marked. I will sell an honest pack, well filled, and meeting stated grade.
I will NOT use false or deceptive statements in my marketing/advertising.
I will train any staff or volunteers representing my business to conduct
themselves in a respectful and courteous manner.
I will maintain a clean, attractive market stall.
I will bring any issues forward to the Market Manager, and will not confront
another vendor or create an uncomfortable working environment for fellow vendors. Should I not be satisfied, I will escalate to the Board of Directors by sending an email.
I will observe all laws, rules and regulations of the Uxbridge Farmers’ Market.
I will abide by all rules and regulations set by the Durham Region Health
Department and other relevant regulating agencies.
I will notify the Market Manager in advance for the days I cannot participate at
the market.
I will actively promote the Uxbridge Farmers’ Market, recognizing that it takes all
of our efforts to make this market successful.
I have read and understood the “Uxbridge Farmers’ Market Vendor Rules &
Regulations”.
By submitting my application, I acknowledge that I have read the Code of Ethics and agree to abide by it. I understand that violation of the Code of Ethics may result in my vendorship being revoked should the Board of Directors feel it necessary to do so.