Nova Scotia Reintroduces $10 Farmers' Market Vouchers for Students and Newcomers
Nova Scotia again offering $10 vouchers to farmers’ markets for students, newcomers
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Nova Scotia is reviving its farmers' market voucher program, providing $10 vouchers to students and newcomers to encourage local market visits. Approximately 215,000 vouchers will be distributed this year, promoting local products and supporting community growth.
- 01The program offers $10 vouchers to students and newcomers in Nova Scotia.
- 02Last year, 29% of vouchers were redeemed by first-time market visitors.
- 03The initiative resulted in $787,730 in purchases at farmers' markets.
- 04Vouchers will be available to students from pre-primary to post-secondary and newcomers throughout the year.
- 05The vouchers are valid until December 31.
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Nova Scotia is reintroducing its farmers' market voucher program, offering $10 vouchers to students and newcomers. The initiative aims to promote local products and support community growth. Last year, the program saw 29% of vouchers redeemed by first-time visitors, leading to $787,730 in purchases at farmers' markets. This year, approximately 215,000 vouchers will be distributed, with students from pre-primary to Grade 12 receiving them this month and post-secondary students getting theirs in the fall. Newcomers can obtain vouchers through the Immigrants Services Association of Nova Scotia and YREACH, a YMCA support program. The vouchers are valid until December 31.
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The voucher program encourages local shopping and supports farmers' markets, benefiting both consumers and local producers.
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