What began as a sort of selfish idea has ended up being an integral part of the Cumberland Community. “The idea came from feeling frustrated that we couldn’t buy broccoli in our own town.” says owner Tina Willard-Stepan. “We felt it was really important for Cumberland residents to have access to services in their own community.”
In March, 2008, Seeds Food Market opened its doors with many empty shelves – each with a sign on it that read ‘This is your shelf – tell us what you want’. They have spent the past 3 years doing just that – bringing in what customers want. And in a community where business turnover has been high, getting to celebrate their third year anniversary this month is a testament to just how much stuff Cumberland wanted. “We love playing this role in our community – they have shown such fantastic support”, says Tina’s husband and business partner Jim, adding with a smile “And now we can buy broccoli right down the street.”
Seeds will be formally celebrating this milestone with an in-store event Friday March 11 starting at 4:00, and continuing all day Saturday, March 12 with free food, specials, prizes and live music by local talents Corwin Fox (performing at 5:00 pm Friday), Pamela Tessman (12:00 Saturday) and Luke Blu Guthrie (3:00 Saturday).
Seeds Natural Food Market is located at 2733A Dunsmuir Avenue in Cumberland, on the corner of 3rd and Dunsmuir. (250)336-0129 www.seedfoodmarket.ca or www.facebook.com/seedsfoodmarket