Laura Smit

Laura Smit, Executive Director of Vancouver Farmers Markets, reflects on the role farmers markets play in shaping healthier, more connected cities. In this thoughtful piece, Laura explores food systems, belonging, and the role markets play beyond commerce - as spaces of connection, resilience, and care. From supporting local farmers to strengthening food access, Laura shares why farmers markets are not simply places to shop, but essential civic infrastructure woven into the fabric of a city.