Old Imperial Market
Open every Saturday 8am - 3pm
Weekday Hours
Abby Mae’s Cafe Hours
Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5pm
Looking to be a vendor?
Advertise your business!
Interested in advertising you business at the front of the market? Contact our manager, Ange, for details and pricing.
Check out clips from our last Pepper Fest which takes place every September!
To create a sustainable, year-round market; celebrating, supporting, and showcasing the best of what our community has to offer.
Our Vision
Our Story
The Old Imperial Farmers’ Market is named after the original company operating this building in 1946, Imperial Leaf Tobacco Co. Not only was Imperial Tobacco a main employer for the residents of Aylmer, it also fueled Canada’s economy, exporting over 20 ton of tobacco each year!
However, in 2005 Imperial Tobacco restructured their company and suddenly moved their plants to Mexico resulting in the loss of many jobs in the Elgin County area. After sitting abandoned for a few years a few local businessmen scrounged their money together and purchased the building.
In 2010 the Old Imperial Tobacco Plant became the Elgin Innovation Centre, looking to bring back jobs into Elgin County.
Meet the Team
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Angela Fehr
General Manager
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Becky Berkel
Administrative Assistant & Bookkeeper
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Terry Dueck
Market Consultant