• 5K+

    THOUSAND DOLLARS DONATED

    Through markets and events, we have been able to donate over 5K back into our communities plus we’ve hosted some pretty epic food drives.

  • 7+

    YEARS SERVING THE MAKER COMMUNITY

    From our very first (Merry Market) back in 2018 to today, we’ve made a dedicated effort to provide opportunities for makers at all levels to showcase their work.

    fun fact! this group photo is from our 1st ever market!

  • 9.3K+

    MAKE UP OUR HELLO HAPPY COMMUNITY

    lovely, like-minded, passionate humans from across Canada stay engaged and allow us to do what we do!

merry market

  • MERRY MARKET has quickly grown into a beloved holiday tradition since 2018. When you join us, your business is showcased among a curated group of makers and small shops that our community look forward to supporting year after year. It’s a chance to share your work, make meaningful connections, and be part of something special.

  • 97% of our shoppers identify as female
    73.2% between the ages of 25-44
    90% reside in Hamilton, Halton and the GTA
    93% of visitors make at least one purchase

  • Competitive advantage - partnering with venues and brands who have a well-established reach in their networks.

    Digital Screen advertising in 40+ locations city-wide (community centre, libraries and golf courses) for a duration of 30+ days leading up to the event.

    Small Arms Inspection Building (SAIB) - digital screen where tickets can be purchased.

    Curbside billboard outside SAIB.

    Mississauga Culture’s current social reach 13.6k.

  • Multiple newsletter blasts to our engaged subscribers leading up to the event

    Distribution of 5k flyers in the surrounding areas of Mississauga and Halton Region

    Targeted outreach through our digital platform

    Paid partnership with Insider Toronto, social reach of 43k (social media post + newsletter)

    Partnership with EOFOSA, social reach of 18.4k (article, social media post + holiday guide)

  • 700+ event tickets given as incentives to vendors, followers, & partner

    Market bucks giveaway through social channels to be used day of event (approximate value $200)

hello happy @ Dillon’s

  • 2024 will be our 3rd year in partnership with Dillon’s, hosting our 4th pop-up series!

  • Our favourite social pop-up brings in a crowd that’s looking for fun pieces (even perusing holiday gift ideas) & wants to have a good time.

  • Competitive advantage - partnering with venues and brands who have a well-established reach in their networks.

    Dillon’s current social reach 46.1K

  • Multiple newsletter blasts to our 1.5k engaged subscribers.

    Distribution of 2k flyers in the surrounding areas of Beamsville, Grimsby, St. Catharine’s, Hamilton and NOTL.

    Targeted outreach through our digital platform.