StellerVista Credit Union Youth Business Incubator at Local Markets

Supporting Local Roots, Growing Local Futures

At StellerVista Credit Union, local isn’t just where we do business—it’s who we are. For more than 75 years, we’ve been deeply invested in the success of the Kootenays and Boundary region. Our commitment is simple: when our community thrives, we all do.

 

That’s why supporting local business is at the core of everything we do. And what better way to ensure the future of local business than by supporting the next generation of local entrepreneurs?

 

This summer, we’re proud to sponsor the Youth Business Incubator program at farmers markets across the Kootenays. We’re covering booth fees so youth can showcase their products, test their ideas, and gain hands-on business experience—without barriers to getting started.

 

We’re starting with the markets in Cranbrook, Fernie, and Jaffray-Baynes Lake, but we’re eager to grow. If you organize a market anywhere in the Kootenays and want to participate, please reach out!

 

📧 Email us at [email protected] with the subject line Summer Markets to connect.

📍 Participating Markets

Below are the markets where youth can apply to vend with StellerVista’s sponsorship.

Cranbrook Farmers Market

  • Youth Business Incubator Booth

  • Runs: July 5–6 through market season

  • Apply Here


Fernie Mountain Market


Jaffray-Baynes Lake Farmers Market

  • Details coming soon!

  • Stay tuned as we finalize dates and sign-up info.


Want to Add Your Market?

We’re excited to expand this program throughout the Kootenays! If you’re a market organizer interested in partnering, email us at [email protected] with Summer Markets in the subject line.

About StellerVista Credit Union

Bank like you live here.

Since 1948, StellerVista has been serving our members and communities across the Kootenays and Boundary region. We’re more than a financial institution—we’re your neighbours, your partners, and your advocates for local success.

 

Supporting our community isn’t just a nice idea. It’s why we exist. From helping families buy their first home to funding local businesses, sponsoring events, and championing local projects, we believe in making sure prosperity stays right here.

 

We’re proud to help the next generation of business leaders start their journey at our local markets this summer.

 

Click here to learn more about StellerVista’s commitment to community.