What is Community Retail?
CAA Niagara's Pen Centre location isn't just about service; it's a thriving hub for our community. Picture your products in one of the Niagara Region's most bustling shopping centres. Partnering with us means exposure, support, and growth.
Here's what you can anticipate:
- Prime Exposure: Your products are showcased in a high-traffic retail environment.
- CAA's Backing: Benefit from the credibility of Canada's most trusted brand.
- Marketing Boost: Amplify your brand through our social media, emails, and print campaigns.
- Community Bonds: Forge lasting connections with fellow local businesses, CAA Members, and residents.
The retail space is completely FREE for one-year. Our only request is you give CAA Members a 15% discount on your products.
Applications
If you are interested in having your products in-store, please fill out the online application.
To ensure the best experience for our vendors, we maintain a limited number of each vendor type in our store. We truly appreciate our vendors and are committed to helping them succeed!
Vendor Criteria
We're seeking vendors who embody our values and are ready to thrive. Criteria for consideration:
- Local Focus: Based in Niagara and passionate about community growth.
- Product Orientation: Non-perishable, handmade, tangible goods without a brick-and-mortar presence.
- Online Presence: Active social media presence and preferably a website or blog.
- Commitment: Ready to commit to a year-long partnership.
Vendor Benefits
- Community Exposure: Opportunity to participate in CAA Niagara sponsored Vendor Fairs.
- Event Meeting Space: Use of our Pen Centre Branch Community Room to run workshops or pop-up events.
- Marketing: Advertising opportunities in our Monthly Member Newsletter, Social and more.
Current Vendors
Our Lineup includes some incredible local businesses.
Let's Grow Together
CAA Niagara's Community Retail Program isn't just about commerce; it's about fostering relationships, supporting local entrepreneurship, and creating a thriving community.
Past Vendors
