Vendors
Grow Your Business at Taste of Asia 2025!
Showcase Your Business | Connect with Thousands | Celebrate Canadian Diversity
Taste of Asia is Canada’s largest Asian festival, attracting over 200,000 visitors annually. This is more than just an event—it’s an opportunity to grow your business, engage with a diverse audience, and be part of a movement that champions local entrepreneurship.
Whether you’re a restaurant, food truck, artisan, retailer, or service provider, the festival provides a high-traffic platform to showcase your products, connect with customers, and be part of an exciting, multicultural celebration.
Why Join as a Vendor?
✅ Unmatched Exposure – Gain visibility in front of 200,000+ festival-goers.
✅ Support Local Business – Join a festival that highlights and uplifts Canadian-owned businesses.
✅ Diverse Customer Base – Engage with a wide audience looking for unique products and experiences.
✅ Media & Government Recognition – Past festivals have been attended by high-profile guests, including the Prime Minister of Canada.
Vendor Opportunities
Food Vendors & Restaurants
Showcase your delicious cuisine to a crowd eager to experience new flavors. Whether you specialize in traditional Asian dishes, fusion cuisine, or popular street food, this is your chance to stand out.
Retail & Artisan Vendors
From handcrafted goods and cultural merchandise to unique fashion and accessories, this is the perfect marketplace to showcase your brand.
Corporate & Service Providers
Engage with thousands of potential customers and showcase your company’s services to a highly engaged audience.
HOW DO I APPLY TO BE A VENDOR?
✔️ Step 1: Complete the Vendor Application Form
✔️ Step 2: Complete York Region Vendor Application Form
✔️ Step 3: Submit the forms to the FCCM Markham Cultural Centre with payment to confirm Your Spot & Get Ready for an Unforgettable Event
Vendor Application Forms
Additional Guidelines And Helpful Resources
- Booth space does not include travel and/or accommodations and should be discussed prior to application with a Event Coordinator.
- Vendors must complete the York Region Vendor Application form at least 10 days prior to event date
- Vendors must provide general liability insurance of 2 million dollars before the festival
- Propane usage will require a TSSA approved propane certificate
- Copy of general liability insurance must be provided to Taste of Asia if not purchased from us
- Unless you have been invited by the Taste of Asia board, all professionals must apply through the standard registration process
- If you have any questions regarding the registration process, please contact tasteofasia@fccm.ca
APPROVED VENDORS WILL RECEIVE
- One 10x10 Booth Space. (non-transferable)
- Equipment and power rental will cost extra.
- Power will not be provided.
- Water will not be provided.
Additional space can be purchased at regular rates per booth space rental.
Taste of Asia booth spots is assigned and approved by the event coordinator when paid in full at the FCCM Cultural Centre.
DISPLAY GUIDELINES
- Power or internet access not included with booth spot
- The booth space cannot be used beyond 10x10 space
- Commercial fridge cannot be used on the premise
- Vendors cannot block access of other vendors
- Vendors cannot lend or lease booth space to 3rd party
- Vendor area must be cleaned after each day
- Certified food handler must be on site
Failure to follow guidelines may result in a ban from Taste of Asia and a non-refundable site clearance deposit.
Helpful Resources
- York Region Vendor Application Form:
- https://www.york.ca/media/94321/download?attachment
- Propane Certificate:
- https://www.fsntraining.com/propanefuelstraining
- Food Handler Certificate:
- https://www.foodsafetytraining.ca/