Thank you for your interest in vending at an Elevate event.
Elevate markets are curated events with a focus on handmade, locally made, and thoughtfully designed goods. These guidelines are intended to clearly communicate the spirit of our markets and the expectations for participation.
By checking the box on the registration form, vendors confirm that they have read and agree to participate in accordance with these guidelines.
1. Product Eligibility & Curation
Elevate markets are juried and curated. Acceptance is based on how well a vendor’s products align with the spirit and focus of a specific event.
Eligible products
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Handmade, locally made, or locally designed goods
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Original artwork and original designs
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Upcycled clothing or jewelry, provided items are meaningfully reworked with your own original ideas
Ineligible products include (but are not limited to):
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Independent distributor or MLM products (e.g. Avon, Sweetlegs)
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Mass-market or imported goods (e.g. plastic inflatable toys, AliExpress-style products)
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Non-original artwork printed on mass-produced items
(e.g. Etsy-sourced designs printed on blank products purchased from overseas suppliers)
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Retail collectibles, resale items, or garage-sale-style collections
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Straight consignment or vintage clothing/jewelry that has not been reworked
Elevate reserves the right, at the sole discretion of the organizers, to decline or remove vendors whose products do not align with the event criteria.
2. Communication
All vendor communication is handled by email.
Please ensure that:
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elevatethearts.com is whitelisted, or
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comm@elevatethearts.com is added to your contacts
This helps ensure you receive important event updates and instructions.
3. Load-In, Setup & Tear-Down
Vendors will receive clear instructions regarding load-in, setup, and tear-down at least six (6) days prior to the event.
Vendors are expected to:
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Read all instructions carefully
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Follow timelines and procedures as outlined
These processes are designed to ensure a smooth, efficient experience for everyone involved.
4. Fees, Deadlines & Cancellations
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Vendor fees must be paid by the stated deadline
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Vendors who miss the deadline will be considered cancelled
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It is the vendor’s responsibility to ensure payment is completed
→ One reminder will be sent approximately one week before the deadline
→ We do not follow up beyond that reminder
Vendor fees are non-refundable, and vendor spaces are non-transferable.
In limited circumstances (e.g. family emergency), Elevate may consider substitutions or exceptions on a case-by-case basis, at our discretion.
5. Weather & Event Changes
All Elevate markets are rain or shine.
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Vendors who choose not to attend due to weather are not eligible for refunds
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In the rare case that Elevate cancels (not postpones) an event due to extreme circumstances, refunds will be issued within three (3) days of the cancelled event
6. Sales & Promotion
Elevate makes no guarantees regarding attendance, traffic, or vendor sales outcomes.
Vendors are encouraged to:
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Promote their participation through their own networks
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Help spread the word to support the overall success of the event
7. Conduct & Community Standards
Elevate markets are community-focused events grounded in respect, inclusion, and goodwill.
Vendors agree to:
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Contribute to an atmosphere of inclusion, equity, and acceptance
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Treat fellow vendors, staff, volunteers, and attendees with courtesy and respect
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Bring a cooperative attitude — and a sense of humour
Hostile, abusive, or predatory behaviour from vendors, staff, or attendees will not be tolerated and will be addressed promptly by Elevate management.
8. Sustainability & Waste Reduction
Elevate is committed to minimizing environmental impact.
Vendors are expected to:
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Reduce the use of single-use plastics and packaging wherever possible
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Take responsibility for managing the waste generated by their own products
We strive toward zero-waste events and encourage reuse, reduction, and recycling wherever feasible.