Promenade on Queen

Included below are the required protocols and health & safety requirements of all vendors for the 2021 Promenade on Queen:

NEW PROTOCOLS FOR 2021

• A maximum of 20 vendor spaces will be permitted on site at one time
• Priority will be given, but not guaranteed, to local/regional (within 60km radius) vendors
• Priority will be given, but not guaranteed, to those selling unique product not currently found in local Kincardine businesses
• Application process will require proof of residence
• Application process will require detailed product information, including photos
• Vendor fee has been set at $20/day/space (10’x10’ frontage)
• If a vendor requires more than one space, price will increase at $20/day/space
• To ensure sufficient number of vendors for each Promenade date, vending space(s) must be booked and paid in advance
• Fees can be paid via cash/card
• Should vendor be absent on a date that has been pre-booked/pre-paid, fees will be forfeited
• In the event of organizer cancellation due to inclement weather – communication will be provided on such days that this is experienced
• Should a change in provincial regulations force the evaluation of the Promenade on Queen at any time during the season, refunds will be issued as required
• Preferred site selection cannot be guaranteed 
• Vendors must supply all materials required for set-up (ie. tables, chairs, tent, etc.)
• Vendors, unless depleted in stock, must be set up from 10:00am - 4:00pm
• Vendors are permitted to start set up no earlier than 8:00am to allow Municipal Parks & Public Works opportunity to water flowers and empty public waste receptacles.

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Vendors are required to pre-screen for COVID-19 symptoms as per municipal policy; (link to Municipal Screening Site will be provided to all vendors)
• Vendors to be spaced 10’ apart (minimum)
• Vendors are required to use a face covering when dealing with customers as mandated by Grey Bruce Public Health
• Vendors are required to make hand sanitizer available for both themselves and customers
• Vendors are encouraged to use a face covering at all times while seated at booth
• Vendors are encouraged to utilise plexiglass or other appropriate barriers to limit exposure
• Vendors are encouraged to utilise a form of eye protection when dealing directly with customers within 2m
• Food samples are not permitted
• Food cannot be prepared on site unless with appropriate licensing through Municipality of Kincardine Refreshment Vehicle Licensing
• Vendors must access the Street Closure area via the south street closure barricades (Queen Street & Durham Market North entrance) if using a vehicle to transport goods.
• Vehicles must access the closure area and have their vehicles removed BEFORE 9:30am
• Vehicles re-entering at end of day will not be provided access into the closure area UNTIL 3:45pm

2021 VENDOR APPLICATION

**If you need a printed copy of the application form, please contact 519-396-2731 or email tourism@kincardine.ca to arrange pick up.

Every Sunday during the Promenade on Queen, we will be shining on a light on the entrepreneurial spirit of our local YOUth! 

Vendor positions on Sunday(s) will prioritize those under 18 as we foster our young business community - and potentially - future business owners within our community.

Included below are the required protocols and health & safety requirements of all vendors for the 2021 YOUth on Queen participants:

PROTOCOLS FOR 2021

• A maximum of 20 vendor spaces will be permitted on site at one time
• Priority will be given, but not guaranteed, to local/regional (within 60km radius) vendors
• Priority will be given, but not guaranteed, to those selling unique product not currently found in local Kincardine businesses
• Application process will require detailed product information, including photos
• Vendor Fee will be waived for all YOUth on Queen participants
• Should a change in provincial regulations force the evaluation of the Promenade on Queen at any time during the season, all approved participants will be notified
• Preferred site selection cannot be guaranteed 
• Vendors must supply all materials required for set-up (ie. tables, chairs, tent, etc.)
• YOUth Vendors, unless stock is depleted, must be set up from 10:00am - 2:00pm (at a minimum)
• Vendors are permitted to start set up no earlier than 8:00am to allow Municipal Parks & Public Works opportunity to water flowers and empty public waste receptacles

HEALTH & SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

• Vendors are required to pre-screen for COVID-19 symptoms as per municipal policy; (link to Municipal Screening Site will be provided to all vendors)
• Vendors to be spaced 10’ apart (minimum)
• Vendors are required to use a face covering when dealing with customers as mandated by Grey Bruce Public Health
• Vendors are required to make hand sanitizer available for both themselves and customers
• Vendors are encouraged to use a face covering at all times while seated at booth
• Vendors are encouraged to utilise plexiglass or other appropriate barriers to limit exposure
• Vendors are encouraged to utilise a form of eye protection when dealing directly with customers within 2m
• Food samples are not permitted
• Food cannot be prepared on site unless with appropriate licensing through Municipality of Kincardine Refreshment Vehicle Licensing
• Vendors must access the Street Closure area via the south street closure barricades (Queen Street & Durham Market North entrance) if using a vehicle to transport goods
• Vehicles must access the closure area and have their vehicles removed BEFORE 9:30am
• Vehicles re-entering at end of day will not be provided access into the closure area UNTIL 4:00pm

2021 YOUth on QUEEN VENDOR APPLICATION

WINNERS:
B's Crafts - Braelyn Adams-Smith
studiofour0seven - Maggie Carr
Sophie's Creations - Sophie Marcotte
Heritage Creations - Reide Searle

A very big THANK YOU to Matt Brown & United Huron Construction for helping foster local business!

Graciously sponsored through United Huron Construction, participating YOUth on Queen vendors will be eligible to WIN one of a series of grants to help support their business model!

Additional information to follow for all participants.

Register to participate today!

Through staff, volunteer and public input, the Municipality of Kincardine continues to build on and improve this experience for all users.

Mobility Devices

In 2021, we have partnered with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 183 Kincardine, to offer the FREE use of a limited supply of mobility devices.  These devices will be available on site and be made available to those that may require assistance while navigating the street closure.  

We will have access to 3 wheelchairs as well as 2 walkers/rollators.  We will have the walkers and one wheelchair on site weekly, and will transport additional wheelchairs through pre-reservation.  To pre-reserve, please contact Kincardine Tourism at 519-396-2731 or email tourism@kincardine.ca 

Accessible Parking

The closure of Queen Street Friday evening through Sunday evening will affect existing accessible parking.  These spaces have been relocated during this timeframe to the following locations:

• Durham Market North (beside existing accessible spot)
• 2 spots in front of 708 Queen Street (Dairy Queen)
• 287 Lambton Street (Freedom 55 Financial)
• 313 Lambton Street (Marshall and Mahood)

To view temporary and exiting accessible parking spaces and their locations, please see the file below:

Temporary Accessible Parking During Weekend Closure

 Please check back as full line up is confirmed.  Schedule will be updated weekly.