Organizers of the Salmonberry Market are hoping to move the weekly gathering on the Courthouse lawn to the weekend for the 2013 season.
The market, which features crafts and various goods from individuals and small businesses was held every Thursday evening last year, but market manager Jo Scott told Prince Rupert city council the day just doesn't work any more.
"The market was originally scheduled because of the cruise ships. We don't have cruise ships anymore and really want a community-driven market. We want something that is going to draw in residents and people from out of town," said Scott.
"The reason we want it on Sunday is that a lot of our vendors are involved in the Moose Hall Market on Saturday mornings, so we didn't want Saturday afternoon because a lot of our members are older and would have a tough time doing a full day."
Along with food and dancers, this year members of the Salmonberry Trading Society are being trained in making dolls with clay arms and faces and authentic regalia of the Tsimshian, Haida, Nisga'a and other First Nations in the region.
Council said they were supportive of the idea, but that the change of date would come down to the owners of the Courthouse property. Regardless, the volunteers behind the event were applauded for their efforts.
"I think Salmonberry should really be given a hearty round of thanks because they have really been keeping the idea of the farmer's market alive," said Councillor Joy Thorkelson, noting that the market is used to market to potential cruise lines.
The market, which has been running every Thursday since 2006, started in Mariner's Park before moving to Third Ave. West and eventually the Courthouse lawn.
For more information on the market, call 250-624-8337 or visit salmonberrytrading.com.