Our mission is to improve community access to healthy, local food and promote economic development rooted in the county’s history, culture, and local bounty. We will improve the livelihood of local food producers and entrepreneurs and encourage the development of new food-related businesses and jobs.

The Canal Market District isn’t just about finding fresh, local produce. It’s about building relationships with the people that make up this community.

As our city prepares to restore the South side, we want to solidify our commitment to revitalization by providing a space that encourages everyone to learn and grow together. Several urban renewal projects in the downtown area contribute to a pivotal time in our history. With the help of local leaders, fellow citizens, and the city of Newark, we have been working to improve the quality of life in our community. Bringing healthy, affordable, and locally produced food to our community is central to this revitalization and Newark and Licking County's economic development.

We are picking up where the Ohio Canal left off. The Canal Market District has reclaimed this space in the same spirit of our ancestors: bringing people together to share local food and crafts. The Canal Market is proud to add value to the culture of Newark.