To: Southwark Council
Save Canada Water Market
We Politely Request
✅ Immediate reinstatement of the Sunday license to prevent further economic harm.
✅ A clear, fair contract with agreed terms for payments, cancellations, and dispute resolution.
✅ Accurate invoicing that reflects real trading days and conditions.
✅ Transparent dialogue between the Council and market operators.
✅ A clear, fair contract with agreed terms for payments, cancellations, and dispute resolution.
✅ Accurate invoicing that reflects real trading days and conditions.
✅ Transparent dialogue between the Council and market operators.
Why is this important?
Why Canada Water Market Matters
Since its launch in April 2022, Canada Water Market has been a lifeline for independent traders, small businesses, charities, musicians, and local creatives. It provides:
✅ Jobs & income for entrepreneurs and small businesses
✅ A platform for charities (who are given free stalls)
✅ Live music & cultural events that enrich the community
✅ Opportunities for underrepresented groups in business
✅ A platform for charities (who are given free stalls)
✅ Live music & cultural events that enrich the community
✅ Opportunities for underrepresented groups in business
This market is a cornerstone of the local economy and social life. Its sudden, unjustified shutdown or potential council takeover will leave traders without income, businesses at risk of closure, and the community deprived of a market that has been significantly improved with seating, entertainment, increased footfall, community engagement, high-quality traders, and a well-organised operation.
