The James Bay Market Society was founded by a small group of James Bay residents, assisted by a grant from the City. The non-profit Society obtained a $5000 grant from the city of Victoria to start a Summer Community Market.  During the first two years of operation, the Market was located at South Park School (corner of Douglas and Superior).  In 1997, the Market relocated to a green space at the corner of Menzies and Superior, where it remains today. The Market has grown and changed in leaps and bounds since its creation.  While there was typically a handful of dedicated vendors back in 1995, Saturday mornings now see more than 50 tents gathered together, selling food, produce, art, crafts and services. Locals grab a cup of coffee, pick up some vegetables for supper, and soak up the live music. The James Bay Market Society is now self-sufficient, and hosts an Annual Christmas Craft Show (The Dickens Fair) and a Spring Garden Show/Seed Exchange (Seedy Saturday).