A cafe inside Edmonton’s Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market is shutting down after two years in business. Paperbirch by Chartrand, run by chef Shane Chartrand, is closing as Chartrand departs the venue.
The market announced the news in an Instagram post, thanking Chartrand for his contribution to the team and for bringing Indigenous flavours and perspectives to the cafe menu.
What’s Next for Chartrand
According to the market, Chartrand will continue to host its Indigenous Taste of the Market dinners, with tickets still available for a November event. He is also expected to keep supporting the market through other culinary work outside the cafe.
Chartrand has operated multiple restaurants in the Edmonton area, including SC restaurant at the River Cree Resort and Casino, and has appeared on cooking competition shows such as Top Chef Canada, Iron Chef Canada, Chopped Canada, Fridge War, and Wall of Chefs. He is also known for his cookbook, tawâw: Progressive Indigenous Cuisine, which combines recipes with personal stories about Indigenous culinary traditions.
New Tenant Moving In
The market said a new vendor, Bus Barn Cafe, will open in the space on Saturday, October 17. The incoming cafe is set to offer breakfast and lunch service, grab-and-go items, and weekly specials, according to the market’s website.
The Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market, located at 10310 83rd Ave. NW, continues to operate with a rotating mix of vendors inside the building.
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