A little market in a big city

The Apple Market is a family-owned and run business that has been in operation since 1972. It is one of the few family-run markets left in our area today.

On April 26, 1950, Joseph Tiveron bought a 15 – acre farm at the corner of the Queensway and Camilla Road. Here he became a farmer, specializing in apples, onions, carrots, tomatoes, and rhubarb.

In the summer of 1972, Joseph’s son, Dave Tiveron, opened a small fruit stand in the family’s barn. Unfortunately, the barn burnt down in late September and everything was lost. Dave convinced his dad to build a new building for him to use. 

In the spring of 1973, Dave and Paula Tiveron opened The Apple Market / Tiveron Farms as a seasonal fruit stand and garden centre. Here they sold only the freshest fruits, vegetables, and plants, from the spring to fall months. It operated seasonally until 1989. 

As time went on, the Tiveron family grew, as did the Market! Dave and Paula added a fresh-baked goods section, a small deli, and a unique grocery section. They also became the proud parents of three healthy children – Jennifer, Ashley, and James. In Dave and Paula’s eyes, three children also meant three cheap employees! The kids grew up helping Dave and Paula around the store, after school and on weekends. Many customers have watched them all grow up!