On Saturday, June 3, the “Ashtim petshaia” Small Business Market returns to Mashteuiatsh’s Uashassihtsh site, at the Pavillon des arts et des traditions. The Market is part of the Grande journée des petits entrepreneurs (GJPE).

For this 5th edition of the Mashteuiatsh market, more than 30 young people forming 22 businesses are currently registered. They’ll be setting up their booths on Saturday morning, June 3, while waiting for visitors to arrive.

“The number of participants and companies is similar to last year, although it is still possible for young people aged 5 to 17 from the Domaine-du-Roy and Mashteuiatsh communities to register,” reads a press release issued jointly by SADC Lac-St-Jean Ouest and SDEI de Mashteuiatsh.

Creativity at its best

« On the map on the GJPE website, at the location of the community of Mashteuiatsh, interested parties can already get a glimpse of the small businesses that will be present at the Pavillon des arts et des traditions next Saturday. »

« We can confirm that creativity will be at the forefront of this year’s event, with a wide variety of projects. You can find out more about these companies and their products via the link. »

List of products offered :

• Eco-friendly firelighters, colorful handcrafted jewelry, herbs, eco-friendly knitwear, lip balm and deodorant;
• Key-rings, coasters and other practical accessories will be on offer;
• Businesses will be selling a variety of lunchtime treats, including artisan cheese, popcorn, cookies, cotton candy, sweets and beverages such as herbal teas, hot chocolates and coffee.