Free Micromarkets for Niagara & Hamilton Businesses
What is a micromarket?
A micromarket is a self-checkout mini-store set up right in your break room. Instead of choosing through glass like a vending machine, people browse open shelves and coolers, pick up what they want and pay at a self-checkout.
Micromarkets are made for larger workplaces that want a broad selection and a store-like experience for their teams. Ontario Vending, a family-owned company from Beamsville, sets them up and keeps them running at no cost across the Niagara Region and Hamilton.
What you can stock
Build a selection that feels like a small store, with categories such as:
- Snacks and bars
- Cold drinks
- Fresh and chilled foods
- Healthier choices
- Treats and candy
Good fit for
Offices
Larger teams get a break room that feels like a convenience store.
Warehouses and plants
Big crews across shifts can shop for food and drinks on site.
Schools
Staff areas can offer a wide, self-serve selection.
Hotels and motels
Guests can browse and buy at their convenience.
Payment
The self-checkout accepts card and tap.
How it works
Tell us about your location
Share a few details about your site and the people who would use the machine.
We assess and recommend machines
We look at each location individually and suggest the options that suit it.
We install at no cost
Once your site is approved, we install free of charge as soon as our supplier has a machine available.
We stock, clean and service
We keep everything filled, clean and working, visiting as often as your location needs.
Micromarkets questions
How is a micromarket different from a vending machine?
Shoppers browse open shelves and coolers, pick up items in hand and pay at a self-checkout, rather than selecting from behind glass.
Which workplaces suit a micromarket?
Micromarkets are designed for larger workplaces. We assess every location individually to recommend the best fit.
Can we choose what the micromarket sells?
Yes. You decide the product mix and we keep the shelves stocked.
Is there a cost to host a micromarket?
No. We set it up, stock it, clean it and maintain it at no cost to the host.