Nova Scotia School Voucher Program
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Each voucher has a maximum value of $10 and is not redeemable for cash.
Vouchers can be used towards the purchase of any products at your farmers’ market, with the exception of beverage alcohol products.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can the vouchers be redeemed for?
Vouchers can be redeemed with any market vendor at participating FMNS member farmers’ market locations (see list above). The only exception is that vouchers cannot be redeemed towards beverage alcohol products. We encourage students to explore the market and find a producer or maker that interests them.
Who got the NS Loyal School Vouchers?
All Nova Scotia public schools and Mi’kmaw Kina’matnewey schools received the vouchers for distribution to students.
Registered homeschool students should have received an email from the Department of Education in July providing you with a link to opt into the program. Another email will be sent through the Department of Education in September reminding registered homeschool students about the opportunity.
Where can we use them?
Vouchers can be redeemed at a vendor at a participating FMNS member farmers’ market location (see list above).
Please note: Vouchers cannot be used at non-FMNS member farmers’ markets or grocers such as farm markets.
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