Steve and Mary’s on the Square to Host Last-Minute Christmas Market at Goderich Legion

Steve Bruce at Steve and Mary’s on the Square, presenting their Goderich Tourism Hospitality and Business Award.

A last-minute Christmas Market will be hosted by local restaurant owners Steve and Mary Bruce on December 20.

As Steve and Mary share their excitement for the upcoming Christmas market debut at the Goderich Legion, vendors are encouraged to stay and sell to the crowd at the Legion’s Saturday night meat draw.

The market will feature 30 vendors, selling a variety of wares such as handcrafted items, blankets, baked goods, soap and candles.

“This is our first time doing this. I want people to leave knowing they’ve found something special, a handcrafted, local Christmas gift made right here in the community,” said Steve Bruce.

“A lot of these vendors are taking time away from their families to be here, and they’re doing it to bring some good energy to the market and help keep it going.”

Steve and Mary recently held their Home for the Holidays event at the Goderich Legion on December 2. With the help of volunteers, community partners and staff, the restaurant fed 205 locals inside, gave out 35 takeout orders, and handed out 31 toy hampers for families.

Locals were fed with a free turkey dinner and were greeted with a visit from Santa and the Grinch.

“To all the people who donated food, toys and cash to turn into more food and supplies for family homes,” said Bruce.

“What a great community showing support for one another and caring. Words cannot show the appreciation needed to thank all the volunteers who donated their time to care for others. We could not do this without you.” 

The Christmas Market will run from 11 a.m. until 4 p.m. on December 20.

Bruce provided a special thanks to Platinum Sponsors, Randy and Laurie Carroll, Royal Canadian Legion Goderich, Jockey North America Inc., Blake Street Bakery, and Kim and Travis Teed for the live performance. 

Steve and Mary opened their restaurant in November 2019 and were able to stay afloat during the pandemic after careful planning and keeping budgets tight.

Since starting the business, the married couple has brought deep values of giving back to the community. 

Steve and Mary’s on the Square opens its doors to become a warming station for Goderich’s Coldest Night of the Year Walk, where they provide soap and collect donations. Steve and Mary are also on the Legion executive.

“We’re not doing this for any other reason than it’s simply the right thing to do. It’s important to stay involved in your community, to give back when you can, and to help keep it strong and healthy,” said Bruce.

“When everyone contributes in their own way, it creates a sense of connection and care that makes a real difference.”