About HWY 404 & Steeles Flea Market | Our Story & Mission

Something For Everyone!

About Us

Discover one of Toronto’s most vibrant indoor flea markets, where local vendors, unique finds, and diverse food options come together for a one-of-a-kind weekend shopping experience. 

A New Market Built on a Proven Legacy

Hwy 404 & Steeles Flea Market opened in July 2023 as a family-run business with deep roots in Ontario’s flea market community.

We are the second location created by the family behind Dr. Flea’s Flea Market, an iconic Ontario flea market that first opened in 1987 and has served generations of shoppers and small businesses. Built on decades of hands-on experience, Hwy 404 & Steeles Flea Market was created to bring that same spirit into a modern, vibrant new space.

200+

Vendors

Cuisines from Around the World

1000+

Weekend Visitors

Our History

Our Mission Is Simple

To support small businesses, strengthen the local community, and create a unique weekend shopping destination where food, family, fun, and events come together. We believe flea markets are more than places to shop — they are places to gather, discover, and connect.

What We Stand For

Community Engagement

Community involvement is a core part of how we operate. We actively support charitable initiatives including Salvation Army food drives, seasonal donation programs, and free family events. Our market regularly hosts large-scale community activations such as:

These events are designed to make the market a destination for families while supporting vendors through increased foot traffic.

Leadership & Recognition

Hwy 404 & Steeles Flea Market is operated by siblings Vanessa and Sam Koffman, children of Dr. Flea and second-generation flea market operators.

In recognition of his leadership and community impact, Sam was named Top 40 Under 40 by the City of Markham, while Vanessa has an extensive background in Business and Marketing from The University of Toronto.

A Market You Can Trust

From first-time visitors to long-time vendors, our goal is to create a market people return to week after week

Join Us

Whether you’re coming to shop, eat, explore, or grow your business, we invite you to experience what makes Hwy 404 & Steeles Flea Market special.

Shop local. Discover more. Be part of the Flea Family.