How It All Began

Carter and Carmen both grew up with farm life in rural Saskatchewan, and while Carmen moved off the farm, Carter kept raising cattle. Their roots in agriculture and their entrepreneurial spirit have always been close to their hearts.

Where it all started, Carzan Local Market

After high school, Carter dreamed of opening a market showcasing Saskatchewan-made products, especially his home-raised beef. Although finances delayed that dream, he built a small beef sales business in the Regina area. Meanwhile, Carmen faced health challenges that led her to change her diet, opting for locally sourced, clean ingredients. She found her wellness journey aligned with supporting small, rural markets and buying from local producers.

As Carter also embraced healthier eating, they both realized how hard it was to find simple, natural food in typical stores. When they met, Carmen’s love for local markets re-ignited Carter’s dream. During the Covid quarantine, they finally had the time to bring their vision to life, and Carzan Local Market was born.

Carzan was built on the belief that food should do more.

Through our Snack & Give Back initiative, 2% of all proceeds are donated to help feed Canadians in need—because good food should leave people, communities, and the planet better than we found them.

In 2025 we donated $9000 to local and national charities. THANK YOU!


What began as a small market has evolved into Carzan Local Meats, with our grass-fed beef jerky leading the way.

Today, Carzan jerky can be found across Canada, from local markets to retail shelves coast to coast.

Our mission remains simple: help people eat better with clean, responsibly sourced meats. It’s been one hell of a ride—and we’re just getting started.

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