The Office of the Fire Marshal has wrapped up its on-site investigation at the site formerly housing the main building of the St. Jacobs Farmers Market.

Investigators continue their work, having taken a number of “items of interest” from the site for further examination.

There is currently no timetable for a final report on the investigation.

With the on-site investigation complete, the building has been turned back over to owners Mercedes Corp., and demolition work began Wednesday afternoon.

The investigation was focused on the building’s southeast corner, where the Conestoga Fries and Stone Crock Bakery stands were located.

Woolwich Township councillors held a moment of silence for the fire at their Tuesday night council the meeting.

After the meeting, Mayor Todd Cowan told CTV News that the provincial and federal governments had both expressed condolences and support in the aftermath of Monday’s fire.

“They both seem very receptive to helping out,” he said.

“They’ve both aware of the enormous importance and role … for not just the market, but other businesses and the national economy.”

Cowan added that it would be “premature” for any level of government to make firm financial commitments until more details are known about the extent of the damage and what will and will not be covered by insurance.

Waterloo-based insurance lawyer Gord Robson of law firm Miller Thomson says insurance claims could be “complicated” due to the setup of the open-space market, as opposed to buildings with divided units.

“This is somewhat of a unique situation,” he says.

“Much of it depends on the particular leasing arrangement the tenant has with the landlord.”

Under the building’s rental agreement, all vendors are supposed to have liability insurance coverage worth at least $2 million.

Despite the continuing investigation and vendor uncertainty, about 300 vendors will be on hand as usual for the Thursday and Saturday outdoor markets.

“Come out to the market, show your support – that’s how the public can help,” said Cowan.

The market’s owners say they plan to rebuild the facility, but may operate temporarily for some time until that can happen.