A one-of-a-kind gathering for changemakers, creatives, and anyone who believes fashion can be a force for good.

Think: the colour, chaos, and community of your favourite thrift store, dropped right into the heart of downtown Vancouver. Whether you’re deep in the sustainable fashion world or just starting to explore it, this is your space to show up, connect, and be inspired.

Here’s what’s in store:

• Clothing swap with Alterna.te

• Mending circle

• Slay Fit Challenge plus prizes

• Photo booth

• Career Fair

• Panel discussion

• Keynote from Pattern Nation

• Snacks + coffee

We’re bringing together changemakers, creatives, and community — alongside our incredible collaborators Fashion Revolution, Alterna.te, and more. This is a rare chance to network with leaders and industry professionals in the sustainable fashion space, learn from people doing the work, and show up as your most authentic self.

Speakers and Panelists

The event features an impressive roster of speakers and panelists from across the sustainable fashion ecosystem. Keynote speaker Cyd of Pattern Nation, an artist, facilitator and small business owner, will open the afternoon. The panel discussion will include Karen Storry, Senior Engineer at Metro Vancouver; Madeline Shaw, a Sustainable Designer and Social Entrepreneur alongside other industry professionals. The panel will be moderated by Namrita Lamba, Environmental Consultant and representative of Fashion Revolution Canada. Closing remarks will be delivered by Fer Sauvage of alternaTe.

Collaborators and Exhibitors

The Fair will feature exhibitor booths from organizations at the forefront of sustainable fashion and the circular economy, including: City of Richmond, Cust.ooo, Fashion Revolution Canada, Fashion Takes Action, and Our Social Fabric. Event collaborators and facilitators include alternaTe and Repar.ia, who will host the clothing swap and mending café.

Sustainable Fashion Competition

Attendees are encouraged to arrive in their best secondhand or upcycled outfit to enter the Slay Fit Challenge — a sustainable fashion competition with prizes announced at the close of the event. A photo booth will be on hand to capture looks throughout the afternoon.