Every year, mountains of cast‐off clothing land in the world’s landfills – and a lot of it is made from fabrics that don’t break down. Meanwhile the workers who make so much of what we wear work long hours for little pay in hazardous conditions. But we can all make more ethical, greener wardrobe choices.
The Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) and the Manitoba Council for International Cooperation (MCIC) have partnered to showcase the benefits and beauty of sustainable fashion. The event on Sunday, April 14 combines learning, a fun fashion show and demonstrations on extending the life of your clothes.
Beginning at 11:00 a.m., visitors will have a chance to play games, learn more about the perils of fast fashion, and shop local designers.
Sustainable fashion show and insights
1:00 p.m.–2:15 p.m. – Bonnie & John Buhler Hall
Learn why sustainable fashion is the best way to get dressed – and meet three Manitoba designers who create sustainable clothing. Andréanne Mulaire Dandeneau, Lennard Taylor and Sarah Sue will talk about how they create sustainability – and they will show off how good it looks. (Learn more about these dynamic designers below.)
New life for old garments
2:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. – Manitoba Teachers’ Society Classrooms, Level 1
Three demonstrations will teach you new tricks to reinvigorate those old garments. Learn about sewing and mending, dyeing using environmentally friendly dyes, and beading clothes.