Nov
28
6:00 PM18:00

Let's Talk About Textile Waste

We all know that waste in our industry is a challenge, and we want to help shape the future. We’re partnering with Metro Vancouver to influence how we manage solid waste, particularly textiles.

Join us for an interactive exercise led by textile waste experts from Debrand, Our Social Fabric and Fabcycle, where you can share your thoughts on the future of textile waste. Your insights will be shared directly with the Metro Vancouver team. We’ll kick off the evening with an update on the current state of our industry from board members Sarah Murray, the Program Coordinator, Fashion and Creative courses at VCC, and Paul King of KenDor Textiles. We'll end the night with networking to give you time to connect with your peers.

Attendance is free, and light snacks and refreshments will be provided!

Register HERE

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Jun
18
7:00 PM19:00

"Fashion Reimagined" Screening & BC Apparel & Gear 2024 AGM

We are excited to announce our 2024 AGM plus an exclusive screening of the documentary “Fashion Reimagined”. Join us on June 18th for an evening of inspiration and insights into the dynamic world of sustainability in fashion. Sit back and enjoy complimentary soda and popcorn while you watch!

About Fashion Reimagined:

Trailblazing designer Amy Powney is on a mission to create a sustainable collection from field to finished garment or leave fashion for good. Fashion Reimagined follows Amy’s personal revolution which becomes the precursor of a much bigger, societal change.

Register HERE

*Free for BCAG members. Find the code in the members-only Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2892030054366621

*$10 admission includes an Individual Membership that you can redeem at check-in or by emailing your confirmation to hello@bcapparelandgear.com

A huge thank you to our sponsors Vancouver Community College, Precision Design Group and Glynis Tao.

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ApparelCamp 2024
Apr
20
8:00 AM08:00

ApparelCamp 2024

We are very excited to be a sponsor of ApparelCamp 2024.  ApparelCamp Vancouver is a user-driven, collaborative “unconference” for people who work in the apparel and soft goods industry.

Stop by our booth to learn about exciting updates, become a member, and help us form our Unique Value Proposition. 

BCAG members get 10% off at registration. Code sent via our newsletter or can be requested by emailing hello@bcapparelandgear.com. 

Register HERE

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Apr
13
5:30 PM17:30

BCAG 2023 Kickoff

We have been hard at work re-tooling the vision and plan for the BCAG and we are thrilled to roll it out on April 13th. Join us and your industry friends for a drink or two and an engaging conversation about the future of our association. We learned a lot in the last 3 years and are excited to share a bold new approach for helping to craft a thriving and sustainable future for our industry.

Get your tickets here >>

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KORE Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit
Oct
19
to Oct 21

KORE Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit

KORE (Kootenay Outdoor Recreation Enterprise) is hosting an Outdoor Rec-Tech Summit conference dedicated to the outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design sector. The event will be held October 19-21, 2022 at the Kimberley Alpine Resort’s Conference Centre in the East Kootenay region of British Columbia and there will be an optional “stay and play” day on the 22nd for those who would like to explore and recreate.

Industry thought leaders and speakers will be giving presentations throughout the event and anybody interested in outdoor rec-tech manufacturing and product design in British Columbia, Alberta, Pacific Northwest and the U.S. Western States are invited to attend.

For more information and to register check out their website here.

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BC Apparel and Gear Networking Event
Jun
23
5:00 PM17:00

BC Apparel and Gear Networking Event

The BC Apparel and Gear would like to invite its members (and invite soon to be members), to an evening of reconnecting and making new industry connections! As the 2nd ever in-person event put on by the BC Apparel and Gear Association, it is high time, we celebrate this amazing industry.

The board will give an update on its many exciting projects that will invest in developing and attracting world-class talent and scaling the growth and achieve sustainable global competitiveness of our industry.

Refreshments will be served ;-)

Register HERE

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LaSalle College Spring 2022 Portfolio Show
Jun
21
4:30 PM16:30

LaSalle College Spring 2022 Portfolio Show

Come join LaSalle College as they host their Spring 2022 Portfolio Show at their Vancouver Campus.

Students from Interior Design, Graphic Design, Fashion, Culinary, Games , Animation, Modeling, and VFX will be showcasing their best work. Come connect with the future talent and see what they can bring to your organization!

Click here to register

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Mar
16
5:00 PM17:00

The BC Apparel and Gear Association 2022 AGM: March 16th 2022

The BC Apparel and Gear Association AGM will be held via zoom call on
March 16th, 2022
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Motion to approve agenda
2022 Board Nominations
Approve minutes from 2021
Update from the board
Financial Report
New Business

Introduce our NEW Executive Director!

with special guest speaker, Lina Gomez from Debrand Services

Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bcag-agm-2022-march-16-2022-registration-275846994787

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Mar
11
5:00 PM17:00

AGM March 11th 2021

The BC Apparel and Gear Association AGM will be held via zoom call on
March 11th, 2021
5:00pm - 6:30pm

Motion to approve agenda
Introduce the 2020 Board
Approve minutes from 2020
Update from the board
Financial Report
Plan for Election of Directors
New Business

with special guest speakers from
Ascent Public Affairs and Textile Lab for Circularity
Kimanda Jarzebiak and Sara Blenkhorn

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Major Changes from NAFTA to USMCA that affect the Apparel, Footwear and Gear Sector
Jul
9
12:00 PM12:00

Major Changes from NAFTA to USMCA that affect the Apparel, Footwear and Gear Sector

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The BC Apparel and Gear Association is pleased to host a FREE WEBINAR with Carson International’s Dave Pentland. He will walk us through the major changes from NAFTA to USMCA that affect the Apparel, Footwear and Gear Sector.

Dave has worked in the Customs and Logistics Industry for the past 40 years, much of this involved with large, medium and smaller apparel, footwear, action sports companies. With experience in the airline industry, trucking industry, freight forwarding as well as Canadian and American Customs Brokerage, He is a Licensed Canadian Customs Broker and an IATA Certified Freight Forwarder.  Dave has guest lectured at a number of post-secondary institutions and hosted many Trade Association Seminars on a wide array of Customs, Logistics and International Trade topics. Dave is currently the Vice President of Carson International based in Vancouver,  BC. Carson International is a full service International Freight Forwarder and a US and Canadian Customs Broker.

Join Zoom Meeting: https://zoom.us/j/92828947484

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Apr
3
10:00 AM10:00

Fashion Technology: Finishing the Digital Transformation

THURSDAY, APRIL 3RD 10AM

HOSTED BY: RUTH KELLY, BCAG

PRESENTED BY: STACY HOLT, HOLT CONSULTING

In light in recent global events, the apparel industry has had to take stock of how they will weather managing everything from supply chain to sales. One of the long term solutions is to move to using digital tools and resources. Explore how moving to a more digital world can impact everything from  design, product development, sourcing, sales and distribution. Strategizing how to transition from 2D to 3D will also be reviewed.

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ABOUT STACY

Stacy Holt is a 30+ Year veteran of the BC apparel industry has been leading the digital revolution of product development. Stacy embraced 2D to 3D in the early 2000’s, training many global companies on the use of Optitex EFI. More recently, she led a team to develop a whole body scan to custom fit clothing solution with Size Stream LLC. Her deep knowledge of fit and sizing systems has set her up for success with virtual prototyping and 3D digital asset management. Stacy envisions the fashion world of the future where video, augmented and virtual reality tools will be the new norm through the entire product lifecycle.

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Mar
26
12:00 PM12:00

Work in the New World

FREE WEBINAR
THURSDAY, MARCH 26TH 12 NOON - 1PM

"WORK, IN OUR NEW WORLD"

PRESENTER: ELEVEN ELEVEN TALENT COLLECTIVE

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Eleven Eleven Talent Collective is a global recruitment agency that specializes in the retail, apparel and consumer goods industries. With passionate expertise and real results, we empower individuals and companies that value flexible work environments, unlimited income potential, and time to achieve what matters.

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