WEAR - Canada's Sustainable Fashion Conference

'23

CONFERENCE

October 11-12

Evergreen Brick Works, Toronto

About

In an effort to address the fashion industry priorities, and to drive the transformation that must take place, FTA will once again bring industry stakeholders together at WEAR to collaborate, and accelerate our collective efforts toward progress and a more conscious fashion future.

Agenda

Our agenda is packed with the most important topics, aimed to generate the most engaging discussions. Top experts and thought leaders who will share perspectives into the challenges and opportunities facing the fashion industry. And we are excited this year to hear from so many new voices.

Over two days, you will be immersed in carefully curated content rooted in collective action, systems thinking and true collaboration. You will meet and engage with those who share similar goals, network with friends and peers, and together, forge toward a sustainable fashion future.

AGENDA

Additional sessions to be added. Schedule subject to change.

Speakers

Stay tuned for more speakers to be announced!

Tickets

Tickets are non-refundable. All prices in Canadian Dollars (CAD)

Past Attendees

WEAR Audience

Brands & Retailers

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Academics, NGOs, Government

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C-level, founders, owners & directors

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Managers (sustainability, marketing, operations, sourcing)

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What Attendees Say

"WEAR is a must attend event for sustainable fashion. The conference attracts a who's who of people involved in the transformation of the fashion industry."

"I think it is incredible that the quality of this event exceeds my expectations every year. The substantive subject matter covered was exceptional. I literally never want to miss this."

"I was able to get a glimpse on the next level of thinking about apparel & sustainability and the best part was that it came from so many different corners of the industry – so refreshing!"

VENUE

For over 30 years, Evergreen Brick Works has been facilitating change in communities through connection, innovation and sustainable actions. We are so excited to once again host WEAR in this stunning space!

Evergreen Brick Works
550 Bayview Avenue Toronto, ON M4W 3X8 (Map)

GETTING TO WEAR

Public transit options

Driving directions from the airport (Google Maps)

Need an airport transfer? Evolve Limousine is a partner of WEAR ’23. If you’re in Toronto in October, consider booking an electric airport transfer to / from Pearson Airport via their website. When completing the booking form, be sure to mention that you are a WEAR attendee and receive a $90 flat rate price from anywhere Downtown to Toronto Pearson (plus tax and gratuity). Evolve Limousine offers a fleet of luxury electric vehicles with zero emissions including Tesla, Porsche, Audi, Jaguar & more. For every ride Evolve will plant trees in rural areas & across Canada.

STAY WITH US AT THE ANNDORE HOUSE!

If you are traveling to Toronto and still require accommodation please consider Anndore House. While our preferred partner rate has expired, you can call 416-924-1222, or their toll-free number 1-833-745-8370 or email reception@theanndorehouse.com, and identify the group name “Fashion Takes Action” when making the reservation, and they will give you the best available rate they have.

15 Charles Street, East Toronto, ON, M4Y 1S1 (Map)

FTA is proudly offsetting the impact of our 2023 WEAR Conference thanks to in-kind support from Greenly.

Learn more about our commitment to the environment and our approach to health & safety at WEAR 2023.

About Fashion Takes Action

Fashion Takes Action is a non-profit established in 2007, with a mission to advance sustainability in the entire fashion system through education, awareness, research and collaboration. In 2014, we launched the World Ethical Apparel Roundtable (WEAR) to bring together global fashion industry stakeholders to learn from leading experts and academics and be inspired to take action. Learn more