We are deeply committed to minimizing textile waste by repurposing local materials to design and produce a range of long-lasting, practical, and unique items made from discarded textiles.
We are fully dedicated to supporting local production.
We collaborate with skilled artisans on Gabriola Island to carefully handcraft these one-of-a-kind pieces.
Our goal is to support a circular economy model in which resources are reused and repurposed to reduce waste and environmental impact.
ReLove Local
Rethink. Reduce.
ReLove Local.
Our small community donates 2,000 lbs of textiles
to Gabriola Island Recycling Center.
Only half of the donations received are suitable for our ReStore.
This issue is not unique to us.
The fashion industry is the second-largest polluter globally, with textiles representing the fastest-growing waste stream. This is due to its heavy reliance on manufacturing processes that contribute to air and water pollution, and the industry's rapid production of textiles has led to a significant increase in textile waste.
What actions are we taking to address this issue?
GIRO Makerspace Workshops
Started Jan 8
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GIRO ReStore Hours
Wednesday: 9:30am-4pm
Saturday: 9:30am-4pm
Summer Hours
(July-August)
8:30am-3pm
Gabriola Island
Recycling Organization
Address
700 Tin Can Alley, Gabriola, BC
V0R 1X3