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October 17th, 2024

Hello [firstname], Welcome to the Canadian Apparel Federation newsletter highlighting articles upcoming events, job postings and more from our membership.   News CAF Searches for        CAF is committed to adding new program partners to our membership offering. One of the key areas is logistics services offered by 3PL providers.  In particular, e-commerce sales have generated substantial demand for 3PL service providers to support Canadian apparel brands. We are looking for proposals from 3PL providers who can offer services to our members at preferred rates, or … [More Info]   Canadian government seeks feedback from CAF on mandate of CORE. Author: Release Date: Wednesday 18-Sep-2024 12:19 PM The Canadian government has asked industry to comment on the mandate of the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise (CORE), as part of a review of the office, announced earlier this …

September 23rd, 2024

CAF is committed to adding new program partners to our membership offering. One of the key areas is logistics services offered by 3PL providers. In particular, e-commerce sales have generated substantial demand for 3PL service providers to support Canadian apparel brands

September 18th, 2024

The Canadian government is updating the mandate of the Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise.

August 22nd, 2024

We are excited to announce that CAF will be launching a brand-new website in September. This upgrade is a key part of our ongoing efforts to enhance membership management and communication.

August 7th, 2024

The 2024 SPESA Executive Conference — making its Canadian debut this year in Montréal, QC will bring together suppliers, manufacturers, brands, retailers, and other apparel industry stakeholders to network and discuss some of the most important issues impacting the industry in the Western Hemisphere, including: advanced textile technology, revolutionary sustainability initiatives, AI in supply chains, Canadian manufacturing, and the next generation of the industry.

Posted by Bob Kirke July 29th, 2024

MONTREAL & OTTAWA, July 24, 2024 - CS PAIEMENT (www.cspaiement.com), a certified Clover distributor, is pleased to announce a partnership with the CANADIAN APPAREL FEDERATION (CAF) (www.apparel.ca). This partnership aims to provide advantageous rates on payment solutions as well as personalized customer service to CAF members.

Posted by Bob Kirke July 22nd, 2024

The Canadian government recently introduced changes to the Competition Act which will have a substantial impact on sustainability claims made by Canadian companies. These changes will force many companies to revisit how they promote their products in terms of sustainability in light of the substantial penalties that can be levied by the Competition Bureau. tc) to bring complaints to the Competition Bureau on these issues.

Posted by Bob Kirke July 15th, 2024

On July 27, 2024 the Canadian government launched a data collection effort on per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) substances and products containing that class of chemicals. PFAS substances are found in many industrial and consumer products, including textiles/apparel.

Posted by Bob Kirke July 12th, 2024

The Canadian Apparel Federation (CAF) has selected a new supplier of payroll services for our members. Wagepoint is a small-but-mighty fintech company on a mission to simplify payroll. Their online software was created just for small businesses, automating the most “ugh” parts of payroll – like calculating wages and reporting on taxes – so that companies can get back to doing, well, literally anything else.

Posted by Bob Kirke July 12th, 2024

The Gateway to Europe program is a full-service solution designed to support Canadian companies looking to expand their market presence in Europe. Tailored specifically for small to medium-sized apparel companies, this initiative aims to streamline the complexities of entering the European market, providing a comprehensive suite of services to ensure seamless business operations.