GIRO storage of textile waste is at capacity
The textile industry continues to be one of the biggest polluters on the planet. At every stage of this linear economic model,... Read More
GIRO AGM – Tuesday, October 5th, 7pm
Please find below the link and for the GIRO AGM for the year 2020. Dial in # are also provided for those... Read More
GIRO C2C Threads Update
We have lots of exciting news to share since our last update in May. The textile project continues to develop organically through... Read More
Rethink Your Wardrobe
The most sustainable piece of clothing is one that is already in your closet. The GIRO ReStore and other thrift stores are... Read More
“I got it at GIRO”
Episode 27 : "Straight Outta Gabriola”
Now accepting books !
As of Wednesday 21st July, GIRO will resume accepting books for drop off. We will be asking for a small donation depending on... Read More
Fashion Show / Silent Auction & Fundraiser !
GIRO’s Cradle-2-Cradle Threads circular economy textile initiative is hosting our first big event at the Gabriola Commons on Sunday August 22, 1-4pm. Tickets now available... Read More
The GIRO Restore is reopening on Wednesday, June 2nd
As the COVID case count for this region continues to decline and the community vaccinations are being administered, we now feel that... Read More
Winning designs for C2C Threads Initiative and next steps
Since the RDN funding was awarded to us in February, GIRO’s C2C Threads team have been busy collaborating with community members to... Read More
GIRO Restore closed until end of May
Due to the rise in COVID-19 in this region we believe it is necessary to close the Restore. The vaccination rollout has... Read More