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A collective of Apparel and Gear professionals in British Columbia creating a future that supports our growth and sustainability goals.

Links: https://beacons.ai/bcag

06/26/2026

That’s a wrap! ✨
Thank you to everyone who came out last night and to the incredible team at Peak Apparel for hosting us.
Big thanks to our speakers — Paul, Ruth, Kathy, Eric K., Wincy, and Eric G. — for sharing their time and expertise
More events coming. Stay tuned.
📲 Join the BCAG community — link in bio.

06/25/2026

Today’s the day. 🙌
We’ll see you tonight at Peak Apparel — 505 Alexander St, Vancouver — doors open at 5 PM.
Come ready to connect, ask questions, share what you’re working on, and meet the people building the future of BC’s apparel & gear industry.
If you’re still on the fence: link in bio. Tickets at the door subject to availability.

06/23/2026

Two days. Don’t wait. ⏳
Tickets for the BCAG Networking Social at Peak Apparel are going fast — and this is your last easy reminder to grab one.
✔ Breakout sessions across the full product journey ✔ Connect with BC’s apparel & gear community ✔ Light refreshments included ✔ Paid members: 60% off
Thursday, June 25 | 5:00 – 8:00 PM | Peak Apparel, Vancouver
Link in bio.

06/21/2026

Quick reminder: paid BCAG members get 60% off tickets for next Thursday’s networking social at Peak Apparel. 👀
Not a member yet? Now’s a pretty good time.
Light refreshments, breakout sessions with industry pros, and a room full of the people building BC’s apparel & gear sector.
June 25 | 5–8 PM | 505 Alexander St, Vancouver 🎟 Grab your ticket — link in bio.

06/11/2026

BC Apparel & Gear Association presents an exclusive Industry Tour at BCAG Member , Peak Apparels’ offices.

📅 June 25, 2026
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM
📍 505 Alexander St, Vancouver, Peak Apparel Ltd.

Ever wanted to see what really happens behind the scenes of building a collection? This is your chance.

✨ What to expect:

Insights from BCAG Board Members on :

- Paul King – Welcome & Industry Introduction
- Ruth Kelly – Textile Sourcing
- Kathy Bolton – Product Development
- Eric Kazenbroot & Wincy Chan – Production & Manufacturing at Peak Apparel
- Eric Goodwin – Marketing, Photography & Brand Storytelling

💡 Why you should come:
Expand your network
Learn directly from industry experts
Get real-world insights into the apparel business

🎟 Ticket: $20 members, $50 non-members (includes food & drinks)
🚗 Limited parking available (15–20 spots behind the building, plenty of street parking nearby )

👥 Open to both BCAG members and non-members — feel free to bring colleagues and friends from the industry!

04/28/2026

📌 Important Update — Industry Tour Postponed
Due to unforeseen circumstances, our upcoming Industry Tour at Peak Apparel Ltd. has been postponed. We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
We are working on a new date and will share details as soon as possible. Thank you for your patience and continued support of BCAG — we can’t wait to see you at the event! 🙏

04/17/2026

BC Apparel & Gear Association presents an exclusive Industry Tour at BCAG Member , Peak Apparels’ offices.

📅 April 30, 2026
🕔 5:00–8:30 PM
📍 505 Alexander St, Vancouver, Peak Apparel Ltd.

Ever wanted to see what really happens behind the scenes of building a collection? This is your chance.

✨ What to expect:

Insights from BCAG Board Members on :

Production&Manufacturing - Eric Kazenbroot (Peak Apparel Ltd)
Sourcing - Paul King (KenDor, President)
PLM (Product Development) - Kathy Bolton (Peak Apparel Ltd)
Product Marketing & Photography - Eric Goodwin (Lathley, Director)
Factory tour - Wincy Chan (Peak Apparel Ltd)
Rehub: Repair, Reuse, Recycle - Kevin Pennock (KORE, Executive Director)
Regulatory & USA updates – Ayr Barnett (KenDor) and Eric Kazenbroot (Peak Apparel Ltd)
Networking session

💡 Why you should come:
Expand your network
Learn directly from industry experts
Get real-world insights into the apparel business

🎟 Ticket: $20 members, $30 non-members (includes food & drinks)
🚗 Limited parking available (15–20 spots behind the building, plenty of street parking nearby )

👥 Open to both BCAG members and non-members feel free to bring colleagues and friends from the industry!

📩 Spots are limited DM us to reserve your place or purchase here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/industry-tour-at-bcag-tickets-1987694064454?aff=oddtdtcreator

03/04/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome our new BCAG Board members: Eric Goodwin and Luana Carcano!

👔 Eric brings over a decade of creative direction experience in the apparel world, helping brands elevate their presence and storytelling.
🌍 Luana is a seasoned strategy & brand expert with nearly 20 years advising fashion and premium goods industries globally, and also teaches at SFU’s Beedie School of Business.

Welcome to the team we can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make! 🎉

02/27/2026

We decided it’s time to introduce ourselves again, the people behind BC Apparel & Gear Association.

Swipe ➡️ to meet the team shaping BC’s apparel & outdoor industry across the province.

(And yes… there are a couple of new faces you’ll meet very soon 👀✨)

1️⃣ Paul King
Industry veteran and President of KenDor, Paul leads with passion + expertise, supporting brands and designers across the apparel landscape.

2️⃣ Irina McKenzie
Founder of FABCYCLE and sustainability champion, Irina drives circular fashion initiatives and textile reuse innovation in Vancouver.

3️⃣ Lana Markelova
Founder of La Mark Sport, Lana brings fashion + performance together, inspired by BC’s outdoor lifestyle.

4️⃣ Maya Omrani
Creative Director of WearLab, Maya champions local manufacturing and sustainable design with hands-on expertise.

5️⃣ Kevin Pennock
Executive Director at KORE, Kevin builds outdoor gear networks and supports circularity initiatives across the Kootenays.

6️⃣ Laura Erre
Marketing strategist and founder of FASHION DIGITAL TALKS, Laura brings fresh perspectives to fashion business and e-commerce.

7️⃣ Heather Clark
Apparel educator and researcher at KPU’s Wilson School of Design Heather is dedicated to community and industry learning.

8️⃣ Kathy Armstrong
Pattern maker and educator with 20+ years in fashion, Kathy blends creativity, precision and community building.

💛 Stay tuned for our next post introducing our newest BCAG members!

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