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Webinar: Gateway to Europe

August 27th, 2025

    Webinar: Gateway to Europe  A Program to assist Canadian Fashion companies selling in Europe and the UK.Date: Thursday Sept.  4, 2026, 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST   Join the Canadian Apparel Federation for this webinar on a new service available to companies supporting selling in Europe and the UK. Gateway to Europe offers a range of services to Canadian companies to streamline their business growth and support the fulfillment in Europe and the UK.  It is tailored …

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The summer of tariffs - continued

August 25th, 2025

The summer of tariffs - continued

On August 22, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that Canada will eliminate all retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods covered under the Canada–U.S.–Mexico Agreement (CUSMA), effective September 1, 2025. This action will remove the 25% retaliatory tariff currently in place covering apparel made in the US and exported to Canada, provided they are USMCA/CUSMA-compliant. The tariffs likely had minimal impact:  US government stats show US exports of apparel to Canada are down 5% to the end of June. Retaliatory tariffs …

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De minimis fallout

August 21st, 2025

De minimis fallout

Over the last few weeks, as the significance of the end of the de minimis program took hold, CAF began planning a webinar to explain in simple terms how companies (especially those that have developed e-commerce sales in the US supported by the de minimis exemption) can use the provisions of CUSMA to export apparel and textile products to the United States. In recent days, we have had a number of dire conversations with exporters, many of whom have to …

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Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest - August 2025

August 18th, 2025

Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest - August 2025

  Canadian Apparel Insights   Retail Apparel Update Canada Goose’s sales in Canada increased 2.5% in its Q1 2025 ending June 29. 2025.  Gildan’s sales in Canada in its Q2 ending June 2025 increased 16.5%. The manufacturer's Canadian sales increased 13.5% in the first half of 2025. Columbia Sportswear Canada reported that sales in its second quarter ending June 30, 2025, increased 2%. Sales in the first half of the year fell 5%. Carter’s Canada comp sales increased 7.6% in …

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Free seminars at ATSC tackle key trade issues

August 17th, 2025

Free seminars at ATSC tackle key trade issues

Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada has two free seminars that will be of interest to many in the importing Community.  ATSC takes place Sept. 29 - Oct. 1, 2025. Toronto Canadian Apparel Federation Executive Director Bob Kirke will present an overview of key policies, trade statistics and developments from a Canadian perspective.  The Canadian Apparel International Trade Policy Update is scheduled for  10:30 AM ET  -  11:30 AM ET on Sept. 29.  This wide-ranging presentation is a unique opportunity for companies …

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Unlock Your Hiring Potential with CAF's Job Board!

August 15th, 2025

Unlock Your Hiring Potential with CAF's Job Board!

  Tired of searching for the perfect candidate? Let CAF streamline your hiring process and connect you with top industry talent! Introducing CAF's new and improved Job Posting System! Now, you can effortlessly showcase your job opportunities on caf-fcv.ca, reaching thousands of skilled professionals within the CAF network. Here's what makes CAF's Job Board exceptional: Extensive Reach: Your job posting will be featured on our website for a full 60 days and included in an upcoming issue of the CAF …

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Gateway to Europe: A Full-service solution for Canadian brands entering the European and UK markets

August 13th, 2025

Gateway to Europe: A Full-service solution for Canadian brands entering the European and UK markets

Gateway to Europe offers a comprehensive range of services to Canadian fashion, sports, and lifestyle companies looking to expand into Europe and the UK. Tailored to the needs of small to medium-sized brands, the program supports growth, minimizes risk, and provides all necessary operational support, without requiring a European entity. Through the partnership with the Canadian Apparel Federation, members gain direct access to a proven setup designed to simplify cross-border expansion. What We Offer Gateway to Europe streamlines your international …

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The summer of tariffs

August 5th, 2025

The summer of tariffs

In what has now become a familiar pattern, on July 31, 2025, markets throughout the world were once again disrupted by wide-ranging actions on tariffs instituted by the US administration.  Once the dust had settled on last week’s announcements, various countries and industries could take stock of their position (and others are still looking to “sweeten the deal”) before these tariffs take effect on August 7, 2025.   For companies exporting Canadian-made apparel to US, little has changed in terms of …

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Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest July 2025

July 27th, 2025

Canadian Apparel Monthly Digest July 2025

Canadian Apparel Insights Retail Apparel Update Aritzia’s Canadian sales increased 17.0% in its Q1 2025. Canada’s largest apparel e-commerce retailers in 2024 were Shein, lululemon, Aritzia and Amazon. Canadian 2024 luxury apparel/accessory sales declined 2.7% to C$2.72 billion. Canada’s athleisure market increased by 4.6% in 2024. Lululemon during 2024 sourced 40% of its products from Vietnam, 17% from Cambodia, 11% from Sri Lanka, 11% from Indonesia, 7% from Bangladesh and the remaining 14% from other countries. Bain is considering selling …

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ATSC 2025 - 10th edition coming to Montreal, Toronto in September

July 26th, 2025

ATSC 2025 - 10th edition coming to Montreal, Toronto in September

Apparel Textile Sourcing Canada (ATSC) celebrates its 10th edition with events in Montreal on September 26, 2025 during Montreal Fashion Week and in Toronto from September 29 to October 1, 2025. Over 200 global manufacturers will showcase their latest apparel and textile collections, emphasizing low MOQs and product diversification. ATSC addresses critical industry topics like tariffs, trade, sustainability, and trends. Admission to the tradeshow and seminars is free. Industry Leaders, Strategic Partnerships ATSC continues its partnership with the Canadian Apparel …

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