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December 3rd, 2024

In 2025, 80 percent of executives expect no improvement in the global fashion industry. Sustainability has fallen off the agenda, with only 18 percent of fashion executives citing it as a top-three risk for growth in 2025, down from 29 percent in 2024. Lack of consumer confidence and appetite to spend was cited by 70 percent of fashion executives as the biggest concern for the year ahead.

November 29th, 2024

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November 26th, 2024

Canadian Aparel Federation member update: Canada-US Trade  As has been widely reported, US President-elect Trump has indicated that his administration will impose a 25% duty on goods entering the US from Canada and Mexico.   While this announcement took industry/markets by surprise, it is in line with many other statements and priorities of the incoming administration.  The announcement re. tariffs highlighted that these measures were to be undertaken to stem the flow of illegal immigration and illicit drugs into the US.   The president will be sworn in on January 20 and is anticipated that a number of executive actions will be taken at that time in terms of immigration, tariffs  and other issues. This announcement moves forward issues around the renegotiation of our free trade agreement with Mexico and the US.   As with the negotiations which led to …

November 25th, 2024

CAF is excited to announce the launch of our redesigned national industry directory!

November 22nd, 2024

The Canadian Apparel Federation's revamped CAF Bulletin newsletter and Website are your one-stop shop for reaching key decision-makers in the apparel industry. We've streamlined our platform to deliver the latest industry news and connect you with your target audience more effectively than ever before.

November 20th, 2024

CAF will present a webinar during the week of December 16, 2024, on the issue of US tariffs on imported goods in light of the US election and likely Congressional actions between now and the end of the current Congressional session. This webinar will be accessible to CAF members only.

November 20th, 2024

Health Canada has amended the flammability regulations regarding tents.

November 17th, 2024

The recalled Pehr Designs Inc. Kimono Rompers do not comply with the flammability requirements for children’s sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.

November 8th, 2024

Darwynn Fulfillment added to CAF's roster of service providers.

November 7th, 2024

News   CAF Launches New Website to Empower Members and Enhance Communication Over the past year, we've been hard at work behind the scenes, not only updating our website but also improving our membership application and renewal processes. These enhancements will allow us to deliver important information and valuable services to our members with greater efficiency. A key highlight of the new website is the introduction of dynamic working groups focused on … [More Info]     CAF submits preliminary comments on CUSMA Renewal   The Canadian Apparel Federation has submitted preliminary comments to the Canadian government regarding the renewal of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement, (CUSMA).  CUSMA is the successor to NAFTA. Implemented in 2020, the agreement contains a requirement that the parties need to renew the agreement in 2026.  … [More Info]       Portugal sourcing mission  …