Reuse Centre Workshops and Events

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The Reuse Centre runs events promoting reuse and waste reduction throughout the year. Join us for an upcoming DIY Thursday or Swap Event.

DIY Thursday Workshops

DIY Thursdays are free workshops featuring local experts that focus on building skills to help you reduce waste! Past DIY Thursdays have included: Bike repair workshops, gardening workshops and sewing.

Time/Duration: 6-8pm (2hrs)

Date	Workshop
October 10	Basic Knit Scarf Learn to make a basic knit scarf to donate to the United Way Coats for Kids and Families.
October 17	Halloween Lanterns Make holiday decorations out of reused materials.
October 24	Fabric Wreath (all ages) Make a wreath from fabric scraps.
November 7	Upcycled Memory Boxes Make upcycled and organized storage for your mementos.
November 14	Upcycled Golf Course Learn to make a golf course game out of reused materials.
November 21	Upcycled Gift Boxes Repurpose old boxes into beautiful gift boxes.
November 28	Christmas Card Making Make Christmas cards out of old ones! Cards made will be donated to WIN House.

Presenter Sign-Up

We call you an expert, but if you have a passion for sharing your waste reduction skills. please sign-up for 1 of our available slots.

Available Dates:

October 24
November 28
December 5
December 12

Apply to Host a DIY Workshop

Reuse Centre Swap Events

Swap events focus on specific types of items, such as books, movies, and toys. Residents can trade items with each other at no charge in a fun and safe environment.

Rather than throwing them away, or letting them collect dust on the shelf, you can give them a second life and find something new for yourself! Bring up to 5 items to trade, free of charge.

The Reuse Centre will still be open for regular business during the swap, so you are welcome to drop off any donations you may have while you're here.

Time: 10am-3pm

Date	Type of Item
October 19	Halloween Costumes Must be in clean and wearable condition.
November 16	Powered Craft Supplies Bring in powered craft supplies like sewing and die cut machines, soldering irons and more. Must be clean and in safe, usable condition.

Reuse Centre Rentals

Looking to host your own event? Our workshop room is available free of charge to groups promoting Reuse and Reduction education.

Book Reuse Centre Room

School and Group Programs

The Reuse Centre also offers programming for schools and community groups.

View Waste Education Programs

Community Clean Up Grant

The Community Clean Up Grant provides funds to organizations so that they can conduct a community waste or litter removal project.

Learn More About Clean Up Grant

Reuse Centre Workshops and Events

DIY Thursday Workshops

Presenter Sign-Up

Reuse Centre Swap Events

Reuse Centre Rentals

School and Group Programs

Community Clean Up Grant

Waste Reduction

Zero Waste Framework

Home Composting Learning Opportunities

Master Composter Recycler Program