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Memberships and Certifications
Awl Together Leather is pleased to be a member of select organizations that share our values.

Coast Waste Management Association (CWMA) – CWMA brings together all sectors (regional districts, non-profits, private businesses, local governments, etc) to weigh in on creative solutions and strategic planning for solid waste management. In addition to being members, we attend their Textile Waste Roundtable Group as well. We can be found on their Members Directory.

BC Green Business Certification – BC Green is a sustainability certification for businesses in British Columbia run by the non-profit Synergy Foundation. As a BC Green Business member, we undergo annual evaluations to track our sustainability progress and make continuous improvements towards our green goals. We can be found listed in their Members Directory.

Canada’s 2SLGBQTI+ Chamber of Commerce (CGLCC) – The CGLCC works to empower 2SLGBTQI+ businesses and entrepreneurs through a variety of programs, and resources. You can find us in their Members Directory.

BC Apparel and Gear Association (BCAG) – The BCAG aims to invest in a sustainable apparel future for BC, by promoting training and expanding educational opportunities. We can be found listed in their Members Directory.

Shoe Service Institute of America (SSIA) – The SSIA aims to further shoe repair, through educating consumers, as well as connecting repairers/wholesalers and customers. We can be found listed on their Map Directory and are one of two SSIA shops in Vancouver.

BC Centre for Women in Trades (BCCWITT) – The BCCWITT aims to increase diversity, equity and inclusion in the trades for groups, including women. They offer a wide range of resources! Since 2021, we have been members of the BCCWITT.

Daughters of St. Crispin – We playfully consider ourselves members of the Daughters of St. Crispin. The Daughters were the first national women’s labour union in the USA – and were comprised of shoemakers, cobblers, tanners and leatherworkers.