Thrift Pop-Up Event: Sustainable Fashion at Western

Thrift Pop-Up Event: Sustainable Fashion at Western

We are a group of students from GEOG4450F: Climate Change and Collective Action, hosting a Thrift Pop-Up Event in collaboration with EnviroUSC, GPS, and GreenSort. This initiative is part of our project on collective climate action, focusing on reducing textile waste - a growing issue on campus and worldwide. Every year, millions of tonnes of clothing end up in landfills, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. Our goal is to promote sustainable consumption, reuse, and awareness of the impacts of fast fashion.

 Donation Drop-Off

Location: UCC Basement (in front of the Bookstore)

Dates: November 12-13

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

We’re collecting gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories to prepare for our upcoming campus thrift swap. All donations support circular fashion and help reduce textile waste.

Thrift Swap Event:

Location: UCC Atrium

Dates: November 19-20

Time: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Join us to browse, swap, or pick up pre-loved clothing for free - no donation required!The event will also feature opportunities to learn more about sustainable fashion, discover eco-friendly alternatives, and refresh your wardrobe in a climate-conscious way.

Why Participate?

• Reduce the environmental impact of fast fashion

• Support a student-led sustainability initiative

• Promote a culture of reuse and climate-conscious living at Western
• Take part in meaningful collective climate action

Everyone is welcome - whether you’d like to donate, attend, or help spread the word!

Follow @EnviroUSC, @uwo_gps, and @greensort.western on Instagram for updates, or reach out to our team directly.

Together, we can make sustainability a visible and accessible part of campus life!