Hats off to Oak Bay’s Business Improvement Association. Thanks to the Association and Alexa Lindroos of A La Mode, who is coordinating the event, Oak Bay merchants and Oak Bay Village will celebrate Eco-Week this year, to showcase their support for an ethical and sustainable fashion and lifestyle movement, right here in Oak Bay.
Business categories include:
- Fair/ethical trade
- Recycled products
- Second hand goods
- Local products
- Health and wellness
- Eco-friendly
- Environmentally friendly
- Craft/artisan
- Custom/tailor made
- Organic/natural textiles and materials
- Shrinking carbon footprints
- Green marketing
Alexa is also collaborating with the municipality through Janette and Lesley of the Monterey Centre and Mayor and Council. Activities will include:
- Accessories Swap ‘N Shop
- Eco Fashion Show
- Workshops
- Eco Kids and Bike Rodeo
- Information Booths
Alexa has also set up a Facebook page at www.facebook.com/OakBayEcoWeek so please follow Alexa’s Facebook page for more details and information. It’s up to Oak Bay residents and people from all over the region to get out and support this great event and our environment. Hope to see you there!