Repair Fair
Upcoming: Clothing Repair Fair + Pop-Up Reuse Event
10:00am - 2:00pm
Thompson Community Centre
5151 Granville Ave, Richmond BC
Richmond is encouraging residents to “Rethink Waste” to help reduce waste and support a circular economy, including extending the life of items by maintaining and repairing them rather than buying new.
This free Repair Fair will focus on repairing clothing items.
NEW! Pop-Up Reuse Event
- Swap it – drop-off items for others to choose from and then pick out new-to-you items dropped off by others.
- Leave it – leave items without taking home anything new.
- Take it – everyone is welcomed to take items.
- Clothing
- Clothing accessories, bags, backpacks
- Books
- CDs, DVDs, Blue-ray discs
- Computers, laptops, monitors
- Shoes
- Video game systems
- Toys
- Small appliances (hair dryer, blender, etc.)
Not sure if your item is Reuse ready? Contact garbageandrecycling@richmond.ca or call 604-276-4010 to inquire.
Pop-Up Reuse Event FAQs
No registration is required for the Reuse Event, drop in anytime between 10:00a.m. and 2:00p.m.. However if you're also looking to have an item repaired we recommend booking a Repair Fair appointment
How many items can I bring and how many can I take?
You may bring a maximum of 5 items from the accepted list and each item must fit into a reusable shopping bag. Items that are bigger than the size of reusable shopping bag will not be accepted. You are welcome to take as many items you like.
Do I need to bring items to participate in the event?
No you are more than welcome to participate in the event and take items that you will use.
Can I bring older items that I no longer use?
We ask that you bring items that are gently used and in working order if not new. Old, worn and damaged clothing/shoes/bags will not be accepted. All appliances, electronics and toys must be in working condition. Please check before bringing these items.
Do clothes need to be washed?
Yes please wash any clothes and make sure there are no stains or damage to the clothing. Excessively worn out and damaged clothing will not be accepted.
Am I allowed to just bring items instead of swapping items?
Yes we will be accepting items and there is no requirement to swap items.
Will there be a fitting area to try on clothes?
We do not have a dedicated fitting area to try on clothing items however the Community Hall does have bathrooms you can use to make sure an item fits before taking it.
I’m unsure if the items I am looking to bring can be accepted, what should I do?
If you’d like assistance assessing if your item is suitable please contact garbageandrecycling@richmond.ca or call 604-276-4010 to inquire. The City has the right to refuse items that do not meet the criteria for quality and acceptable material.
No Warranty and Limitation of Liability
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Next Events
Saturday January 18 - Steveston Community Centre - bookings open January 2, 2025.
Saturday January 18 - Steveston Community Centre - bookings open January 2, 2025.
Can you fix it?
We're always looking for experts in clothing/textile, small appliances, furniture, lawnmowers, jewelry to be able to expand the services offered at our repair fairs, to learn more, please contact Environmental Programs at garbageandrecycling@richmond.ca
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