With our team of fixers, attendees will "remix" a new (unworn) branded hoodie at the DME lab (SLC 308). We'll guide you through the hands-on sewing and decorative skills you'll need to reduce waste and personalize this clothing item.

Not only will you leave leave with a free hoodie, but you’ll also be reducing waste and helping TMU achieve its goal of becoming a zero-waste campus by 2035. If you don't finish your project, drop by any time after the event -- we know that many of your designs will need a couple of iterations.

What to expect

• Hands-on DIY repair stations: Have a broken gadget that's been gathering dust or a favourite shirt that's seen better days? Bring them in! Our skilled fixers will guide you through the repair process, helping you revive your items and reduce waste.
• Community connections: Meet and mingle with fellow students, faculty and staff who are passionate about innovative sustainability initiatives and programming.

Why you should attend

• Develop repair skills: Learn valuable tips and tricks to fix items yourself, saving money and extending their life.
• Support TMU’s zero-waste goal: Contribute to our university’s target of becoming a zero-waste campus by 2035.
• Champion responsible consumption: Be a part of a culture that values repair over disposal and help us shape a more sustainable future.
• Join the global repair movement: Your participation supports Circular Economy Month and the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal for Responsible Consumption.

What items can you repair at the workshop?

This event is themed and will focus on upcycling a provide hoodie.

At our other events, our team of experts will guide you through how to repair items like computers, electronics, clothing, jewelry, books and other non-hazardous goods. For safety reasons, we are unable to repair household appliances, baby seats, high-voltage electronics, heat-generating devices (i.e. portable space heaters) or illegal or controlled items.

Register for the Repair Workshop

Secure your spot by registering early!

Walk-in attendees are welcome the day of the event. However, we encourage you to register in advance to ensure we have enough materials and experts available to event participants.

Questions?

If you have any questions or would like to confirm if an item is appropriate for the workshop, please contact Erica Wilkinson, sustainability coordinator, at sustainability@torontomu.ca.