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Sewing Hub – Sew To 

A community sewing space for learning, repair, and textile reuse. 

The Sewing Hub is a community‑based sewing and textile reuse program that provides hands‑on instruction, skills‑building, and repair opportunities. The program supports residents to learn sewing skills, reduce textile waste, and participate in a shared, community‑led learning space. 

A community sewing space for learning, repair, and textile reuse. 

The Sewing Hub is a community‑based sewing and textile reuse program that provides hands‑on instruction, skills‑building, and repair opportunities. The program supports residents to learn sewing skills, reduce textile waste, and participate in a shared, community‑led learning space. 

Who it is for?

  • Community members interested in sewing and textile repair 

  • Women and residents participating in skills‑building programs 

  • Individuals seeking practical, creative, and social learning opportunities 

The Sewing Hub responds to community needs for accessible skills training, affordable repair options, waste reduction, and social connection—particularly for residents facing barriers to employment, isolation, or access to resources.  

The Sewing Hub responds to community needs for accessible skills training, affordable repair options, waste reduction, and social connection—particularly for residents facing barriers to employment, isolation, or access to resources.  

Services

  • Sewing instruction and skills training 

  • Basic clothing and textile repair support 

  • Access to sewing tools and shared workspace 

Activities

  • Hybrid sewing instruction classes 

  • DIY sewing workshops 

  • Basic repair workshops 

  • Textile reuse and repurposing activities 

Supports

  • Facilitated learning with instructors 

  • Peer learning and community support 

  • Inclusive and welcoming learning environment 

Location(s)

Sewing Hub @ 10 Gateway Blvd, Basement 

Schedule or access points 

  • Sewing instruction classes offered three days per week 

  • Ongoing workshops and DIY sessions 

  • Waitlist in place due to high demand  

Location(s)

Sewing Hub @ 10 Gateway Blvd, Basement 

Schedule or access points 

  • Sewing instruction classes offered three days per week 

  • Ongoing workshops and DIY sessions 

  • Waitlist in place due to high demand  

Key outcomes

  • Over 60 participants currently enrolled in three levels of training (Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced) 

  • DIY workshops delivered  

  • Basic Repair Workshops & Repair cafes 

Key outcomes

  • Over 60 participants currently enrolled in three levels of training (Beginners, Intermediate and Advanced) 

  • DIY workshops delivered  

  • Basic Repair Workshops & Repair cafes 

Connection to broader systems change

The Sewing Hub supports sustainability and economic justice by reducing textile waste, strengthening local skills, and creating pathways for community members to participate in the circular economy and community‑led learning. 

Connection to broader systems change

The Sewing Hub supports sustainability and economic justice by reducing textile waste, strengthening local skills, and creating pathways for community members to participate in the circular economy and community‑led learning. 

Role of residents 

Role of residents 

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Residents participate as learners, peers, and contributors 

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Community members share knowledge and support one another through collective learning 

Funding 

The Sewing Hub is part of the City of Toronto’s Community Reduce & Reuse Programs guided by the Long-term Waste Management Strategy The Hub also receives support from foundations and private donors. 

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Join / volunteer

  • Community members can join sewing classes and workshops 

  • Volunteers can support Repair Cafes throughout the year 

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This program contributes to: 

  • Sustainability Development 

  • Economic Development (skills‑building, reuse) 

  • Community Capacity Building 

  • Community Engagement & Health Benefits 

  • Climate Justice / Reduce & Reuse