We, the undersigned residents of British Columbia, call on the Provincial Government to reverse its decision to remove the PST exemption on yarn, fabric, thread, and crafting supplies scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2026. 
Yarn, fabric, and crafting materials are not luxury goods. They are essential tools for:

• Makers and artisans rely on these materials for their livelihoods.
• Makers and artisans use crafting for wellness, community, connection, and creativity. It has been scientifically proven to be an essential tool for helping with mental health and addiction.
• Seniors and people on fixed incomes, crafting is a lifeline; a way to stay creative and connected in the community.
• Parents and educators who use fibre arts in classrooms and youth programs. It is a healthy alternative to screentime and social media. It teaches focus, self confidence, and creativity.
• Sustainable living advocates who mend, sew, and create instead of discarding. Supporting sustainable practices is crucial in battling climate change and preserving our planet for future generations.
• Local small businesses are the backbone of BC’s creative economy. Small business are the foundation of our community and the root of bringing people, makers, crafters, and artists together.

Adding PST to these materials will increase costs for thousands of British Columbians and place unnecessary strain on small retailers already facing rising expenses.
We urge the Government of British Columbia to:

• Maintain the PST exemption on yarn, fabric, thread, and crafting supplies.
• Recognize fibre arts as essential creative, educational, and wellness activities.
• Consult with small businesses and crafting communities before implementing tax changes that disproportionately affect them

Crafting builds community, supports mental health, and sustains local businesses. We ask the BC Government to protect accessible creativity for all British Columbians by keeping these materials PST‑exempt. 
Please sign this petition and help us make a difference.

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Embroidery Workshop with Sadie Gilker: 6pm
Doors for Movie: 7pm
Show: 7:30pm
Rated PG
All Ages (19+ bar)

Craft Club Cinema returns for its second edition on January 20th with a cozy screening of Pride & Prejudice. Bring your knitting, embroidery, sketchbook, crotchet, any crafts you're enjoying (new year new hobbies welcome!) and settle in for a warm and elegant evening of making + movie magic. We'll keep the lights soft so you can stitch, sketch, and create while Elizabeth Bennet and Mr. Darcy unfold on the big screen.
Whether you're a dedicated maker, trying out a new hobby for the new year, or just craving a relaxed, communal night with fellow crafters, Craft Club Cinema is designed to help you slow down, connect, and enjoy a unique experience in the Hollywood Theatre.

Not sure what to make? Want to learn something new? We got you. 
Purchase a workshop ticket for a hands-on embroidery workshop before the show led by local artist and educator Sadie Gilker (they/she). For this workshop, Sadie will be guiding workshop participants through a Regency-era-inspired embroidery sampler, adapted from early 19th-century needlework patterns. The featured design is based on a traditional handkerchief corner motif, with multiple size options availalbe. Perfect for a small sampler, a full hoop composition, or a fully functional Jane Austen-era handkerchief.

All materials are provided, and you'll also receive optional instructions for turning your finished embroidery into a real, usable handkerchief. Spots are limited!
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Sadie Gilker is an avid embroiderer, painter, and designer whose practice explores texture, memory, and the natural world. With over 10 years of embroidery experience and a teaching approach rooted in sustainability and collective care, Sadie creates a welcoming space for all skill levels.

Textiles Lab. Wednesdays January 14 and February 11, 6:30 – 9:30 pm with CZarina Lobo of The Twisted Fibres. Join CZarina for a cozy, hands-on evening of mending and making at the museum. Bring a favourite worn garment and spend time repairing, refreshing and gently upcycling your wardrobe—saving money, reducing waste and keeping textiles out of the landfill. We’ll explore techniques such as visible mending, Kantha, Sashiko, darning, weaving, appliqué and embroidery in a calm, skill-sharing space, with demonstrations offer on the hour and half-hour so everyone can relax into their own rhythm. Tools and mostly post-consumer materials are provided; bring any special items you’d like to work with. Open to beginners through experienced sewers. $15 per session (suggested $20.) To secure a spot, please register and pay here:
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January 14 session:
👉 https://square.link/u/ye2HOlZx

February 11 session:
👉 https://square.link/u/v1odTZST