Meet our team
At Our Social Fabric, our vibrant community of volunteers, staff, donors, and customers is at the heart of everything we do. We are a passionate group of creatives, makers, and advocates dedicated to reducing textile waste and promoting sustainable practices. From our staff and volunteers who keep the store running smoothly, to our board members providing strategic guidance, every individual plays a vital role in our mission.
Get to know the faces behind Our Social Fabric, discover what inspires our team of staff, and learn how we’re working together to make a meaningful impact in our community.
Colleen
General Manager
Colleen is thrilled to have found her dream job at OSF, where she can combine her love of fabric with her passion for data and spreadsheets! When she's not busy managing the shop or creating a new dress, she's at home enjoying extreme cuddles with her new puppy, Johnnie.
Marina
Retail Manager
During a sale, you can spot Marina by her trusty work belt! As Retail Manager, she collaborates with volunteers and other managers to keep the store in tip-top shape for our customers. A self-taught sewist, Marina feels lucky to work at OSF and is always finding ways to improve the shopping experience. Keep an eye out—she’s always moving things around to keep the store fresh and fun!
Sally
Donations Manager and Marketing Assistant
Sally is the wizard behind the scenes, organizing and identifying the generous donations we receive at OSF. You’ll find her in “Sally’s Attic,” the backroom she calls home, sorting fabrics, keeping in touch with donors, or greeting you during your donation appointments. With a background in sustainable fashion, Sally is thrilled to be supporting the community from the other side of the process! When she’s not busy at OSF, she loves quilting with her two cats and a good British murder mystery in the background.
Gemma
Marketing and Communications
If you’ve ever read our newsletter, seen a social media post, or sent us a DM, chances are Gemma’s been involved! Originally from the UK, she’s brought her experience in the not-for-profit sector to OSF, blending it with her love of sewing for what she calls the perfect job. Outside of work, Gemma loves sewing everyday basics and exploring nature, whether it's by the ocean or hiking in the forest.
Cornelia
E-Commerce Associate
Cornelia is our go-to person for all things e-commerce. She ensures that our online store runs smoothly by managing promotions, cutting, weighing, and photographing products with the help of volunteers. Her sewing journey started in her teens, and she learned the art of handmade buttonholes from her seamstress grandmother. Now, Cornelia loves that her role at OSF lets her combine creativity with teamwork. In her free time, she enjoys sewing for her family, biking, and traveling.
Shaela
Fulfillment Associate
Shaela is the one who carefully picks and packs all your online orders, ensuring that our fabrics find their way to new homes across Canada. With a keen eye for detail, she makes sure each package is just right before sending it off. When she’s not packing orders she can be found with her cats and dogs either in the garden or at the sewing machine, keeping up with her business making plant-dyed handmade goodies.
And last but certainly not least, let us introduce you to the store pups...
From top left, clockwise, we have Johnnie, Smudge, Fred and Sadie.