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Years active
Provinces and territories represented
Member organizations
Donation sites nationwide
Tonnes of textiles diverted annually
Trust you’re giving to a charity.
Charities are at the heart of Canada's circular economy.
Our Mission
Our mission is to represent Canadian charities and advocate for textile collection, reuse, and circular economy outcomes for social and environmental benefit.
Our Vision
A Canada where charitable textile reuse is formally integrated into circular economy systems, with charities recognized, supported, and embedded in policy design and implementation.
Strategic Priorities 2026-29
1
Sector representation and advocacy
One national voice for charitable textile collection, reuse, and recycling shaping EPR and waste policy so charities are protected and included.
2
Member value and engagement
Shared data, peer learning, and collaborative opportunities that give member charities tangible value.
3
Organizational sustainability
A financiall stable, well-run association that can deliver for its members for years to come.
GUIDED BY 4 THEMES
Trust and integrity are the foundation of everything we do. When you donate to a NACTR member, you can trust you are giving to a charity, and that your donation is put to use in service of that organization’s mission.
