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Fair Trade Jewellery Co. @ The Green Living Show April 23-25 16 April 2010

Join the Fair Trade Jewellery Co. @ The Green Living Show in Booth #232 Amongst the Eco Fashionistas.

This is our first show, and to be honest we're a little nervous. But the opportunity to showcase what we believe to be a pretty incredible company along side some of Canada's leading green organizations is pretty exciting.

So what exactly are we offering at the event?

We'll be available to discuss our design service(s), Fair Mined metals, FTJCo, and the communities we support. Just like our atelier we prefer personal interactions over speed dating and sales. If you'd would like to email info@ftjco.com we can also save a time to speak with you privately.
 
We will also introduce our *Clear™ brand. A collection of bridal & engagement rings we have sourced in recycled Gold, Platinum or Palladium. These rings are a responsible, affordable alternative to traditional metals for those customers not interested in custom work. 
 
*As part of our reinvestment mandate a percentage of all sales from our Clear™ branded rings will also benefit the Oro Verde™ program.
 
Need tickets give us a tweet @ftjco or email info@ftjco.com  Looking forward to meeting some new faces at the event!

XO
Ryan
 

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Cabbagetown Nuit Blanche '09 3 October 2009

We’re happy to have been a part of the successful fundraising efforts for this years Cabbagetown Nuit Blanche, and we’re really exited to be running Attaque des Araignées! & Arachnattack! Two community arts projects in the ‘Zone’, both supporting causes.

 

We’re happy to have been a part of the successful fundraising efforts for this years Cabbagetown Nuit Blanche, and we’re really exited to be running two community arts projects in the ‘Zone’, both supporting causes.

Our first project is an interactive photo booth showcasing the skills of Toronto freelance photographer Rannie Turingan. Attaque des Araignées! (Attack of the Spiders) "Un film en noir et blanc de Rannie Turringan pour War Child". We’re holding a pay what you can casting call in support of War Child Canada as part of Cabbagetown’s Nuit Blanche Celebration. Bring props, and add your scene! Located at Théâtre Fair Trade Jewellery Co. 523 Rue Parliament Toronto 7:00pm until Je ne sais pas. ‘Actors’ will be photographed in black and white with/without thought or speech bubbles to add dialogue to the scene. Photos will be placed in story board format in our front windows where people will have the opportunity to change the order and help create a ’scary’ story (aroooooo) for the evening. The final ordering of photos will be compiled and uploaded on the web where they can be downloaded & shared.

 

Or second project is Arachnattack! an experiment for a local collaboration project between businesses and residents. This year, our neighbor Rama Caritey, Dean from ‘The Lamp Cage‘, and our favorite local Simon Rollason (who helped with equipment and beverages from Great Lakes Brewery) will work all night create giant spider lanterns inspired by Vancouver’s "Illuminaries Festival" & Elora’s "Twilight Zoo" We’re gonna get your hands dirty and we hope you’ll join us as we rally behind community ‘creation’. Once completed, the lanterns will be installed on the roofs & sides of retail buildings along Parliament St. the following week and stay up until Hallow’s Eve! Proceeds from the decorations will go directly to a local community group.

Participants will be able to help build/finish the spiders we have been working on by:

- Making faces for the spiders

- Build out the legs using empty beer cans, canvas, cheese cloth, tissue paper & glue

- Installing lights

- Enjoying the process

We hope you can join us tonight and while you’re here check out the other incredibly cool projects in our zone @ http://www.cabbagetownnuitblanche.ca

Special thanks for the poster go to Al Morton who continues to amaze. We love Al.

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Oct. 23rd Winter '09 Bridal & Engagement Collection / Launch Party 24 September 2009

October 23rd marks almost 365 days since we travelled to the Choco rainforest in Colombia to document AMICHOCÓ’s Oro Verde (green gold) program. It seems fitting then that we should launch our documentary and the collection made with those metals on the anniversary of that incredible journey.

October 23rd marks almost 365 days since we travelled to the Choco rainforest in Colombia to document AMICHOCÓ’s Oro Verde (green gold) program. It seems fitting then that we should launch our documentary and the collection made with those metals on the anniversary of that incredible journey.

Little did we know at the time, that our journey had only just begun with that trip. The months of work renovating an average space into a unique & welcoming creative studio were shared by family, friends and strangers alike. In itself an incredible story of the power of community and a desire to be a part of something good and different.

The challenge was to design and make bridal and engagement jewellery that was worthy of these ethically mined metals. And in doing so, to make a strong statement of intent to the established order. At this point, we feel we have accomplished both.

Our community outreach work which began with HoHoTo, SpinTO, and WarChild is only the start. But it was a good one. In the coming months we will announce some new partnerships and collaborative programs designed to change the way non profits connect with creative communities and their donor base.

The delay: Our original date of September 25th was delayed for a number of reasons, which was somewhat disappointing but this project has never been about rushing the idea or our products. The extra month has allowed us to prepare for the next stage next journey the one that starts after all excitement the next day, on the 24th.

We hope you can join us for what promises to be a wonderful evening. Because this is a private event where cocktails are served please take a moment to RSVP if you have not already on Facebook or our invite page: http://reno.ftjco.com

Schedule for the evening:

19:30 – 20:15 Hor’dourves, cocktails & our specially brewed ‘Stein Paper Scissors’ ale in collaboration with  Beer sponsored from Simon Rollason of Great Lakes Brewery
20:15 – 21:00 Special screening of our documentary (working title) ‘The Last Gold Rush’ by Michael Penney of Afterlight Films
21:00 – 21:20 Ryan Taylor introduces the Fair Trade Jewellery Company
21:20 – Interviews, Meet, Mingle… Dance! Thanks to Duarte DaSilva

*Updated*

The big day is almost here, and we certainly picked a busy week in Toronto for our launch. Though unintentional, it’s somehow appropriate that the (2nd) date we chose to ‘officially’ launch was during LG Fashion Week. The event provides an elegant back drop to our project,  making it impossible to escape the excitement generated by local designers inspiring us and providing a goal for our anniversary. To our friends attending that event we’re preparing a special private gathering just for you.

For all our friends attending our launch we thought we’d make a few local suggestions in the spirit of  #fireplacefriday / #patiofriday. Here are some options for those in the area early, and where to continue the party.

Food & Drink: 

House on Parliament Toronto’s best ‘Gastro pub’.

The  Cobourg  just north of the atelier is a wonderful little pub with a decent wine and scotch selection.

Jam Café has a big wine selection and a very cozy environment.

Big Mamma’s Boy Excellent food, a great place for a group meal.

& Samovar Our local ‘Night Club’ has a special on Vodka bottle service and a Dj Friday night(s) 

 There is so much more to discover in Cabbagetown here’s a complete list of our neighbors: http://www.cabbagetowneat.blogspot.com

We’d also like to share the ‘You Say Yeah!’ Toronto event calendar http://yousayyeah.com/calendar (thanks for the support Lee!) which also lists our friends at GenYTO who like totally copied our date! But they’re supporting Unicef at this months event so we’ll forgive and probably pop in to spread the love :)

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Fair Trade Jewellery Co. Official HQ for HoHOTo Auction 20 August 2009

HoHOTo was another massive success raising $10,500+ on a very HOT night for the Daily Bread food bank in Toronto. But we’re not done yet! Fair Trade Jewellery Co. is Official HQ for the Auction, Swag & Food collection.

#hohoto - @ryantaylor

HoHOTo (aka HoHoTo) was another massive success raising $10,500+ on a very HOT night for the Daily Bread food bank in Toronto.  (On top of the $25,000 in December ‘08 that’s not to bad)

Everyone who make these events a success, especially the volunteers – Thank you!

*Thanks to @hyfen for the great photos

But it’s not over! Tonight the team will be auctioning off various items for one last push and we’re hosting the goods, and selling more ’swag’.  Not to mention we’re maintaining a year round drop off/delivery point if your visiting please consider bringing a non perishable food item with you.

For details on how to participate please visit:  http://hohoto.ca/2009/08/20/the-hohoto-hangover-swag-auction/

 

AUCTION SESSION ONE: 7:00 – 8:00pm

Lot #1 -  Four tickets for August 21st performance of Falemalama
Sponsor: Harbourfront Centre (part of Harbourfront’s Planet IndigenUs festival)

Lot #2 – Autographed Lee Stempniak Toronto Maple Leafs Hockey Stick
Sponsor: Direct Energy

Lot #3 – Hosting & Geektastic Book Bundle
Sponsors: Wiley Canada and Hover.com
Includes:

Lot #4 – Love your iPhone/iPod Bundle
Sponsors: iLounge.com & Wiley Canada
Includes:

AUCTION SESSION TWO: 8:30 – 9:30pm

Lot #5 – Gift Certificate from Cake or Death - $500 value!
Sponsor: Cake or Death (well, duh)

Lot #6 – Get Your Fit On Book Bundle
Sponsor: McGraw-Hill
Includes:

Lot #7 – Movies & Swag Pack
Sponsors: Cineplex (via @digallo) & Rightsleeve
Includes:

AUCTION SESSION THREE: 10:00 – 11:00pm

Lot #8 – Host Yer Swag Pack
Sponsors: Hover.com & Rightsleeve
Includes:
Lot #9 – Toronto Raptors – Chris Bosh autographed Basketball
Sponsors: Direct Energy

Lot #10 -Booze & Travel Books Bundle
Sponsors: Publishers Group Canada
Includes:

 

FTJ’s Store Hours for pick-up and donation:

Mon – Tue By Appointment Only
Wed – Fri 12pm – 7:30pm
Sat – Sun 10am – 6pm

 

The Fair Trade Jewellery Co.
Atelier: 523 Parliament St.
Toronto, Ontario, Canada M4X1P3

p: 1-647-430-8741
p: 1-866-95-FTJCO (1-866-953-8526)

 

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Fair Trade Jewellery Co. & War Child Profiled on 100 Huntley St. [Video] 11 August 2009

The Business of ‘Good’

It’s often considered taboo to talk about ‘God’ in relation to a business, there is always potential for misinterpretation of the message, traditional bias, confusion or even scepticism. The safe road is to probably avoid the topic all together. However, as founder of a jewelry company focussed on ethics I felt it was important to communicate where I come from, and how some of my core values translate into the ‘Business of Good’ through the organisation and into the supply chain. As a ‘Christian’ I know there can be a certain amount of fear and shame associated with identifying oneself publicly as such, but it’s important to stand up every once and a while to challenge extremism and connect with a greater community with a few universal values: trust, respect, truth and love. As an entity on to itself the Fair Trade Jewellery Co. naturally shares these ideals; it is a company for all, in support of both our craft and our community without any prejudice. I’d like thank to Bridget Antwi from 100 Huntley Street for this excellent report on us, and our friends at War Child Canada and a little bit about God and I.

And for those interested here’s a little plug for my friends at St. James Cathedral as they’re raising a whopping $3M for the Cathedral Center. The center will continue to provide (incredible) drop-in and community outreach programmes, a facilities upgrade is definitely needed to maintain/support these service(s).

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hoHOTo Tis The Summer of Giving 8 August 2009

Help fill the FTJ ‘Tickle Trunk’ with food and join us for HoHoTo ‘The Party Twitter Built’ Returning August 18th as HoHOTo in support of Toronto’s Daily Bread Food bank.

 #hohoto  

We’re extremely exited to announce that ‘The Party Twitter Built’: HoHoTO is back as HoHOTo our community foodraiser for the Daily Bread Food Bank of Toronto.

Last December we did the unthinkable and raised $25,000, collected 2 tones of food and held one of the most talked about community celebrations in 13 short days. This summer we hope to repeat exceed that performance by once again celebrating community by promoting the collection of food and money for a cause that needs our support all year round.

Here’s an awesome re-cap thanks to Ryan Coleman one of our organizers:

This seasons event will be taking place at Wetbar & Suite 106 in Toronto on August 18th and we’d LOVE your support. Event information is available on www.hohoto.ca or our ticket site: http://hohotoaug09.eventbrite.com . Sponsorship details have also been announced: http://hohoto.ca/sponsorship Join the companies like Us, Freshbooks, Sequentia Evironics, Refresh Events, Brainpark, Rypple & SimpleLogic as we try to defeat local hunger.

Can’t make it? Please consider making a monetary donation to Daily Bread or if you’re in the neighborhood please stop by and help fill Fair Trade Jewellery Co’s HoHOTo ‘Tickle Trunk’ with food donations:

FTJ Tickle Trunk

Some of the most needed items:

Peanut butter, Baby formula and food, Canned fruit or vegetables, Canned fish or meat, Macaroni and cheese, Rice, Lentils,  Cans of stew or hearty soup, Powdered, canned or tetra pak milk, & Cans of beans

On behalf of the FTJ Co and everyone involved with HoHoTO, Thank you for your generous donations and support!

- Ryan Taylor