The group ‘Vancouver Island Fibre Shed’ is encouraging farmers to produce more environmentally-friendly crops.
The group of women from Courtnay are passionate about creating a local fibre community.
The group says fibre products, unlike cotton or polyester, are better for the environment.
Co-creator of the group, Lynda Drury wants locals to start thinking about where their clothing comes from.
“How could I achieve a wardrobe that would be better for the environment that’s more locally sourced.”
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The Fibre Shed movement has spread across North America and into Europe.
“We’re just getting people excited about ‘how can we do this in our community?'”
The group gave a proposal to the Investment Agriculture Foundation for funding.
They will have a full assessment in a few weeks.