Hello all of you beautiful people out there receiving our newsletter. This month we're doing something a little different, we are dedicating a good portion of our newsletter to breast cancer topics, in light of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As you may know, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an annual campaign held to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. I am sure nearly all of you have been touched by breast cancer in some way, whether it be personally or through the experience of a family member, friend, or co-worker. 

According to Canadian breast cancer researcher, Dr Halls, breast cancer is the most common cancer of women worldwide and is the leading cause of cancer death in underdeveloped regions. In more developed parts of the world, survival rates are better than in less developed areas. These high case fatality rates in under developed areas are likely due to a lack of awareness of the benefits of detection and treatment and lack of facilities for such - as well as poor access to primary treatment.

An important reason we support Women-based fair trade artisan groups in particular, is because, when women are employed in fair trade environments, they often have access to literacy workshops and nutrition, which in turn helps build the skills and confidence needed to participate in their communities. A fair living wage can help open the door for women and their families to have better access to medical treatment and education. 

Note: Marigold Collective is donating 10% of all online sales between now and October 31st to the Breast Cancer Society of Canada.

To learn more about the prevelance of breast cancer in developing counting, have a read at this article published by Borgen Magazine:

We are pleased to tell you about an amazing woman from our community who is doing some very important work around breast cancer research, Dr. Sandi Dunn. 

Sandi has been researching breast cancer for over 27 years and served as a board member for the BC/Yukon region of the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. She also taught at the UBC Faculty of Medicine for nearly 15 years before founding Pheonix Molecular Designs in 2012. In 2015, Sandi became CEO of Pheonix and has been featured on the Forbes 50 Over 50 - Vision 2021 list.

Pheonix was created after her lab identified a new way to treat one of the most aggressive kinds of breast cancer. They are working to change the outcomes for women with breast cancer by developing a selective drug to attack the cancer cells in a way that has never been done before. Sandi's team believes their therapies can assist with treating over 14 other kinds of cancer, along with children with rare brain tumors.

Big kudos to you and your team, Sandi! To learn more about Sandi's work in the breast cancer research space, check out her Q&A style article below: 

Think Pink!

Holiday Postage Reminder:

See the link below for a complete listing of dates for sending cards and parcels in time for the holiday season. If you are looking to send something out of the country, you may want to consider doing so soon. If you're sending gifts within Canada, you still have time but why not get a head start on your gift list!

Last day to ship within Canada: December 9th

Last day to ship within BC: December 15th

We are happy to send any Marigold Collective gift purchases directly to your loved ones. Also, for Vancouver and Lower Mainland customers, you are most welcome to place your order online and drop by our studio for pickup: 4333 West 10th Ave in Vancouver. We have a great selection of Canadian women artisan products (in-store only) including candles, soap, linen tea towels, wool toques, silver jewelry and more! See you there!

Featured Canadian Maker 

Wool Toques by Pollen Sweaters Inc.

Pollen Sweaters Inc. is a woman-run business, producing pure wool, machine knit, 100% machine washable, itch-free sweaters and toques in Lund British Columbia.

We are SO excited to announce we have stocked our shelves with these gorgeous BC famous toques. Toques are made of 100% no-itch (machine washable) wool, in Lund, BC, Canada.

Pollen Sweaters wool products are designed for easy care and durability. Specializing in Total Easy Care Wool, the pure wool used in their products have had the outer layer of itchy little barbs removed making the toques comfortable and completely machine washable and dryable! A fellow Marigold Collective supporter has had their Pollen Sweater for 15 years and it is still pristine. 

Come by and find out what all of the hype is about! Toques available in-store only!

Wrap up with a cozy Manali Shawl!

Our Manali shawls are crafted in a fair trade women's cooperative in Bangladesh. These gorgeous pieces are made of 20% genuine Pashmina and 80% Fine Wool. Yarn is hand spun and shawls are handcrafted on a traditional loom.