Who will attend?
EPIC is a consumer show open to the general public. There will be plenty of shopping opportunities, and lots of information and education on sustainable living. Children of all ages are welcome. Sorry, no pets.
Watch ONE PERSON Video HERE.
Do you ever wonder who picked the banana you ate for breakfast? Or
who sewed the seams on the soccer ball you kicked around over the weekend?
Whether it’s fruit, coffee, spices, sugar, or sports products – it’s important to make the most
ethical and sustainable purchasing choices, which is why EPIC: The Vancouver Sun
Sustainable Living Expo is introducing the EPIC Fair Trade Pavilion.
At the EPIC Fair Trade Pavilion consumers can interact with local companies that provide
access to overseas products that carry a Fair Trade label, certifying that their manufacturing
process meets certain social, economic and environmental standards.
“Two billion people in the world survive on less than two dollars a day,” says Jeff Geipel,
Executive Director of Fair Trade Vancouver. “Fair Trade is a way to change the terms of trade
for the products we buy so that the farmers and artisans behind those products get a better deal
and can live a healthy, happy life. We’re really proud to be able to help EPIC introduce the
event’s first Fair Trade Pavilion where consumers can come and gather the information they
need to make the most responsible shopping choices.”
Taking place May 28-30 at the Vancouver Convention Centre (west), EPIC Vancouver is
Western Canada’s largest smart lifestyle consumer tradeshow and eco-marketplace. Beyond
the Fair Trade Pavilion, EPIC is jam packed with inspiring ideas and products to help
consumers live a more sustainable lifestyle while leaving a softer footprint.
Are you passionate about sustainable living? Do you want to help produce Vancouver's biggest and best eco-consumer show? Do you have time on weekends in April and May to raise awareness about EPIC? Then apply today for some fun, informative and interactive volunteer positions.
There are six shifts to choose from during the event:
May 28
Shift 1 - 12:00 to 4:00 pm
Shift 2 - 3:30 to 8:00 pm
May 29
Shift 3 - 10:00 am to 3:00 pm
Shift 4 - 2:30 to 7:00 pm
May 30
Shift 5 - 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Shift 6 - 1:30 to 6:00 pm
The job categories are Directional, Show Assistant, and Onsite Sustainability.
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