Sustainability
At SaveOnBlanks.ca, we believe sustainability is most useful when customers can connect it to the actual products they are buying.
We carry apparel from many different manufacturers, and sustainability characteristics can vary significantly from one brand, fabric and style to another. Rather than making broad claims about every product we sell, our approach is to provide customers with access to product information that can help them make more informed choices.
This may include information about recycled materials, responsibly sourced fibres, manufacturing certifications, social-compliance programs and other sustainability-related attributes provided by the manufacturer.
Our Approach to Sustainability
SaveOnBlanks.ca is a Canadian supplier of blank apparel from a wide range of established clothing manufacturers. Because we do not manufacture the garments ourselves, the environmental and social characteristics of each product depend largely on the individual brand and manufacturing program.
Some products in our catalogue are made with recycled or organic materials, while others may be associated with manufacturer certifications or responsible-manufacturing initiatives.
Where this information is available, we aim to make relevant product details accessible so customers can compare options based on the characteristics that matter to them.
Sustainability Information You May Find on Our Products
Depending on the brand and product, sustainability-related information may include:
- Recycled polyester or other recycled materials
- Organic cotton or responsibly sourced fibres
- OEKO-TEX® certifications
- Better Cotton participation or sourcing programs
- WRAP-certified manufacturing facilities
- Fair Labor Association participation
- Manufacturer programs focused on responsible sourcing
- Water, energy or waste-reduction initiatives
- Products designed with durability and repeated use in mind
These attributes and certifications are provided by the respective manufacturers and may apply only to specific products, materials, factories or production programs. They should not be interpreted as applying to every product sold by SaveOnBlanks.ca.
Responsible Options From the Brands We Carry
Many of the apparel manufacturers available through SaveOnBlanks.ca have developed programs relating to responsible manufacturing, material sourcing, worker standards or environmental improvements.
For example, certain products from brands in our catalogue may feature recycled polyester, sustainably sourced cotton, OEKO-TEX® certification or information about the manufacturer's environmental and social-compliance programs.
Because these characteristics can differ even between products from the same brand, we recommend reviewing the individual product information rather than relying on a brand name alone.
Durability Is Also Important
Sustainability is not only about the materials used to manufacture a garment. The useful life of the product also matters.
For customers purchasing blank apparel for screen printing, embroidery, DTF transfers, uniforms, workwear, events or everyday use, choosing a garment that performs well and withstands repeated wear and washing can help reduce the need for premature replacement.
That is one reason we carry a wide selection of apparel across different fabric weights, constructions and quality levels. Customers can select products that best fit their intended use rather than choosing solely on price.
Product-Level Transparency
There is no single sustainability standard that applies to every garment we sell.
A recycled polyester jacket, an organic cotton T-shirt and a conventional heavyweight sweatshirt may each have very different materials, manufacturing processes and certifications.
For that reason, we believe the most useful information is found at the product level. When sustainability-related specifications are supplied by the manufacturer, they may be included in product descriptions, specifications or additional product information.
Manufacturer programs and certifications can also change over time, so customers requiring a particular certification or material standard should confirm the current product specifications before ordering.
Helping You Make an Informed Choice
If sustainability or responsible manufacturing is an important part of your purchasing decision, our customer service team can help you identify products that may meet your requirements.
Let us know what you are looking for, such as recycled materials, organic cotton, a specific certification or a particular type of garment, and we can help narrow down the available options.
We believe this product-focused approach provides customers with more useful information than making broad environmental claims that may not apply equally across our entire catalogue.
To learn more about SaveOnBlanks.ca and our approach to supplying blank apparel across Canada, visit our About Us page.
Questions about materials, certifications or a specific product? Contact the SaveOnBlanks.ca customer service team and we will be happy to help.