We have re-branded! We are now Vested Interest: A Climate Fashion Show. A short CBC film titled “Vested” will be completed and available by the end of January.
The initial series of shows in 2025 in Lethbridge, Edmonton, Red Deer, Canmore and Calgary were more successful than ever anticipated. Stories of Climate Change really resounded with the audiences as their attention was also riveted on the often-humorous garments. Even the increasing number of men attending were enthusiastic.
The 2026 season for Vested Interest should be exciting with local shows booked, shows in Edmonton and Canmore, and a road trip through B.C. in May/June for Grandmother shows in the Interior and on the Coast. There is also an invitation to take the show to Ottawa in September for the 20th Anniversary celebrations of the Grandmothers Campaign.
Volunteers needed:
We have been a small very dedicated team on-call for helping with various shows as the need arises. And now we would like to expand with more volunteers available to be a Stage Manager, Wardrobe Mistress or Models. In most cases the sponsoring group can provide these volunteers but we do need back-up volunteers just in case this is not possible. This is not a heavy-duty volunteer commitment-and it is always fun – so please join us!
Contact Ellen if interested in hearing more: message@ujamaagrandmas.com