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As the year closes, it is good to reflect on what has been done. And also to acknowledge those who have lent us financial and moral support. As a non-profit agency, Tradeworks relies on many others to make things happen.

Concert Properties tree in Stanley Park with Tradeworks ornaments, part of the BC Firefighters "Bright Nights" event.

Three of our most important partners are RONA, Concert Properties, and BC Housing. These corporate entities have more than ‘cheered us on’, they purchase product, they suggest innovations, and they promote us to others in their distinct business worlds. Tradeworks is exceptionally lucky to have these partners.

Tradeworks also relies on many individual donors (and shoppers). We have long-standing support from several people who include us each year in the annual giving routines.  And we see many men and women coming to us to buy wooden Christmas ornaments, sheds, benches and more, because they know that the ‘goods’ being traded are enhanced by the ‘good’ being done in our social enterprises.

And then we also count upon a host of people on staff, volunteering (especially directors), or offering practicum opportunities to our program participants.  People are at the heart of training and social enterprises like ours. It takes people to step forward and establish positive relationships, provide constructive feedback, and offer good guidance those who have been struggling, but are who trying hard to succeed in the world of work.

We really appreciate all of you.