Recently the non-profit Textile Exchange (textileexchange.org) conducted a global voluntary benchmarking program called Corporate Fibre Materials Benchmark, which assembled information submitted by over 190 companies in fashion, footwear and home textile. Textile Exchange establishes “preferred” textiles standards in terms of sustainability across supply networks, offers best practices, and certified companies that align with global Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s), minimize climate impact and contribute to an equitable and circular economy.

Five Canadian companies have benchmarked and are leading our charge toward “nature positive, no regrets” textile sourcing.

Sanctuary Innerwear is one of them.

​Because of my exclusive use of Lenzing TENCEL fabric and plants as dyes, as well as a firm commitment to local production, Sanctuary Innerwear has been awarded a Level 3 “Maturing” on the Material Change Index. This designation acknowledges "emerging leadership" in sustainability. I’m proud of my commitments and efforts toward doing things right.

Here is what the Coordinator of the MCI Program had to say about me specifically:

We are very proud of you to take the initial steps to measure and manage your label's growth. We are delighted to have you join the benchmarking journey last year, and to be one of the Companies Creating Materials Change!!! As you see the highlight this year was on smaller companies "punching above their weight" and I'm sure yours is a company aspiring in the right direction. 

Congratulations on your results and scorecard, onwards and upwards!!! 
P. Pandey, ​Prerna@TextileExchange.org

It IS possible to be completely sustainable, and there are a growing number of companies that are striving to get there.
Among them are the following four Canadian companies:

View an article I wrote about it here.

Among my peers:

View the full Insight Report here.