Eco-Chic: The Future of Fashion

Tele Fagbure is a fashion designer and artist who loves repurposing old items into something fresh and exciting. She specializes in upcycling—taking materials that might otherwise go to waste and transforming them into unique, stylish pieces. With years of experience in fashion design, custom clothing, and sustainable fashion, she is passionate about teaching young creatives how to rework clothing in fun and innovative ways. Tele is excited to inspire students to experiment, think outside the box, and bring their own fashion ideas to life.

Founded in 2015 by a working mom with a passion for luxury handbags, Hebster Boutique connects fashion lovers with high-end designer bags at accessible prices. Inspired by the high-end resale market, Ava launched the boutique to offer authenticated, pre-loved pieces through a convenient e-commerce platform. Every item is carefully inspected, described, and photographed to ensure shoppers know exactly what they’re getting. Committed to exceptional service and innovative solutions, Hebster Boutique supports evolving fashion tastes while promoting sustainability. By embracing re-commerce, the boutique helps keep quality fashion in circulation, reduces waste, and offers a stylish, eco-conscious alternative to traditional retail.

Jasmin’s Attaché is a unique boutique that blends women’s fashion consignment with essential gear for healthcare professionals. Shoppers can browse or consign pre-loved, brand-name clothing, shoes, and accessories, giving quality pieces a second life. In addition, Jasmin’s Attaché offers high-quality, brand-new scrubs and must-have essentials tailored for nurses and healthcare workers who value comfort, style, and durability. This dual focus allows customers to refresh their wardrobe sustainably while meeting the practical needs of their profession. By combining eco-conscious fashion with functional workwear, Jasmin’s Attaché supports women in expressing their personal style both inside and outside the workplace.

Sustainable Milton is a nonprofit, non-partisan environmental advocacy group located in Milton, Ontario. Their goal is to create a sustainable and resilient Milton through initiatives that help reduce the impacts of climate change. Sustainable Milton provides environmentally focused activities such as tree planting, community cleanups, repair cafés, and educational workshops for people of all ages to learn what they can do to be more sustainable. 

Maliha Khan Ahmed is a community leader, activist, and nonprofit CEO dedicated to social justice, women’s empowerment, and environmental advocacy. As CEO of Milton Muslim Moms since 2016, she has spearheaded initiatives supporting families, promoting diversity, and fostering civic engagement. Milton Muslim Moms has initiated various community projects, including fundraisers for Milton Hospital, where she currently serves on the Gala committee. Additionally, she holds the position of Executive Director on the Board of Sustainable Milton.

Drag Academy is a special events management company specializing in drag, with campuses in Canada, Mexico, and Guyana. Since 2020, it has been pioneering innovative programming that blends education, entertainment, and advocacy—ranging from drag workshops and brunches to major cultural milestones like delivering a TED Talk, producing North America’s first in-flight drag show with Flair Airlines, and hosting the first drag show in Guyana. With a commitment to artistry, diversity, and inclusion, Drag Academy pushes creative boundaries while celebrating drag as a powerful force for culture and community worldwide.