Our #1 Priority

BC Apparel and Gear’s primary initiative during these unprecedented times is to support the design and production of medical gowns. This project evolved through an inquiry by the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority eager to understand our industry’s sewing capabilities. BC Apparel and Gear conducted a survey on March 23rd, 2020. With 65 respondents, the results showed that our industry is capable to solve the VCH ask for medical gowns.

Update: We have successfully created and a reusable gown that has been approved by VCH. We are in the process of securing materials and preparing to ramp up local production. The gown is a sewn and seam taped design that is targeted to meet level 3 isolation gown performance.

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