Richmond Reuse & Repair Café

Richmond is encouraging residents to “Rethink Waste” to help reduce waste and support a circular economy, including extending the life of items by maintaining, repairing and reusing them rather than buying new.

Items being repaired this month:

✔ Clothing items + textiles (holes, repairs to seams, button, etc.)

✔ Bicycles (repairs, assessments or a tune-up)

✔ Small appliances (toasters, coffee makers, blenders, etc.)

✔ Christmas Lights

X Hemming and alteration services are not provided.

X Zipper repair - unfortunately due to expert availability we will not be able to do zipper repairs.

Please note:

• Only one repair appointment per person and one item per appointment.
• Additional items will be added to the drop-in queue.
• Items for repair will be assessed at check-in.
• Not all repairs may be possible in the time permitted but we will do our best.
• If we're not able to fix an item, an expert will be happy to provide guidance on next steps.
• Please ensure that all items are clean and free of dirt, grease and insects.

This event is funded with assistance from Metro Vancouver.

You’re invited to drop-off small, clean items, in good working order at anytime throughout the event.

• Swap it – drop-off items for others to choose from and pick out new-to-you items.
• Leave it – leave items without taking home anything new.
• Take it – everyone is welcomed to take items.

Examples of accepted items (all items must fit in a reusable shopping bag):

• Clothing
• Clothing accessories, bags, backpacks
• Books
• CDs, DVDs, Blue-ray discs
• Computers, laptops, monitors
• Shoes
• Video game systems
• Toys
• Small appliances (hair dryer, blender, etc.)

Not sure if your item is Reuse ready? Contact Z2FyYmFnZWFuZHJlY3ljbGluZyB8IHJpY2htb25kICEgY2E= or call 604-276-4010 to inquire.

See the full list of FAQs here: richmond.ca/RepairFair