You Are Not Alone
At NOTSOLO, giving back is at the heart of what we do.
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We believe in the power of community and the importance of contributing to causes that make a difference.
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We select a charity/cause that aligns with our values and invite our wonderful customers to join us in supporting these charities/causes.
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You can help by making a donation or purchasing a featured product, with a portion of the proceeds going directly to the charity/cause.
Thank you for being a part of the NOTSOLO community and for helping us make a positive impact. Together, we can do great things.
Current Campaign
Past Campaigns
* MMIP Spirit Ride | June 21, 2025, Calgary, AB
* Youth hockey team | August 2025, Finland
Announcing
The inaugural NOTSOLO "You Are Not Alone" GJS Endowment Fund Clothing Apparel Competition & Showcase highlights creative designs in five categories: Women's, Full-Figured, Men's, Sports, and Indigenous Designs.
This competition emphasizes diversity and inclusion, inspiring unique styles that reflect innovative trends in new, sustainable, and repurposed garments.
Participating designers can win a $1,000 credit for specialized services, including graphic design, fabric sublimation, embroidery, direct-to-garment printing, and business services like marketing and strategy support.
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General Rules for Participation:
1. Open to all Alberta-based designers with a passion for apparel
2. Participants must consult with GJS Endowment Fund representatives
3. Designs must include NOTSOLO branding colours: teal and pink
4. Submissions should include sketches, a description, and material lists
5. All entries must be submitted by the deadline (December 20, 2025); late submissions will not be accepted
6. Runway-ready designs will be judged on creativity, originality, and adherence to guidelines during a live competition and showcase (January 10, 2026, in Edmonton, Alberta)
7. Participants grant permission for their designs to be used for promotional purposes
8. Winning designs may be recognized and produced for sale
9. Entries not adhering to rules may be disqualified
10. Questions about the rules are encouraged (contact us at NOTSOLO@shaw.ca)
Stay tuned for more information. Good luck!
We also recognize that life can present many challenges. While we aren't mental health professionals, we care deeply about the well-being of our community. That’s why we’ve curated a list of trusted resources to support you during difficult times.We encourage you to contact a mental health or healthcare professional for personalized care and guidance.
Emergency
911
Distress Line (Canada)
Access 24/7 (Canada)
780-424-2424