THE importance OF THINKING internationally

CHARTRAND “There are young voices showcasing what Canada has to offer: Thomas Tait, Vejas Kruszewski and, most recently, MarieÈve Lecavalier have all been included in the LVMH Prize [created to support young fashion designers around the world], which has helped amplify Canadian design internationally.” VICKY MILNER “Many models, photographers and stylists have Canada as a home base but work globally, and they should. I’d never penalize a Canadian who has decided to work abroad. They’re creating a business based on the Canadian values that nurtured them as well as their Canadian education.”

NINA KHAREY “I FIND IT DIFFICULT TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS WITHOUT MOVING TO A FASHION CAPITAL BECAUSE INFLUENTIAL CANADIANS ARE UNFORTUNATELY HESITANT TO SUPPORT A BRAND THAT HAS YET TO SUCCEED IN THE UNITED STATES. YOU REALLY HAVE TO HUSTLE AND GET THE RIGHT PEOPLE TO NOTICE YOU HERE.”