About the Ontario East Fibre Community
Become an OEFC Member
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Membership in the Ontario East Fibre Community (OEFC) is your opportunity to be part of a vibrant and growing collective of fibre artists, producers, and enthusiasts. Your 2026 membership is $20, please join us in shaping this exciting new community.
Your annual membership fee includes a variety of benefits such as: Exclusive member communications – early access to festival updates, event announcements, and workshops. Member discounts – reduced rates on admission, classes, and vendor opportunities. Networking opportunities – connect with local artisans, fibre farmers, and fellow enthusiasts. Learning and growth – access to member-only demonstrations, talks, and resources. Community impact – support local farmers, artisans, and sustainable fibre practices across Eastern Ontario. A voice in our fibre community – contribute ideas and help guide the future of the Ontario East Fibre Community and its events. Influence on OEFC development – vote for board members at the annual general meetings and provide feedback to the board. By becoming a member, you’ll be joining a collective that values creativity, sustainability, and belonging while helping to ensure the continued growth of fibre arts and culture in Eastern Ontario. |
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Our Vision
The Ontario East Fibre Community envisions a thriving network of members united by a shared passion for fibre arts and sustainable agriculture. We aspire to be a leading hub where Canadian artisans, farmers, and fibre enthusiasts come together to inspire creativity, support local economies, and preserve fibre traditions for future generations. By fostering inclusivity, innovation, and collaboration, we aim to strengthen our communities and ensure that the fibre arts continue to flourish as both a cultural heritage and a sustainable practice.
The Ontario East Fibre Community envisions a thriving network of members united by a shared passion for fibre arts and sustainable agriculture. We aspire to be a leading hub where Canadian artisans, farmers, and fibre enthusiasts come together to inspire creativity, support local economies, and preserve fibre traditions for future generations. By fostering inclusivity, innovation, and collaboration, we aim to strengthen our communities and ensure that the fibre arts continue to flourish as both a cultural heritage and a sustainable practice.
Mission Statement
The Ontario East Fibre Community (OEFC) exists to serve its members—fibre artists, fibre producers, and enthusiasts—by providing meaningful opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow together. Our mission is to build a vibrant and supportive membership community that celebrates the fibre arts, sustains local traditions, and fosters creativity at every level of experience.
Through gatherings, educational events, and our annual Ontario East Fibre Festival, we create spaces where members can showcase their work, share knowledge, and engage with the broader community. Community is at the heart of all we do, guiding our initiatives and strengthening the ties between artisans, farmers, and fibre lovers across Eastern Ontario and throughout Canada.
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming membership community, where every individual feels valued and respected. Diversity, collaboration, and sustainability are central to our work, ensuring that the OEFC continues to thrive as a collective built by and for its members.
The Ontario East Fibre Community (OEFC) exists to serve its members—fibre artists, fibre producers, and enthusiasts—by providing meaningful opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow together. Our mission is to build a vibrant and supportive membership community that celebrates the fibre arts, sustains local traditions, and fosters creativity at every level of experience.
Through gatherings, educational events, and our annual Ontario East Fibre Festival, we create spaces where members can showcase their work, share knowledge, and engage with the broader community. Community is at the heart of all we do, guiding our initiatives and strengthening the ties between artisans, farmers, and fibre lovers across Eastern Ontario and throughout Canada.
We are committed to cultivating an inclusive and welcoming membership community, where every individual feels valued and respected. Diversity, collaboration, and sustainability are central to our work, ensuring that the OEFC continues to thrive as a collective built by and for its members.