Diversity and Inclusion at STASH

We acknowledge that as a business operating in Calgary, AB we live, work and play on the traditional territories of the Blackfoot Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina, the Îyâxe Nakoda Nations, the Métis Nation (Region 3), and all people who make their homes in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta

In our spaces and in the making community in general we have no tolerance for racism, homophobia, transphobia, xenophobia, or ideologies that are against our belief that all human beings deserve equal rights.

We are committed to maintaining a safe space for all of our customers, students, and staff members - both in-store and online.

• STASH welcomes and celebrates people of ALL races, countries of origin, religions, genders, sexual orientations, ages, and people of all abilities.

• STASH has a zero tolerance policy for discrimination and hate speech from both our customers and our employees.   

• We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable at STASH and experience fibre arts without barriers.

• Service animals and aides are always welcome in our space.  

• If you're a prospective student or customer who may require special accommodations, or have concerns about accessibility please don't hesitate to reach out. 

We are committed to maintaining the following actions in our ongoing endeavors to help dismantle the oppressive structures that discriminate against our marginalized community members:

• STASH is a proud member of the Trans Affirming Network, a program developed by Skipping Stone Foundation in Calgary. This program provided our management team with training on ensuring that STASH is a welcoming space for folks of all gender identities and expressions. We are committed to maintaining our annual membership, and to financially support Skipping Stone throughout the year whenever possible.
  
  

• STASH Craft Nights are hosted twice per month for a small fee of $5. 100% of this fee is donated to a local organization, the details of which you can find on the event page. Our goal is to keep this fee nominal to make sure crafters of all economic backgrounds can attend. Due to the rising safety concerns for trans folks in Alberta, we have committed the entire first quarter of 2026 to Skipping Stone.
  
  

• We are committed to ensuring our storefront is accessible for folks using mobility aids by maintaining a reasonable distance around fixtures. Our classrooms are accessible via elevator for folks unable to use the stairs.
  
  

• STASH will continue to support local charitable and mutual aid groups with our annual Socktober sock drive.
  
  

• STASH will continue to support local charities and events that fundraise for organizations aligning with our beliefs through the year with in-kind donations whenever possible.
  
  

• We will explicitly encourage those from marginalized communities to apply for positions as they become available at our business.
  
  

• We will continue to seek out and work with minority and women-owned businesses whenever possible, and will support the growth of their businesses.
  
  

• We will take every precaution to ensure our spaces — including our retail storefronts, social media pages, and online communities — are as safe and welcoming as possible for marginalized people.
  
  

• We will continue to reach out and support BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ designers with cross-promotion of designs on social media and showcasing their work on our in store-samples.
  
  

• We will continue to be mindful of all designers we showcase by highlighting designers who practice inclusivity in sizing, and are active in demonstrating their values.
  
  

• We will continue to work with fibre businesses owned by those who identify as racialized whenever possible by purchasing their yarn and fibre or working with them on trunk shows and other collaborations.