Wasaga Beach’s Love It Longer Swap Turns Sustainable Style into Support for Local Young Athletes

WASAGA BEACH – Refresh your wardrobe and make a difference. Wasaga Beach’s Love It Longer Clothing Swap returns May 8–10 at the RecPlex—inviting residents to embrace sustainable fashion while directly supporting local kids in sport.

The popular event transforms pre-loved clothing into community impact. Every item purchased helps reduce textile waste—one of the fastest-growing sources of landfill—while 100% of the proceeds from this year’s event will fund a long-awaited training jump harness for the Wasaga Beach Figure Skating Club. The specialized harness is a game-changer for young athletes, helping skaters safely learn and land jumps, build confidence, and progress their skills.

Shoppers can browse a curated selection of gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories, including a new formal wear section just in time for prom—plus a children’s area featuring clothing and toys. 

Here’s 3 things you need to know: 

• With a flat entry fee, attendees can take home as many items as they like.
• New this year, the event will kick off with an exclusive, ticketed First Dibs Friday experience, featuring mocktails, music and early access—set against a backdrop of spring florals, patio lanterns and relaxed, boutique-style vibes—giving attendees first pick of the best items.
• Onsite seamstresses will also be available for minor repairs and alterations, helping extend the life of each find even further.
  
  

Get involved! 

From May 6–8 at the RecPlex, the Town will be accepting donations of gently used clothing, outerwear, shoes, accessories, and toys. (Please note furniture and household items will not be accepted.)

Love it Longer Event Details

Drop-Off Donations at the RecPlex:
• Wednesday, May 6 from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Thursday, May 7 from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Friday, May 8 from 12:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Shop (Pay Once, Take What You Like):

• Love it Longer “First Dibs Friday” exclusive early bird event: Friday, May 8 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. ($25/person)
• Saturday, May 9 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. ($15)
• Sunday, May 10 from 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m 10 AM – 3 PM ($15)

📍 Wasaga Beach RecPlex, 1724 Mosley Street

Tickets can be purchased in advance at wasagabeach.com/LoveitLonger or at the door.

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Karla Findlay
Special Projects Leader
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Sandra Watts
General Manager External Relations
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