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A Story from Cuzco

Remigo Gutierrez and his wife Marija live together with their three sons in Cuzco, Peru. Here is their story as told by Kristen Reffle, store manager of Ten Thousand Villages on West Broadway. Remigo and his wife got pregnant in … Continue reading

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Thank you Burnaby Board of Trade

Check out the Burnaby Board of Trade Blog for a great story profiling our partnership with Ten Thousand Villages. Over the past few years, L’Arche has established a great relationship with the Burnaby Board of Trade (BBOT). L’Arche Greater Vancouver … Continue reading

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Have you shopped at Ten Thousand Villages yet?

We are a few days into the partnership with Ten Thousand Villages and the West Broadway store is reporting some great shopping activity!  A perfect place to buy a birthday present…they gift wrap too! Pick up something for your house … Continue reading

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A Look into Undugu Fair Trade

Here’s the second installment of a series of stories from Ten Thousand Villages. This story features Undugu Society of Kenya (USK) and its involvement in handicraft and Fair Trade Production.  This movement has not only helped the economy but helped … Continue reading

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Ten Thousand Villages & L’Arche Partnership Countdown: 9 days

Starting Sunday August 1, shop at Ten Thousand Villages on West Broadway and benefit in three ways! 1. You’ll be supporting artisans around the world, who are provided vital and fair income. 2. Mention L’Arche and 10% of your purchase … Continue reading

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