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-DEDICATION
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-ENVIRONMENTALIST
-QUALITY
SERVICE
The ONTARIO FABRICARE
ASSOCATION is a body of professional dry cleaners dedicated to
the improvement of the fabricare industry in ONTARIO, through the
establishment of good management, ethical conduct, top quality
training and proper operating procedures.
The OFA maintains close ties with other
organizations such as the International Fabricare Institute and the
Neighborhood Cleaners Association in the USA as well as other
Provincial associations. The combined relationship of these
organizations provides an unequaled amount of knowledge and problem
solving techniques that would not be readily available on an
individual basis.
Our members often find themselves in the
forefront of new products and technology. Sharing this knowledge
with other members at training seminars and conferences helps to
secure our position in the community. No longer just a Drycleaner
the OFA member of today will be a fabricare specialist capable of
handling over one hundred different variations of fibers and
fabrics.
Maintaining the customer's trust and providing
top quality service using both solvent and aqueous cleaning methods
is our number one priority. Through close co-operation with the
Federal and Provincial Governments, our members are all certified
environmental cleaners, sharing the knowledge and responsibility of
what it takes to keep our air and water safe.
In the years to come the need for change will
demand more from all of us. The way we do things to day may not fit
tomorrows plan. As responsible business people, we will be expected
to meet the challenge in an ever-changing climate, to understand the
customers needs and to assume an even greater commitment to our
environment.
As a cohesive group we can find realistic
answers to many problems before an unrealistic solution is imposed
by those who have no understanding of the industry or the problems
associated with it.
Membership Application Benefits
The purpose of the Ontario Fabricare Association is to
foster and encourage professionalism, ethical conduct and ongoing
development within the fabricare industry in Ontario.
OFA's OBJECTIVES:
- To advance the interest of the fabricare industry in
Ontario.
- To promote and encourage professionalism and ethical
conduct in order to increase the prestige of the industry.
- To develop closer ties with members of the industry.
- To provide a forum where all members of the Ontario
cleaning industry can discuss and review mutual concerns and
issues.
- To inform, advise, and represent members of the Association
in all matters, including legislative, that affect the industry
and its constituents.
- To provide education and training for members and develop
appropriate training and certification programs.
- To work with government, consumer organizations and related
associations to encourage good working relationships.
- To gather, compile and distribute statistics and other
information for the benefit of the members and the industry in
general.
- To promote and encourage, through liaison with government
and other agencies and associations the establishment of sound
policies and practices.
Ontario Fabricare Association is a not for profit
corporation, established to promote the interest of professional
cleaners and fabricare specialists in the province of Ontario. The
association provides representation before legislative bodies and
lobbies on behalf of the cleaning industry regarding industry issues
and professionalism.
Through regular news releases and
technical bulletins, OFA members are able to deal with the public's
concern related to industry issues and government regulations.
Through membership in the Ontario Fabricare Association the
professional cleaner in Ontario has access to services and benefits
by a strong, vital and active association working on behalf of the
Ontario Dry cleaning industry.
The association's involvement
in environmental issues ensures that members are kept aware of both
legislative and industry developments.
The interest of the Government and consumer groups in
environmental issues has a direct impact on the Dry Cleaning
Industry. These demands require a strong an effective association to
protect against unwarranted complaints and inappropriate Government
action.
OFA
is guided by a Board of Directors which governs the association
based on policies and programs approved by the membership. An
executive committee is responsible for the day to day operation of
the association.
Meetings are
held regionally and at the annual conference. At each of these
meetings members have the opportunity to speak with colleagues, be
updated on the latest industry developments and share insights with
and learn from fellow professionals.
Educational
seminars
Technical
bulletins
Conferences
Information
from allied trades
Group
insurance at preferred rates
Training
courses
VISA &
MASTERCARD merchant rates
Discounts on
stationary supplies
Web
advertising or link to your site
On line
forum for Drycleaners
On line
newsletter current and archives
Buy / sell
classified ads for Drycleaners
Links to
fashion manufactures
Link to
Allied Trades for equipment and supplies
Retail/Commercial Fabricare members receive IFI membership
(and its benefits) at no extra cost; allied & associate members
can join IFI at reduced OFA rates.
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