(The Canadian Press circulated the following on November 20.)
TORONTO — One lucky Canadian designer could be on the fast-track to style stardom with the launch of a contest to create a new look for Via Rail Canada employees.
The national passenger rail service is teaming up with the Fashion Design Council of Canada to present the Via Rail redesign challenge.
Designers from across the country are invited to try their hand at creating a fresh new styling of Via Rail uniforms for both station and on-train employees.
The winning design will be announced and revealed during Fashion Week in Toronto next March.
The winner will take home $10,000 in Via Rail travel credits.
Production and manufacturing of men’s and women’s uniforms will be done through Via Rail.
For information and details for entry, contact the Fashion Design Council of Canada at 416-922-3322 or info@fdcc.ca.