Spurring growth at Faire

Friday, September 5, 2025

Waterloo co-op students are making strides in the business and technology sector with transformative innovations.  

As more consumers choose to shop local, Waterloo students and alumni at Faire — an online wholesale platform connecting independent retailers with unique brands — are co-developing tools that strengthen local economies and empower small businesses to thrive. 

Faire is among 8,000 Waterloo co-op employers that are helping Waterloo students gain two years of work experience right before they graduate. 

Read the full story on Waterloo News.