Women's, Girls' & Infants' Apparel Manufacturing in Canada - Industry Research Report

Dropped Stitch: Industry Revenue Will Likely Decline as Imports' Share of Demand Remains High

Since the removal of apparel import tariffs on less developed nations in 2003, the Women's, Girls' and Infants' Apparel Manufacturing industry in Canada has been challenged by imports. The industry is now characterized by offshoring, import competition and a subsequent shift toward the production of high-end, value-added designer and handcrafted fashions. Since manufacturing remains a relatively labour-intensive industry, more operators have offshored manufacturing operations to take advantage of lower wage costs. However, industry revenue has decreased at a CAGR of 8.6% over the past five years and is expected to total $467.4 million in 2023, when revenue will fall by an estimated 4.6%.

Industry operators manufacture cut and sewn blouses, shirts, skirts, dresses, pants, nightwear, suits, coats and other outerwear for women, girls and infants by cutting and sewing purchased materials. Manufacturers that produce knitted, fur or leather apparel are not included in this industry, nor are manufacturers of socks or hosiery.

This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.