Do you need professional clothing for a job interview?  Click here to register.

Job Seekers Assisted
Outfits Provided to Job Seekers
Referral Partners in the Community

About Clothing Works

When looking for a job, making a strong first impression is critical during the interview process. Unfortunately, many people don’t have the resources or coaching to look their very best. That’s where ClothingWorks comes in.

ClothingWorks uses community support, such as donations of high quality clothing as well as the skills and time of dedicated staff and volunteers, to give job seekers clothing and confidence to make the best possible first impression with prospective employers.

About Your Appointment

When you arrive for your scheduled appointment, please go to the 2nd Floor Career Centre at 255 Horton St. E., London to check in at reception. ClothingWorks is no longer using plastic bags, so you may want to also bring a reusable shopping bag if you have one.

Our Mission

Promoting economic independence of people by providing professional attire, a network of support and the tools to foster confidence and achievement in work and life.

Our History

Established in 1998, ClothingWorks has been a valued resource in the community, assisting over 10,000 individuals.  Hosted by Goodwill Industries, Ontario Great Lakes since 2014, ClothingWorks depends on the support of donors, volunteers and community partners.

Sponsored by

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Canada Inc.

How It Works

Refer a Job Seeker

Refer a Job Seeker

In order to refer a job seeker to the ClothingWorks program at Goodwill, your agency must be a referral partner. Not a referral partner yet? Please connect with us!

Schedule An Appointment

Schedule An Appointment

After the referral is made, please contact ClothingWorks to schedule your appointment with our style consultant. Call 519-850-9000 or e-mail info@clothingworks.ca.

Meet a Style Consultant

Meet a Style Consultant

At the appointment, the ClothingWorks' style consultant will meet with each individual to discuss clothing needs, perform measurements, and present properly fitted items. The goal is to meet the style needs of the ClothingWorks participant, with our style consultant offering expert advice to boost each individual's presentation and improve job success.

Get Confidence to Succeed

Get Confidence to Succeed

The job seeker is now completely outfitted and will be able to go into the job interview or workplace with more confidence and make a better first impression.

How can you help?

REFER SOMEONE IN NEED.

There are currently 55 agencies in London that can refer to the ClothingWorks program at Goodwill.

Are you an agency partner that works with an individual who needs interview clothing?  Click here to make a referral.

Does your agency want to be a referring partner to ClothingWorks?  Please contact us.

Refer a job seeker

DONATE CLOTHING.

Interview clothing donations are always welcome to provide a constant flow of inventory to meet client needs.

Where to donate

DONATE MONEY.

On average, the cost to assist one person with the essential start-up necessities is $115.  Personal and corporate monetary donations to ClothingWorks are a great way to give someone a hand up, as opposed to a hand-out (taxable receipt will be issued).

Donate online

ORGANIZE A CLOTHING DRIVE.

Placing clothing racks and signage at an event or office provides an opportunity for everyone to clean out their closets and support job seekers who need interview clothing.

Run a clothing drive

VOLUNTEER.

Investing your time is an excellent way to help ClothingWorks.  As one of our amazing volunteers, you might help with events, with donation drives, sorting and merchandising, or working with our clients as a volunteer consultant.

Be a volunteer

"One important key to success is self-confidence. An important key to self-confidence is preparation."

Arthur Ashe

From the Blog

Community Partner Open House

March 4, 2025

Community Partner Open House – Thursday, March 20

Join us! We are inviting members of community partner organizations to explore ClothingWorks to see where it all happens! Learn more about our referral program and seasonal drives, meet our volunteer team, and more.

The ClothingWorks program at Goodwill collects donations of professional clothing, shoes, and accessories from the community to provide free job interview outfits to people experiencing barriers to employment. Our volunteer consultants help clients gain confidence by selecting the perfect interview outfit for them, with coaching and tips along the way.

Drop by for a tour of the ClothingWorks operations and check out our expanding Interview Approved collection of clothing and accessories, featured in select Goodwill Community Store locations.

This event is the perfect opportunity to get to know our team, explore volunteer opportunities, and make connections to help your clients!

When: Thursday, March 20 – 9 am to 12 pm
Where: Horton Goodwill Centre, 1st floor, 255 Horton St. E., N6B 1L1
RSVP to clothingworks@goodwillindustries.ca
Drop-ins are also welcome!

 

 

Service Update

February 10, 2024

Service update communication:

The ClothingWorks program would like to inform you of some changes to our program delivery, expanded service area and fees.

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ClothingWorks May Sale

May 21, 2023

Join us at the ClothingWorks Sale on Saturday, May 27th at the Goodwill Boutique (765 Hyde Park Road) in London!  We’re offering men’s casual/summer suits & blazers … plus overstock of some women’s items!  We also have a certified Men’s image consultant on hand for free suit fittings from 10 am – 1 pm!  Help support our program! The ClothingWorks Sale is open to the public, so stop by and grab some amazing finds!

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Looking for Volunteer Wardrobe Consultants

October 25, 2022

Recruiting Volunteer Wardrobe Consultants

The Goodwill Industries-ClothingWorks program is growing, and we are recruiting volunteer wardrobe consultants to help advise our clients and build their confidence, by giving them encouragement, positive reinforcement, through access to appropriate clothing, enabling them to make a great first impression in their job search and achieve their goals.

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ClothingWorks Winter Donation Drive and Give Away

September 14, 2022

ClothingWorks is hosting a Winter Coat & Accessories Donation Drive and Giveaway Sponsored by the Westmount Shopping Centre, and in partnership with Curiosities, Tyner Shortens, & Lifestyles women’s wear.

Help us give the gift of warmth to our community this winter!

The ClothingWorks Donation Drive will take place from September 19 to October 10, 2022.

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