The purpose of the GDAS is to form a venue for people in the glass industry to share ideas and best practices in order to develop a stronger glass industry in the province of Saskatchewan. To create this venue GDAS hold various functions for people in the industry to get together such as Trade Shows, Golf Tournaments, regional meetings, training sessions, and promotion of the apprenticeship program. Members of the association are kept informed about their industry through quarterly newsletters. The GDAS is an unbiased and ethical organization representing interest of all members without discrimination.