Co-operate Now: Co-op Development Bootcamp is for entrepreneurs or community members interested in building a co-operative enterprise next training session will begin on May 7. For a nominal fee, participants receive valuable information, guidance, support and gain access to the BCCA’s network of co-op leaders Plus, the Co-operate Now: Co-op Development Bootcamp sessions are now … Continued
BCCA and ACCA were honored to host co-operators across the country at last Thursday’s panel, entitled “Racial Equity in Co-ops: Where do we go from here?” – the first event in our online Co-op Innovation Series of 2021. Special thanks to Michelle Cooper-Iversen, Chief Operating Officer at CHFBC and BCCA Board member, for facilitating an … Continued
In 2020 we saw a global uprising against the systemic racism that has existed for centuries against Black, Indigenous People of Colour (BIPOC). As co-operatives, we value principles such as open and voluntary membership and concern for community but the events last year forced us to hold a mirror to ourselves and consider if our … Continued
The board of directors of the Alberta Community Co-operative Association (ACCA) and the BC Co-operative Association (BCCA) are pleased to announce the appointment of Paul Cabaj to the position of executive director effective February 4th. “When you reviewed the strategic plans of both organizations, done independently, there is a remarkable degree of alignment,” affirmed Randy … Continued
We are rebuilding the BCCA website! Imagery is an important part of our rebuild! The BCCA team would appreciate the opportunity to showcase our members in action. Our team invites authors to submit high-quality photos that share a glimpse of their day in action, a member’s best smile or product-production in action. We are looking … Continued
While springtime is technically a month or two away, the new year is the perfect time for an annual website audit and ‘spring cleaning’. When people visit your site, they see it as a reflection of your organization. If your website looks professional and is loaded with useful information, readers will see you as an … Continued
Nominations are being accepted for the Order of British Columbia, the Province’s highest honour. Any person is welcome to nominate a deserving individual as a candidate for appointment to the Order of British Columbia. The award is extended to those British Columbians who have demonstrated outstanding achievement, excellence or distinction in a field of endeavour … Continued
Since 1992, The Co-operators has administered a program of grants dedicated to emerging and expanding co-operatives. Over $2.6 million has been provided to co-operatives across Canada through this unique program. This year the Co-operators are making up to $250,000 in grants available through the Co-operative Development Program (CDP), in support of emerging and expanding co-operatives … Continued
With Covid 19, Monashee Community Co-op in Lumby, BC has been booming – a 65% increase in sales since March! Our members are more committed than ever to supporting local – and saving that 35 km trip to Vernon is a bonus for the pocketbook, the environment and one’s sanity. Monashee Community Co-op is bursting … Continued
The Alberta Community and Co-operative Association (ACCA) is the provincial trade association for co-operatives and credit unions. Our mission is a strong co-operative sector, and we work towards this ambitious goal by promoting the co-operative business structure, creating connections, supporting the co-operative sector, and inspiring co-operative innovation. Working with our strategic partner the BC Co-operative … Continued