Kenzie Love
Solidarity Co-op Members SEIZE the Opportunity, in Quebec and Beyond
By Kenzie Love In 2012, thousands of Quebec students engaged in protests over the provincial government’s increase in post-secondary tuition fees. With the repeal of the fee increase later that year, it might have seemed to some as though the issue was over. But the activists and organizers continued to meet and decided their work … Solidarity Co-op Members SEIZE the Opportunity, in Quebec and Beyond
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September 2024 newsletter
JEDDI Committee Call for Members, and Board BIPOC Advisors
CWCF’s Justice, Equity, Diversity, Decolonization and Inclusion (“JEDDI”) Committee is calling for applications for new committee members. At the same time, the Board of CWCF in conjunction with the JEDDI Committee is seeking BIPOC Advisors to the Board. The Committee is seeking individuals who identify as Black, Indigenous or other People of Colour (BIPOC) or … JEDDI Committee Call for Members, and Board BIPOC Advisors
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Keynote Speaker Profile: Julia Martins Rodrigues
CWCF is pleased to feature Júlia Martins Rodrigues, Ph.D., as a speaker on the keynote panel at its upcoming Conference. She is a researcher and professor at the International Centre for Co-operative Management, Saint Mary’s University. She will speak about the Namasté Solar Multi-stakeholder Network in the U.S. renewable energy industry, joined on the panel … Keynote Speaker Profile: Julia Martins Rodrigues
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Workers Free to Pursue Their Passion at Eadha Bakery
Winnipeg’s Eadha Bakery Worker Co-op began as the brainchild of Cora Wiens, who started selling bread at farmers markets, and finding success with this venture, eventually moved into a bricks and mortar space. The onset of the pandemic, however, highlighted the challenges of running a sole proprietorship, and the worker co-op model beckoned. Beginning late … Workers Free to Pursue Their Passion at Eadha Bakery
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Diversity of Perspectives Benefits Multi-Stakeholder Co-ops
By Kenzie Love At first glance, the idea of a multi-stakeholder co-op might seem an improbable model for success, given the different and apparently conflicting interests involved. It would be hard for a food co-op, for instance, to provide both the cheapest groceries possible to its consumer members and the highest wages possible to its … Diversity of Perspectives Benefits Multi-Stakeholder Co-ops
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Report from the Executive Director – September 2024
By Hazel Corcoran Staff Retreats/Free Virtual Conference/Member Supports/ Federal Lobby Campaign/Co-operative Colloquium at Dalhousie Law School As we move into fall, I hope everyone had a safe and relaxing summer. A highlight for CWCF staff was our retreat in Ottawa in late July, which gave most of us the chance to connect in person … Report from the Executive Director – September 2024
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Saskatchewan Co-operative Association – Director of Strategic Initiatives
The Director of Strategic Initiatives will play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of the Saskatchewan Co-operative Association. Reporting directly to the Executive Director, this individual will lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives designed to drive growth, enhance community connection, and maximize high-impact outcomes using the co-operative framework that benefits all … Saskatchewan Co-operative Association – Director of Strategic Initiatives
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VREC Solar
VREC Solar is an employee owned business. All employees are offered the opportunity to become owners after a probationary period. That means you share in the decision making and profits from the business. Join us, we offer you a chance to learn, to develop and to be part of an exciting experience and team. We … VREC Solar
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