A Final Word, and a Torch Passed Forward, by Hazel Corcoran When I first became involved with this Federation, as a 29-year-old law student, I found a torch lit by visionaries who were gathered in Antigonish, Nova Scotia in 1991 with little more than conviction, a shared belief in worker ownership, and the courage to … Executive Director’s Report: August 2026
By the CWCF Board of Directors CWCF is pleased to announce the appointment of Christine Clarke (she/her) as its incoming Co-Executive Director. Christine will join our team on September 8, 2026. She is a co-operative developer, educator and advocate for co-operatives and the solidarity economy. She believes that co-operative approaches can build the foundation for … New Co-Executive Director Joins CWCF: Christine Clarke
Board Nominations CWCF is seeking nominations for its board of directors. Serving on the CWCF Board is a great opportunity to help guide the worker co-op movement in this country and for networking with other worker co-operators. To be eligible to run, you must be a worker-member of a CWCF Regular Member (worker co-op or … Call for 2026 Board Nominations, AGM Resolutions, and Awards
CWCF submitted its latest federal pre-budget brief in late May. This year’s brief is well harmonized with the brief of Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada, as discussed with the board of CWCF. The priority is the development fund for worker cooperatives, which will be a great asset for SME owners who would like to sell their businesses … CWCF 2026 Budget Brief
By Hazel Corcoran Capital Gains Tax Exemption for sale of businesses to worker co-ops Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada 2026 Congress and Awards Update on CWCF Co-Executive Director search process and looking to the fall Appreciation for outgoing CWCF Executive Assistant Chloë Williams, welcome to temporary, part-time replacements, Sarah Leeson-Klym and Hannah Rackow My few weeks … Report from the Executive Director: June 2026
The Canadian government has recently made amendments to the Income Tax Act (ITA) to exempt the first $10 million of a business owner’s capital gain from the sale of their existing business to a worker co-operative. Co-op lawyer Brian Iler summarizes the amendments and their implications.
Effective at the start of April 2026, CWCF promoted Josh Dyke, previously the Common Good Capital (CGC) Registered Plans Administrator, to the new role of Assistant Manager of Common Good Capital. He has been with CWCF for just over 10 years and has consistently demonstrated professionalism and the ability to take on increasing responsibilities. Congratulations, … Promotion of Josh Dyke to Assistant Common Good Capital Manager
By Hazel Corcoran Executive Director Succession Conference Upcoming JEDDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Decolonization, and Inclusion) webinar Common Good Capital program Capital gains tax exemption for sales of businesses to worker co-ops As I write this, CWCF is in the process of searching for a new Co-Executive Director. This search comes as a significant change … Report from the Executive Director — April 2026
The Canadian Worker Co-operative Federation is currently searching for its next Executive Director. This recruitment is part of a planned leadership transition. Our current Executive Director will remain in the role for approximately six months to support onboarding and continuity as CWCF moves into its next phase. This role offers the opportunity to help shape … A Thoughtful Leadership Transition at CWCF — Executive Director Search Is On
Canadian Worker Co-operative Federation (CWCF)Full-time | Remote in Canada | Travel required Download this job posting here. Start date: Early to mid-June 2026 (goal)Salary: $91,000-$115,000, including 4-6 weeks of vacation, personal leave policy, group comprehensive benefits (majority covered by CWCF), and group retirement plan (shared contribution), remote work, and flexible schedule. A note on range placement: … Co-Executive Director (Co-ED)