By Hazel Corcoran Capital gains tax exemption for sale of worker co-ops Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada 2026 Congress and awards Update on CWCF Co-Executive Director search process Appreciation for outgoing CWCF Executive Assistant Chloë Williams As I write this, CWCF is still feeling energized by the federal government’s recent decision to permanently exempt the first … 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)
Dear CWCF members, allies, and friends, After 30 years as CWCF’s Executive Director and involvement from its early beginnings in 1991, I have decided to retire from CWCF at the end of 2026. It’s an emotional decision, but it also feels very right. With a new cycle of Strategic Planning beginning, it’s the right … Retirement from CWCF – and the Transition Plan
Maurice Amiri was elected as CWCF’s Atlantic Region Director at the 2025 AGM. Maurice is a project manager and strategic lead with a background in engineering and digital innovation. He holds an engineering education that equipped him with strong analytical and technical skills, which he has applied in industrial feasibility studies, EPC project management, and … Board Member Profile: Maurice Amiri
Marty Meyer was acclaimed as CWCF’s Prairies/NWT/Nunavut Director at the 2025 AGM. Marty has been a Registered Massage Therapist in Calgary for over three decades, blending a deep passion for hands-on healing with a lifelong curiosity about how things work—whether that’s the human body, cooperative businesses, or the systems that support community well-being. Marty’s journey … Board Member Profile: Marty Meyer
By Hazel Corcoran Conference/ Board Nominations, and Award Announcement Ablaze Services strategic plan revision Capital Gains tax exemption for business sales to worker co-ops Upcoming What Is a Worker Co-op? sessions As we head into the fall, CWCF is busy preparing for our 2025 Conference in Edmonton, November 18-20. We are excited to have confirmed … Report from the Executive Director, September 2025