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Co-ops’ Continued Focus on Women’s Empowerment Is Critical to Achieving the Agenda for Sustainable Development

March 20, 2025

By Kenzie Love As the world marked International Women’s Day this year with a theme of “For ALL Women and Girls: Equality. Rights. Empowerment,” it is clear that there is still considerable progress to be made in making this vision a reality. None of the markers around the Sustainable Development Goal (“SDG”) number five on … Co-ops’ Continued Focus on Women’s Empowerment Is Critical to Achieving the Agenda for Sustainable Development

Organic Planet Is Hiring

March 6, 2025

Organic Planet Winnipeg, MB *Who we are looking for:This position would offer 2-4 shifts a week with extra shifts available as needed.Ideally we are looking for folks with an open and flexible schedule who can work 2-4 of the following shifts while picking up shifts when coverage is needed. Monday 8 to 1:30/1:30 to 7Tuesday 8 … Organic Planet Is Hiring

CWCF Welcomes Dr. Lucenia Ortiz as Board Equity Advisor

February 20, 2025

CWCF is pleased to welcome Dr. Lucenia Ortiz as its second Board Equity Advisor. Lucenia currently serves as Chair on the Board of Directors of the Multicultural Health Brokers (MCHB) Cooperative since 2020. From her experience as a newcomer from the Philippines in 1994, she developed a passion and commitment to work with culturally diverse … CWCF Welcomes Dr. Lucenia Ortiz as Board Equity Advisor

Report from the Executive Director, February 2025

February 20, 2025

By Hazel Corcoran International Year of Cooperatives 2025 JEDDI Committee New Board Equity Advisor Research Project The International Year of Cooperatives 2025 is underway, coming at a pivotal moment in both the co-op sector and the wider world. The theme of “Cooperatives Build a Better World,” aims to raise awareness, promote growth, and inspire leadership … Report from the Executive Director, February 2025

Worker Co-op Development Program Empowers Black Women

February 20, 2025

By Kenzie Love Black women in Canada face significant barriers, including high levels of violence, lack of access to employment, higher education, and housing, and disproportionate rates of incarceration. Research shows that the cumulative impact of racism, discrimination, poverty and other structural and systemic inequalities profoundly impact the physical, emotional and mental health of all … Worker Co-op Development Program Empowers Black Women

Lessons from the Black Co-operative Movement

February 20, 2025

By Kenzie Love Co-operativism has a rich history within the Black diaspora, one that had long been overlooked but is gaining new attention through books such as Dr. Jessica Gordon Nembhard’s Collective Courage. Reviewing the history of co-ops in Black communities offers important lessons for the wider co-op movement. As Gordon Nembhard notes, there have … Lessons from the Black Co-operative Movement

Stocksy United: Intermediate Developer

February 10, 2025

Technology – Victoria, British Columbia (Remote) Purpose: Reporting directly to the Senior Developer, the Intermediate Developer is responsible for contributing to the development team’s initiatives, maintaining Stocksy’s existing application, and providing guidance and mentorship for other development team members. Reports to: Senior Developer Department: Development Direct reports: 0 Location: Remote Role Type: FT Employee (or FT Dependent Contractor if residing outside … Stocksy United: Intermediate Developer

Stocksy United: Designer

February 10, 2025

Marketing – Victoria, British Columbia (Remote) PurposeThe Designer will play a key role in developing innovative and culturally relevant visual content for an in-house creative team, contributing to the growth of the Stocksy brand. Working closely with the Senior Designer, this role requires creativity, technical expertise, and effective communication to produce diverse, high-quality assets that resonate with … Stocksy United: Designer

Stocksy United: Content Marketing Specialist

February 10, 2025

Marketing – Victoria, British Columbia (Remote) Purpose:As Stocksy’s Content Marketing Specialist, you will be responsible for overseeing the planning, creation, and execution of Stocksy’s content marketing initiatives. This role requires a creative thinker with a strong understanding of social media strategies, exceptional copywriting skills, and a keen eye for contemporary culture and creative industry trends. Reports To: Creative … Stocksy United: Content Marketing Specialist

Board Member Profile: Martin Van Den Borre

January 23, 2025

By Kenzie Love Martin Van Den Borre of Ripon, Quebec was acclaimed as the Quebec director on CWCF’s board at the AGM in November 2024. He was inspired to serve on the board by his belief in democracy and its importance in the workplace. Van Den Borre sees worker co-ops as part of a movement … Board Member Profile: Martin Van Den Borre