Co-operatives Are At a Pivotal Point By Kenzie Love When the United Nations General Assembly declared 2012 as the first International Year of Co-operatives, it seemed to herald a bright future for the movement. With the theme of “Co-operative Enterprises Build a Better World”, the International Year of Co-operatives had three main objectives: increasing awareness, … Co-operatives Are At a Pivotal Point
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
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
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
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
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
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
CMC is looking for a motivated and Manager, External Affairs to join its team. The person will work under the supervision of the Senior Director, External Affairs to plan and execute the government relations strategy. The person will also be involved in establishing or strengthen relationships with the Government of Canada, the Canadian co-operative and … Manager of External Affairs: CMC
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 the 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 multi-stakeholder co-op … Call for CWCF Board Nominations