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The Co-operative Connection
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This co-op has a long and rich history in the South Cariboo region of British Columbia and was incorporated in 2006 to protect the agricultural and ecological integrity of a vital lakeshore acreage. Its goal has been to develop local farming capacity and agricultural resources, together with cultivating an ethical and high quality organic food [...] The post Horse Lake Community Farm Co-op appeared first on Each For All.
  This very new and passionate co-op is comprised of a small group of African immigrants who share a love of agriculture and working the land as their ancestors have for generations. Despite arriving in BC's urban Lower Mainland and all having full-time work, they found their way to each other and created the African-Canadian Agricultural [...] The post African-Canadian Agricultural Producers Co-operative appeared first on Each For All.
When the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Co-operatives created the Co-op Incubator Program in 2024, a group of residents from Pouch Cove got on board with a specific idea in mind; to create a co-operative that would support area seniors to age well at home, overcome loneliness and isolation and build a sense of community. [...] The post Killick Coast North Seniors Co-operative appeared first on Each For All.
This episode of Each For All reports on just a few examples of Co-operative Principle 7 - Concern for Community and celebrates people working together to solve problems in their communities. Michaela Turner is the Community and Employee Engagement Manager at the Moose Jaw Co-op in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan. It's her job to partner with [...] The post Co-operatives Care for Communities appeared first on Each For All.
What happens when a globally renowned industry faces a labyrinth of regulations that threaten its very existence? In our latest episode of Each For All: The Co-operative Connection, host Robin Puga sits down with two passionate advocates who are fighting to preserve British Columbia's legacy of high-quality, craft cannabis. "We have world-class farmers here [...] The post Navigating the Haze: How BC’s Craft Cannabis Farmers Are Fighting for Survival appeared first on Each For All.
Affordable Housing and Food Security: Insights from Thom Armstrong and Theo Lamb At Each For All: The Co-operative Connection, we delve into the pressing issues that shape our communities. In our latest episode, host Robin Puga sits down with longtime friend of the show, Thom Armstrong, CEO of the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC. Thom [...] The post Affordable Housing and Food Security – Election Show appeared first on Each For All.
Audra Kruger, Executive Director In this episode of Each For All: The Co-operative Connection, host Robin Puga dives deep into the world of co-operative development with two inspiring leaders from Co-operatives First. We are happy to welcome Audra Krueger, Executive Director, and Kyle White, Director of Education, who share their journey and insights [...] The post Co-operatives First: Celebrating Milestones and Future Directions appeared first on Each For All.
In honour of Earth Day, 2024, hosts Robin Puga and Sandy Goldman explored two critical aspects of the social economy: renewable energy cooperatives and food waste reduction. Our guests, Dr. Martin Boucher and Carla Pellegrini, provided in-depth knowledge and passionate discourse on these topics. Dr. Martin Boucher, President of Community Energy Co-operative Canada [...] The post Unleashing Renewable Energy and Tackling Food Waste: Earth Day episode 2024 appeared first on Each For All.
Is there a co-operative solution to seniors aging in place with dignity? And receiving support from staff who are recognized as vital partners deserving of respect and agency? You better believe there is! We first reported on this trend several years ago during the COVID 19 pandemic. Danielle Turpin was a personal support worker assisting [...] The post Home Care Workers Co-op/Community Seniors Co-op appeared first on Each For All.
In the heart of Moncton, New Brunswick, lies an extraordinary story of community empowerment, sustainable living, and the transformative power of cycling. La Bikery Co-operative, a hub of social economy and cooperative values, has been making impact in making cycling accessible and enjoyable for everyone. I had the pleasure of speaking with Cory Herc, a [...] The post Empowering Communities on Two Wheels – La Bikery Co-op appeared first on Each For All.
Thom Armstrong, CEO, CHFBC in studio at Vancouver Co-op Radio We had the privilege of hosting Thom Armstrong, CEO of the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC (CHFBC), in studio at Vancouver Co-op Radio. Thom shared insights into the transformative developments and ambitious projects underway in the co-operative housing sector in British Columbia. Topics [...] The post The New Era for Affordable Housing w/ Thom Armstrong appeared first on Each For All.
Matthew Enright, GM In this episode of Each For All: The Co-operative Connection, host Robin Puga sits down with Matthew Enright, the General Manager of the Battle River Railway Co-operative (BRR). BRR is based out of Forestburg, Alberta about 300 km northeast of Calgary.  This unique co-operative is an example of local empowerment [...] The post Battle River Railway Co-op: a Journey to Local Empowerment appeared first on Each For All.
ANAK Publishing Worker Cooperative Ltd. is based in Winnipeg and is the 2023 recipient of The Co-operative Achievement Award by the Manitoba Cooperative Association. (MCA).  ANAK's vision and accomplishments to date are best captured by MCA. "ANAK Publishing produces thought provoking Filipino-Canadian content; bringing together authors, educators, students and readers to bridge cross-cultural understanding. It [...] The post ANAK Publishing Worker Co-op appeared first on Each For All.
The Manitoba Cooperative Association (MCA) views cooperatives as leaders in building a strong economy and a healthy, socially vibrant province. MCA's mission is "to enhance and support the development of a united, growing and influential cooperative community in Manitoba." From the days of the wheat pools to the Indigenous fisheries cooperatives of today, Manitoba has [...] The post Manitoba Cooperative Association appeared first on Each For All.
From its mission statement: "Niagara Nutrition Partners (NNP) is committed to supporting sustainable nutrition programs for all school age children in the Niagara Region through the involvement and participation of all community partners in order to maximize healthy child/youth development." NNP has been co-ordinating school and community-based food programs since 1998. At this time, more [...] The post Niagara Nutrition Partners appeared first on Each For All.
The person delivering farm fresh apples to a local school is just one of many the Blue Wave Volunteers organized by FirstOntario Credit Union. This financial co-operative, serving communities in the Hamilton/Niagara region, has made a long-standing commitment to ensuring children and youth have healthy breakfasts and snacks to carry them throughout the day. Since [...] The post Feeding Local Communities with the help of FirstOntario Credit Union appeared first on Each For All.
In the heart of Victoria, British Columbia, a remarkable transformation story has been threaded by The Make House. What started as a 10-year-old sole proprietorship blossomed into a worker co-operative in December 2022. Host Robin Puga had an enlightening conversation with Tanya King, Studio Manager and Board Vice-President, unraveling the journey behind this creative pivot. [...] The post The Make House: Stitching a Co-operative Future in Victoria, BC appeared first on Each For All.
"Good Food & Community" is what the Muskoka North Good Food Co-op is all about. This multi-stakeholder co-op is located in Huntsville, Ontario and boasts more than 1,700 proud member-owners with more people joining every day. It's a one-stop shop for fresh, local and healthy fare, supporting farmers and producers in the region and across [...] The post Muskoka North Good Food Co-op appeared first on Each For All.
Stone building purchased by NSCC for affordable housing in Pictou. Over the past 18 months, the Nova Scotia Co-operative Council (NSCC) has purchased 86 units of affordable housing, now owned by the community rather than someone interested only in the bottom line.  Many of these properties were for sale by private owners, terrifying [...] The post Nova Scotia Co-operative Council Creating Affordable Housing appeared first on Each For All.
The Gulf Islands Food Co-op was created in 2018 to foster inter-island co-operation and develop new resources and practical supports for food producers and consumers on Galiano, Mayne, Pender and Saturna islands. (the Southern Gulf Islands SGI) The co-op's main goals are to help sustainably increase island food production, food security and resilience by encouraging [...] The post Gulf Islands Food Co-op appeared first on Each For All.
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