Local Co-op Resources

Case studies of a selection of co-ops in the Upper Columbia region (2002), prepared by the BC Institute of Co-op Studies at the University of Victoria.

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Local food writer Sita Koster wrote about the Kootenay Bakery Cafe Cooperative this week. Did you know that the KBCC is joining Economusee, an international network of artisan businesses? … See MoreSee Less

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A co-op is an organization owned by the members who use its services (a consumer co-operative or credit union), or by people who work there (a worker co-op), or by those who live there (a housing co-operative).

Co-operatives can provide virtually any product or service and are different from other businesses in that they use profits for purposes that are directed by the board and membership.

Co-ops are founded on a common idea – that people know what’s best for themselves. Through co-operation, people work together to meet their common needs. … See MoreSee Less

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