Co-operatives First
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Co-operatives First provides start-up resources and education to help people start co-ops in western Canada
Co-operatives First is a non-profit organization funded by Federated Co-operatives Limited and the Co-operative Retailing System. Founded in 2015, the organization provides co-op start-up resources, such as feasibility studies, business plans, and
incorporation support to rural and Indigenous co-op entrepreneurs across western Canada. Our goal is to help leaders in these communities build new businesses, grow local economies, and support community development.
Co-ops don't get created without someone leading the way. Over the past 10 years, we've worked with many "co-op champions" who are at the forefront of making change in their communities. Lindsay Alliban, an economic development officer in Southwest Saskatchewan, is a firm believer in the potential and value of rural communities — and the co-op model's ability to create local solutions.
Listen here for her insights: https://bit.ly/4fXkd7e
06/04/2026
Proud to be working with this dedicated group to meet their community's childcare needs:
Meath Park childcare co-op moves closer to September opening A group of Meath Park mothers who could not find local childcare are now helping build the kind of service they were missing.The Meath Park Early Learning C
06/04/2026
Every co-operative needs a strategic plan to help your team chart a course for the next 3-5 years. Join Cathy and Kyle for our next webinar to learn how to make a plan to deliver on your purpose, meet the needs of members, and grow your co-operative.
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Strategic Planning for your Co-op’s Future Strategic Planning for your Co-op’s Future Every co-operative needs a strategic plan. Whether this is a formally designed, written document or notes that
💰 How does a co-op distribute its profits to its members? It's not about how much of the business you own, but how much you contribute to it.
06/02/2026
Can you believe it? Kyle's been with Co-operatives First for 10 years! We celebrated this incredible milestone of the organization's first-ever employee, and all the knowledge, support, and guidance he's given to our clients and team over the years. Congratulations Kyle!
06/01/2026
In this month's newsletter, learn about a co-op that's doing great work helping newcomers access the labour market. Plus our new summer student, upcoming webinars, and more!
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05/29/2026
Kyle's been at the Rural Innovation Festival and Forum in Estevan, Sask this week! Hosted by the Southeast Tech Hub, the event is focused on how technology, academia, and arts contribute to rural success.
05/28/2026
Candice is taking part in the Catalyst: Community Finance Summit this week in Winnipeg, connecting with community finance organizations, investors, community connectors to discuss the community finance sector.
05/27/2026
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4/1810 8th Street East
Saskatoon, SK
S7H0T6
Opening Hours
| Monday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Tuesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Wednesday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Thursday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |
| Friday | 8:30am - 4:30pm |