Discover Co-ops

Inspired by the folk tale of Stone Soup, the Stone Soup Registry envisions a new way to support emerging co-operatives. By pooling small contributions of expertise, mentorship, resources, and connections, established co-ops and supporters can help new ventures overcome start-up challenges and put the principle of co-operation among co-operatives into action.

Co‑operatives are powerful engines for social and economic change — but in Canada, we’re still far from tapping into their full potential. We know the co‑operative model works. We know it’s built on values and principles that centre community, democracy, and sustainability. And yet, when it comes to inclusion, many co‑ops struggle to understand what it looks like, how to measure it, and most importantly, how to act on it.

Co-operatives aren’t just businesses; they’re community-driven organizations that put people before profit. When you support a co-op, you’re investing in your neighbours, strengthening local economies, and contributing to a more sustainable future.

There is no better way to harness our collective strength than by embracing Principle 6: Co-operation among Co-operatives.