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Planning & Development Support
PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT
Getting a new co-operative off the ground can feel overwhelming when you’re unsure where to start or how to structure the process. Our co-op planning and development services and resources guide you through every stage — from early concept to launch — with practical tools, expert facilitation, and hands on support. We help you design a strong co-operative business model, navigate incorporation steps, and build a sustainable co-op that reflects your community’s needs.
Essential Services
ESSENTIAL SERVICES
Finding trusted professionals who understand the co-operative model can be frustrating and time consuming. Our network of vetted Co-op Service Providers connects you with accountants, lawyers, facilitators, and other co-operative-friendly professionals who understand your values, structure, and governance needs. You gain access to a reliable support system of experts experienced in the co-operative sector, ensuring you receive services that genuinely fit your co-op’s mission and operations.
Facilitated Training
FACILITATED TRAINING
Starting a co-operative business can be confusing when you’re not sure how the model works or what makes it different from other business structures. Our Co-ops 101 training demystifies the essentials — co-operative values, governance, membership, and operations — giving your group a solid foundation in the co-operative business model. Participants leave aligned, informed, and ready to take the next step in exploring or launching a co-op.
Downloadable Resources
DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES
It can be difficult to find reliable, co-op specific digital resources when you’re just getting started or looking to grow. Our collection of co operative tools, templates, and guides gives you quick access to practical, easy to use materials that support every stage of your co-operative’s development. Whether you’re exploring incorporation, strengthening governance, or refining operations, these online co-op resources help you move forward with confidence.
Coverage for co-operatives, created by a co-operative Co-op Guard® provides the coverage and services you
need to protect and build your co-op. Email us at strategicclientmanagement@cooperators.ca to learn more.
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