The afternoon of Day One was packed with inspiration and connection.
Being a Co-operative Leader: Co-ops, Coffee, and Conversation
Introduced by Gael MacLeod from @calgarycoop and featuring Bob Fink, Kirsten Holt, Stan Yu, Audra Krueger, and Vik Maraj.
Driving the Co-op Conversation: ACCA’s Year in Motion
Presented by Corinne Remple and Rebecca McKnight, highlighting the Co-op Connection Tour and @business.not.as.usual campaign.
Member Spotlight #2: CSS Pension Plan – Tami Dove
Scalable Member Experience for Co-operatives: Lessons from CSS.
A full day of ideas, collaboration, and co-operative leadership in action.
#AlbertaCoops #TogetherWeBuild #AlbertaCooperativeConference #CoopLeaders #CommunityImpact
We are moving through the full day of the Alberta Co-operative Conference with energy and inspiration.
Thank you to Candace Kline from @northcentralcoop for introducing Session Two: Chris Hancock, The State of Rural Water Co-ops: Research Outcomes, Challenges and Next Steps.
Following that, Joanna Croissant from @co_operators introduced Session Three: Dr. Martin Boucher, Scaling Community Power: Reflections on Founding Community Energy Cooperative Canada
Our sector is learning, connecting, and building the future of community power in Alberta and beyond.
#AlbertaCoops #AlbertaCooperativeConference #TogetherWeBuild #CoopLeaders #CommunityPower
A fully engrossed crowd for our keynote with David Coletto from @abacusdatacanada .
From Scarcity to Precarity... and What it Means for Alberta’s Co-operatives offered meaningful insight into economic shifts, changing expectations, and the future of leadership in the co-operative sector.
Thank you to Tina Marleau from @acesignup Alberta Co-operative Energy (ACE), our principal Legacy Builder, for introducing our keynote and grounding us in the importance of co-op leadership here in Alberta.
#AlbertaCoops #NextIsNow #TogetherWeBuild #AlbertaCooperativeConference
The 2025 Alberta Co-operative Conference is underway, and our opening sessions set the tone for an exciting future.
We began with Bob Fink from @ufacooperative , introducing Stan Yu and alumni from CCSC as they explored the impact of youth co-operative education across Canada.
Then our first Member Spotlight featured Ayanna Inniss, the Executive Director of NACHA and Kyle White from @cooperativesfirst . They shared how Community Land Trusts are shaping the next chapter of co-op housing in Alberta.
Inspiring conversations. Real solutions. Future leaders rising.
#AlbertaCoops #NextIsNow #TogetherWeBuild #AlbertaCooperativeConference #CoopsAreChangemakers
The 2025 Alberta Co‑operative Conference has officially kicked off!
Today, we welcomed our incredible community with Opening Remarks and set the stage for collaboration, innovation, and action.
Follow along as we explore how co‑operatives can lead in a changing world, build intergenerational connections and put ideas into action.
Learn more on the website. The link is in our bio.
Next is now, together we build.
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Next is Now. Together, We Learn. We Grow. We Build.
Across Alberta, co-operatives are shaping stronger communities and it all comes together at the 2025 Alberta Co-operative Conference.
November 3–5, 2025 • Edmonton, AB
Register now at acca.coop/conferences/2025
Use Discount Code COOPSARECHANGEMAKERS for $50 off your registration
Hurry! Only a limited number of discount codes are available.
We’re hitting the road for the Co-op Connection Tour. A series of events bringing Alberta’s co-operative and credit union leaders together to build, grow, and learn.
Join us to explore how co-operation drives innovation, strengthens communities, and builds a better future for Alberta.
Learn more and register:
https://www.acca.coop/coop-connection-tour #CoopConnectionTour #NextIsNow #AlbertaCoops #CooperationWorks #BuildGrowLearn #CoopsAreChangemakers
Happy Thanksgiving
Today we celebrate community, gratitude, and connection.
Thank you to our members, partners, and everyone who contributes to the strength of Alberta’s co-operative network.
Wishing you a warm and restful long weekend.
The 2025 Alberta Co-operative Conference brings together co-operative leaders, innovators, and changemakers to explore what’s next for the co-operative movement.
November 3–5, 2025 • Edmonton, AB
Be part of it — register today!
#CoopConference2025 #NextIsNow #TogetherWeBuild #coopsarechangemakers #AlbertaCoops
Recognize the leaders who inspire, innovate, and strengthen Alberta’s co-operative sector. The Alberta Co-operative Leadership Awards are open for nominations.
✔️ Celebrate changemakers
✔️ Honour co-operative values
✔️ Share their impact
Visit the link in bio to nominate.
Meet our keynote speaker: Dr. David Coletto @david_coletto )!
He’s the Founder & CEO of @abacusdatacanada and a recognized leader in public opinion research. Expect evidence-driven insights on generational change, consumer behaviour, and strategic leadership.
Get ready! This keynote is one for the books.
Nov 3–5, 2025 — Edmonton
Link in bio to register
Strong communities start with smart investments.
When you invest local, you support Alberta-based co-ops and social purpose organizations that give back, create jobs, and reflect community values.
Co-operative capital. Community bonds. ODCs.
Let’s put money where it matters.
Link in bio to learn how
