March 2026 Newsletter

Volume 18 Issue 3

A THOUGHTFUL LEADERSHIP TRANSITION AT CWCF — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR SEARCH BEGINS

The Canadian Worker Co-operative Federation is beginning the search for its next Executive Director.

This recruitment is part of a planned leadership transition. Our current Executive Director will remain in the role for approximately six months to support onboarding and continuity as CWCF moves into its next phase. This role offers the opportunity to help shape national movement infrastructure, deepen partnerships across the co-operative ecosystem, and support the growth of democratic workplaces.

We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and regions who are motivated by building a fairer and more resilient economy.

Learn more and apply!

TRANSITION DE LEADERSHIP RÉFLÉCHIE À LA FCCT — DÉBUT DU PROCESSUS DE RECRUTEMENT DE LA DIRECTION GÉNÉRALE

La Fédération canadienne des coopératives de travail (FCCT) est à la recherche de sa prochaine direction générale.

Ce recrutement s’inscrit dans le cadre d’une transition planifiée au sein de la direction. Notre directrice générale actuelle restera en poste pendant environ six mois afin d’assurer la transition et la continuité, alors que la FCCT entame sa prochaine phase.

Le nouveau plan stratégique de la FCCT vise à renforcer la Fédération, à accroître le soutien concret aux coopératives de travail et à bâtir un mouvement plus connecté et inclusif à travers le Canada.Ce poste offre l’occasion de contribuer à façonner l’infrastructure du mouvement national, d’approfondir les partenariats au sein de l’écosystème coopératif et de soutenir la croissance de milieux de travail démocratiques.

Nous encourageons les candidatures de personnes de tous horizons et de toutes régions qui sont motivées par la construction d’une économie plus juste et plus résiliente.

Pour en savoir plus et postuler!

From the CWCF Blog

CO-OP NEWS OUTLETS SEEK TO ADDRESS CRISIS FACING THE NEWS MEDIA

While not a silver bullet, co-op news outlets can still play an important role in addressing the industry's challenges.

Photo by Ashni on Unsplash

DID YOU KNOW?

Are you interested in helping choose the theme for CWCF's 2026 virtual Conference? The Conference Planning Committee is meeting April 9 at 1:30 pm ET and would value your input. Please email CWCF Executive Assistant Chloë Williams if you'd like to attend.

Worker Co-op Profile

CONFLICT ENGAGEMENT WORKER CO-OP LIVES ITS VALUES THROUGH THE MODEL

The Co-op emerged from its members’ wish for a model that reflected their broader philosophy.

Worker Co-op News

IN CANADA

Webinar: Keeping it Local: Co-ops as a Succession Plan for SMEs, March 24 at 12 pm ET.

CMC/CHF Webinar: Canadians Want Stability - Cooperatives Deliver It, March 25 at 1 pm ET.

Applications for Saint Mary's University's Graduate Diploma in Co-operative Management and Master of Management, Co-operatives and Credit Unions programs are due May 31.

Group hopes to launch network of video game co-operatives in Atlantic Canada.

INTERNATIONALLY

Making Sense of AI in the Co-operative Movement webinar series: April 10, 17, and 24 at 10 am ET.

US Federation of Worker Co-ops calls for commitment to labour neutrality.

The Canadian Worker Co-operative Federation (CWCF) is a national, bilingual grassroots membership organization of and for worker

co-operatives, related types of co-operatives (multi-stakeholder co-ops), and organizations that support the growth and development of worker co-operatives. CWCF's e-newsletter is available free of charge to anyone with an e-mail address and an interest in worker co-operative developments in Canada. Please send comments, suggestions, or news about your co-op to:

Kenzie Love

Editor of the CWCF Newsletter

admin@canadianworker.coop

(403) 276-8250

La Fédération canadienne des coopératives de travail (FCCT) est une organisation issue de la base, pancanadienne et bilingue. En son cœur se trouvent les coops qu’elle sert (coopératives de travail, de solidarité et de travailleuses et travailleurs actionnaires) ainsi que les organismes qui soutiennent la croissance et le rayonnement du modèle coopératif. L’infolettre de la FCCT est offerte gratuitement à toute personne disposant d’une adresse courriel et souhaitant en savoir davantage sur le développement des coopératives de travail au Canada. Veuillez soumettre vos commentaires, vos suggestions ou des nouvelles de votre coopérative aux coordonnées suivantes :

Kenzie Love

Rédacteur en chef de l’infolettre de la FCCT

admin@canadianworker.coop

(403) 276-8250