Co-operative businesses have an important economic role to play in generating jobs and growth in communities across Canada. Existing in every sector of the economy, co-operatives provide needed infrastructure, goods and services to Canadians. In 2020, Canadian co-operatives generated $48.6 billion in total revenue, held $44.3 billion in total assets, employed 100,987 people, and paid $2.6 billion in salaries and wages.
Services and information
Information Guide on Co-operatives
Everything you need to know about co-operatives, types of co-operatives and other frequently asked questions.
Creating and maintaining a co-operative
Creating, operating and making changes to a co-operative in Canada.
Kinds of co-operatives
Examples and the differences between the various kinds of co-operatives.
Research and reports
Annual data and research about co-operatives in Canada.
Features
Online training on co-ops in Canada
Learn more about why people start co-ops, how they are created, and their impact on the Canadian economy.