Matters that Matter: The Valuable Contribution of Co-ops and Credit Unions

As Co-op Week approaches, it's the perfect time to take a moment to reflect on the substantial numbers and invaluable contributions of co-operatives and credit unions in Alberta. These member-centric organizations are a hallmark of resilience and pivotal players in Alberta's diverse and vibrant economy.

ACCA, Co-op WeekCorinne RempleOctober 14, 2023Co-operatives, Credit Unions, Alberta, Economic Resilience, Member-Centric Approach, Diversification, Local Needs, Alberta Cooperative and Credit Union Association, inflation, community growth

Peace Energy Co-operative Teams Up with CIS to Raise Capital for Solar Power Project

Peace Energy Co-operative partners with Community Investment Solutions (CIS) to secure funding for their multi-million dollar solar power generation project in the Peace River area. Discover how this collaboration aims to advance renewable energy in Western Canada.

ACCA, Shared Services, Government RelationsCorinne RempleSeptember 9, 2023Peace Energy Co-operative, Solar Power Generation Project, Community Investment Solutions, Renewable Energy Development, Peace River, Capital Raising, Prairies Economic Development Canada, Co-operatives, Community-based Businesses, Sustainable Energy, Alberta Renewable Energy, Investment Banking Services

Government Relations Update - March 2023

Just over a year ago ACCA established an in-house Government Relations team. Since then, we’ve made progress to advance the interests of members and advocate for the sector as whole.

ACCA, Government RelationsJohn VandenbeldMarch 21, 2023ACCA, GR, Alberta Legislature, Co-operatives, Advocary, Business, Co-ops

Co-op Awards 2022 - Deadline extended until October 7

The deadline to nominate outstanding, innovative and inspiring co-operative or co-operators for one of four Co-op Awards has been extended to October 6!

ACCAJohn VandenbeldOctober 3, 2022ACCA, Coop Awards, Co-op Awards, Coop Excellence, Celebrating Coops, The Gathering, Coops, Co-operatives, Cooperatives

The Gathering 2022 - Registration Now Open!

Registration is now open for The Gathering 2022 - the annual event where co-operators and allies get together to connect, share information, and collaboratively envision the future of co-operatives. We hope you can attend!

ACCA, GatheringJohn VandenbeldSeptember 14, 2022ACCA, The Gathering, ACCA The Gathering, Conference, Event, Co-operatives

GR Update - May 2022

The last month has been an exciting time for our government relations efforts. While we are very optimistic at this point, we still have a lot of work ahead of us.

ACCA, Government RelationsJohn VandenbeldMay 19, 2022ACCA, government relations, Co-operatives, Bill 21, Red tape reduction, Advocacy for co-ops, Co-op investment

Changes to Bill 21 - Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act

Bill 21, the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2022, was introduced in the Alberta Legislative Assembly on April 25, 2022 The ACCA is happy to see the changes to both the Cooperatives Act and the Rural Utilities Act within Bill 21.

ACCA, Government RelationsJohn VandenbeldApril 27, 2022ACCA, Government of Alberta, Legislation, Bill 21, Co-operatives, Co-op Business

Six Reasons Why You Should Start a Co-operative Business

Starting a Business? Have you considered the co-operative business model? You should!

ACCAJohn VandenbeldApril 5, 2022ACCA, business, startup, Business, Starting a Business, Co-operatives