Why is Understanding Power Essential for Advancing Equity and Inclusion?

In order to move towards equity, it is important to take note of power in an organization.

ACCA, DiversityJohn VandenbeldMay 19, 2023ACCA

Call for Board of Directors Nominations - Deadline May 24

We're looking for passionate, engaged ACCA members to join the ACCA Board. Submit a nomination before the May 24 deadline!

ACCAJohn VandenbeldApril 27, 2023ACCA

ACCA AGM 2023 - New Date June 1

The date for the 2023 ACCA Annual General Meeting has been changed - the new date is Thursday, June 1. The time - 9:30-11:30 am MST - is unchanged.

ACCA, AGMJohn VandenbeldApril 27, 2023ACCA, annual general meeting, New time, Revised, cooperativecs, cooperatives, coops, co-ops, Alberta

April Government Relations Update

As Alberta prepares for a provincial election, we await what each party says regarding co-operatives.

ACCA Welcomes Corinne Remple as Interim Executive Director

Alberta & Community Co-operative Association (ACCA) is pleased to welcome Corinne Remple as Interim Executive Director.

ACCAJohn VandenbeldApril 25, 2023ACCA, New ED, Announcement

Why is it important to check your privilege?

On March 23 the Equity and Inclusion in Co-ops Community of Practice met. Our topic and focus of discussion was centered on Positionality.

ACCA, DiversityJohn VandenbeldApril 6, 2023acca, ACCA, Privilege, EDI, JEDDI, Inclusion, Diversity

ACCA Executive Director Resigns

The Board of Directors for Alberta Community & Co-operative Association (ACCA) has received and accepted a letter of resignation from Paul Cabaj as Executive Director.

ACCAJohn VandenbeldApril 5, 2023ACCA, Resignation, Paul Cabaj

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