A co-op is a business or organization, started by a group of people, that provides a good or service they want.
Co-operatives First has two main goals: to teach people about co-ops, and help people in Western Canada to start them.
We have resources to help you get a co-op started on your own. These tools provide guidance, templates, and instructions on how to start a co-op, and lead you through the process of creating a business plan.
Co-operatives First supports Indigenous peoples and communities to explore the co-operative model and how it might help achieve their economic, social, cultural, or environmental goals.
