2:00pm to 4:00pm
212 - 1737 West 3rd Ave

Preparation is more affordable than fixing things later. That is why we recommend that a good legal strategy is to get informed about what to look out for and what common pitfalls your co-op should avoid.

Avoiding Pitfalls, Planning for Potentials

Preparation is more affordable than fixing things later. That is why we recommend that the best legal strategy is to get informed about what to look out for and what common pitfalls your co-op should avoid. 

This workshop is an excellent introduction for co-op directors and managers into the common legal affairs facing co-ops. You’ll learn:

• what you need to know about the legal framework in which your co-op operates
• ways that you can minimize your risks
• where to find additional legal resources

The workshop will be led by a lawyer with experience working with co-operatives, and will enable you as a director or manager of a co-operative to build an understanding of common challenges and ways to work around them.

An important note

While this workshop will be led by a legal professional, it is intended to be an introduction and overview of common legal issues and ways for co-ops to plan so that they don’t become problems. If your co-op needs specific legal advice, the BCCA can help connect you to a lawyer who may be able to help.

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Attend in-person or via teleconference.

If you can't make it to the workshop in person, BCCA training sessions are available by webinar or teleconference. We'll make it happen.

9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Time
United Steelworkers Hall
66 Brady St

Co-op Outreach Conferences - Connect your co-op. Build the movement.

Co-op Outreach Conferences are one-day conferences for those interested in co-operatives and the new sharing economy, as well as board, staff and members of co-ops of all kinds. The conferences are hosted by the Ontario Co-operative Association, often in partnership with other co-operatives and credit unions.

Building on their first regional conferences held during the International Year of Co-operatives in 2012, this is a chance for co-operators to get together and share tips, learn best practices from local and provincial examples, build a support network, and increase the visibility of the movement in their region. A part of their Co-op Development and Engagement strategic directions and plans, the conferences have several objectives:

• support and strengthen co-op development
• connect co-ops and credit unions
• create sustainable regional support networks and clusters
• facilitate the sharing of best practices and reciprocal mentoring
• develop co-op awareness outside of the sector
• increase member engagement
• build a unified co-op movement

Each conference features presentations with local success stories, and made-in-your-area solutions. Because co-ops are built to serve their unique communities, what works in one area won’t always work in another. In addition, they’ll talk about connecting your co-op to a new generation of members, introduce new advocacy tools, and outline simple steps to build a regional co-op network.

GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!  Register 2 or more people and receive a 20% discount!

Register now

Objectives:

1. Share co-op stories
2. Build knowledge and skills
3. Develop co-ops and co-op networks

Materials to review pre-meeting:

1. Proposed Agenda
2. Blueprint for a Co-operative Decade

9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Time
Lamplighter Inn
591 Wellington Rd

Co-op Outreach Conferences - Connect your co-op. Build the movement.

Co-op Outreach Conferences are one-day conferences for those interested in co-operatives and the new sharing economy, as well as board, staff and members of co-ops of all kinds. The conferences are hosted by the Ontario Co-operative Association, often in partnership with other co-operatives and credit unions.

Building on their first regional conferences held during the International Year of Co-operatives in 2012, this is a chance for co-operators to get together and share tips, learn best practices from local and provincial examples, build a support network, and increase the visibility of the movement in their region. A part of their Co-op Development and Engagement strategic directions and plans, the conferences have several objectives:

• support and strengthen co-op development
• connect co-ops and credit unions
• create sustainable regional support networks and clusters
• facilitate the sharing of best practices and reciprocal mentoring
• develop co-op awareness outside of the sector
• increase member engagement
• build a unified co-op movement

Each conference features presentations with local success stories, and made-in-your-area solutions. Because co-ops are built to serve their unique communities, what works in one area won’t always work in another. In addition, they’ll talk about connecting your co-op to a new generation of members, introduce new advocacy tools, and outline simple steps to build a regional co-op network.

GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!  Register 2 or more people and receive a 20% discount!

Register now

Objectives:

1. Share co-op stories
2. Build knowledge and skills
3. Develop co-ops and co-op networks

Materials to review pre-meeting:

1. Proposed Agenda
2. Blueprint for a Co-operative Decade

9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Time
Centre for Social Innovation
215 Spadina Ave

Co-op Outreach Conferences - Connect your co-op. Build the movement.

Co-op Outreach Conferences are one-day conferences for those interested in co-operatives and the new sharing economy, as well as board, staff and members of co-ops of all kinds. The conferences are hosted by the Ontario Co-operative Association, often in partnership with other co-operatives and credit unions.

Building on their first regional conferences held during the International Year of Co-operatives in 2012, this is a chance for co-operators to get together and share tips, learn best practices from local and provincial examples, build a support network, and increase the visibility of the movement in their region. A part of their Co-op Development and Engagement strategic directions and plans, the conferences have several objectives:

• support and strengthen co-op development
• connect co-ops and credit unions
• create sustainable regional support networks and clusters
• facilitate the sharing of best practices and reciprocal mentoring
• develop co-op awareness outside of the sector
• increase member engagement
• build a unified co-op movement

Each conference features presentations with local success stories, and made-in-your-area solutions. Because co-ops are built to serve their unique communities, what works in one area won’t always work in another. In addition, they’ll talk about connecting your co-op to a new generation of members, introduce new advocacy tools, and outline simple steps to build a regional co-op network.

GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!  Register 2 or more people and receive a 20% discount!

Register now

Objectives:

1. Share co-op stories
2. Build knowledge and skills
3. Develop co-ops and co-op networks

Materials to review pre-meeting:

1. Proposed Agenda
2. Blueprint for a Co-operative Decade

9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Time
Lock Three Museum/Viewing Centre
1932 Welland Canals Pkwy

Co-op Outreach Conferences - Connect your co-op. Build the movement.

Co-op Outreach Conferences are one-day conferences for those interested in co-operatives and the new sharing economy, as well as board, staff and members of co-ops of all kinds. The conferences are hosted by the Ontario Co-operative Association, often in partnership with other co-operatives and credit unions.

Building on their first regional conferences held during the International Year of Co-operatives in 2012, this is a chance for co-operators to get together and share tips, learn best practices from local and provincial examples, build a support network, and increase the visibility of the movement in their region. A part of their Co-op Development and Engagement strategic directions and plans, the conferences have several objectives:

• support and strengthen co-op development
• connect co-ops and credit unions
• create sustainable regional support networks and clusters
• facilitate the sharing of best practices and reciprocal mentoring
• develop co-op awareness outside of the sector
• increase member engagement
• build a unified co-op movement

Each conference features presentations with local success stories, and made-in-your-area solutions. Because co-ops are built to serve their unique communities, what works in one area won’t always work in another. In addition, they’ll talk about connecting your co-op to a new generation of members, introduce new advocacy tools, and outline simple steps to build a regional co-op network.

GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!  Register 2 or more people and receive a 20% discount!

Register now

Objectives:

1. Share co-op stories
2. Build knowledge and skills
3. Develop co-ops and co-op networks

Materials to review pre-meeting:

1. Proposed Agenda
2. Blueprint for a Co-operative Decade

9:30am to 4:00pm Eastern Time
Marriott Towne Suites
550 Harbour Expy

Co-op Outreach Conferences - Connect your co-op. Build the movement.

Co-op Outreach Conferences are one-day conferences for those interested in co-operatives and the new sharing economy, as well as board, staff and members of co-ops of all kinds. The conferences are hosted by the Ontario Co-operative Association, often in partnership with other co-operatives and credit unions.

Building on their first regional conferences held during the International Year of Co-operatives in 2012, this is a chance for co-operators to get together and share tips, learn best practices from local and provincial examples, build a support network, and increase the visibility of the movement in their region. A part of their Co-op Development and Engagement strategic directions and plans, the conferences have several objectives:

• support and strengthen co-op development
• connect co-ops and credit unions
• create sustainable regional support networks and clusters
• facilitate the sharing of best practices and reciprocal mentoring
• develop co-op awareness outside of the sector
• increase member engagement
• build a unified co-op movement

Each conference features presentations with local success stories, and made-in-your-area solutions. Because co-ops are built to serve their unique communities, what works in one area won’t always work in another. In addition, they’ll talk about connecting your co-op to a new generation of members, introduce new advocacy tools, and outline simple steps to build a regional co-op network.

GROUP DISCOUNTS AVAILABLE!  Register 2 or more people and receive a 20% discount!

Register now

Objectives:

1. Share co-op stories
2. Build knowledge and skills
3. Develop co-ops and co-op networks

Materials to review pre-meeting:

1. Proposed Agenda
2. Blueprint for a Co-operative Decade