Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives
@coopstudies.bsky.social
Est. in 1984, the CCSC is an interdisciplinary research and teaching center at the University of Saskatchewan that explores the transformative potential of co-operatives to address social, economic, and environmental challenges.
The recording of our most recent Co-op Conversation, “Exploring the Impact of Co-operative Youth Education Programs in Canada – The Perspectives of Alumni” featuring @icantstanyu.bsky.social is now available on our Youtube channel. Click below to watch the talk! youtu.be/zVzg1YaWbxg?...
Co-op Conversation - Exploring the Impact of Co-op Youth Education Programs - Perspectives of Alumni
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December 11, 2025 at 8:05 PM
The recording of our most recent Co-op Conversation, “Exploring the Impact of Co-operative Youth Education Programs in Canada – The Perspectives of Alumni” featuring @icantstanyu.bsky.social is now available on our Youtube channel. Click below to watch the talk! youtu.be/zVzg1YaWbxg?...
Check out the new Diefenbaker Canada Centre's online exhibit for Community Powered! Explore new historical photos, stories, and connections to co-ops across the world!
For the optimal viewing experience use a desktop computer.
Visit here: viewer.pandasuite.com/gVEbjvF5
For the optimal viewing experience use a desktop computer.
Visit here: viewer.pandasuite.com/gVEbjvF5
December 10, 2025 at 2:02 PM
Check out the new Diefenbaker Canada Centre's online exhibit for Community Powered! Explore new historical photos, stories, and connections to co-ops across the world!
For the optimal viewing experience use a desktop computer.
Visit here: viewer.pandasuite.com/gVEbjvF5
For the optimal viewing experience use a desktop computer.
Visit here: viewer.pandasuite.com/gVEbjvF5
Join us for our next Co-op Conversation on January 7, 2026, featuring Mary Nirlungayuk of Arctic Co-operatives Limited and her talk, "Developing an International Indigenous Co-operative Network".
Register to this free online talk here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register to this free online talk here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
December 9, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Join us for our next Co-op Conversation on January 7, 2026, featuring Mary Nirlungayuk of Arctic Co-operatives Limited and her talk, "Developing an International Indigenous Co-operative Network".
Register to this free online talk here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register to this free online talk here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
📅 Saturday, December 13 | 12:00–4:30 PM
📍 Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Join us for Family Fun Day celebrating the Community Powered: Celebrating Canadian Co-operatives exhibition!
Sign up here: diefenbaker.usask.ca/exhibits/vis...
📍 Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Join us for Family Fun Day celebrating the Community Powered: Celebrating Canadian Co-operatives exhibition!
Sign up here: diefenbaker.usask.ca/exhibits/vis...
December 8, 2025 at 7:36 PM
📅 Saturday, December 13 | 12:00–4:30 PM
📍 Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Join us for Family Fun Day celebrating the Community Powered: Celebrating Canadian Co-operatives exhibition!
Sign up here: diefenbaker.usask.ca/exhibits/vis...
📍 Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Join us for Family Fun Day celebrating the Community Powered: Celebrating Canadian Co-operatives exhibition!
Sign up here: diefenbaker.usask.ca/exhibits/vis...
Join us for the 11th Annual MacPherson Talk with Dr. Marie Bouchard, a leading voice in social and solidarity economy (SSE) research, social innovation, and co-operative studies.
Location: Online and in-person
When: December 17 4:00-5:30 PM CST
Register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Location: Online and in-person
When: December 17 4:00-5:30 PM CST
Register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
December 5, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Join us for the 11th Annual MacPherson Talk with Dr. Marie Bouchard, a leading voice in social and solidarity economy (SSE) research, social innovation, and co-operative studies.
Location: Online and in-person
When: December 17 4:00-5:30 PM CST
Register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Location: Online and in-person
When: December 17 4:00-5:30 PM CST
Register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
It's almost time for our next Co-op Conversation! Join us for an exploration of co-op youth programs which have shaped thousands of young Canadians by building leadership and teamwork.
When: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
When: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
December 1, 2025 at 3:11 PM
It's almost time for our next Co-op Conversation! Join us for an exploration of co-op youth programs which have shaped thousands of young Canadians by building leadership and teamwork.
When: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
When: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
November 24, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
The recording of the 2025 Fredeen Lecture featuring Candice Minott MPP, MBA and her talk, "Moral Suasion as a Policy Tool: How Effective are Ethical Appeals in Advancing TRC #92 and UNDRIP in Saskatchewan Credit Unions?" is now available. Click below to watch the talk!👇 youtu.be/4Ag3ZE6Z04M?...
The 2025 Fredeen Lecture - Moral Suasion as a Policy Tool featuring Candice Minott
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November 28, 2025 at 4:25 PM
The recording of the 2025 Fredeen Lecture featuring Candice Minott MPP, MBA and her talk, "Moral Suasion as a Policy Tool: How Effective are Ethical Appeals in Advancing TRC #92 and UNDRIP in Saskatchewan Credit Unions?" is now available. Click below to watch the talk!👇 youtu.be/4Ag3ZE6Z04M?...
The recording of "The Great Canadian Credit Union Merger Debate: A Conversation about the Future of Credit Unions" featuring credit union leaders from Conexus Credit Union,
Community Savings Credit Union, and Kootenay Savings Credit Union is now available.
youtu.be/arSMtzMaxks?...
Community Savings Credit Union, and Kootenay Savings Credit Union is now available.
youtu.be/arSMtzMaxks?...
The Great Canadian Credit Union Merger Debate: A Conversation about the Future of Credit Unions
YouTube video by coopstudies
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November 27, 2025 at 5:56 PM
The recording of "The Great Canadian Credit Union Merger Debate: A Conversation about the Future of Credit Unions" featuring credit union leaders from Conexus Credit Union,
Community Savings Credit Union, and Kootenay Savings Credit Union is now available.
youtu.be/arSMtzMaxks?...
Community Savings Credit Union, and Kootenay Savings Credit Union is now available.
youtu.be/arSMtzMaxks?...
For decades, co-op youth programs shaped thousands of young Canadians by building leadership, confidence, and teamwork. But what’s their long-term impact?
Join us: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Join us: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 26, 2025 at 3:30 PM
For decades, co-op youth programs shaped thousands of young Canadians by building leadership, confidence, and teamwork. But what’s their long-term impact?
Join us: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Join us: December 3rd from 12 to 1 CST via Zoom.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
CUISR is celebrating its 25th anniversary!
Please join us on THURSDAY, November 27, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Station 20 West, for an evening of reflection, connection, and celebration.
Register: forms.gle/82B31Mu7hhoS...
We look forward to sharing this special moment with you!
Please join us on THURSDAY, November 27, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Station 20 West, for an evening of reflection, connection, and celebration.
Register: forms.gle/82B31Mu7hhoS...
We look forward to sharing this special moment with you!
November 25, 2025 at 6:24 PM
CUISR is celebrating its 25th anniversary!
Please join us on THURSDAY, November 27, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Station 20 West, for an evening of reflection, connection, and celebration.
Register: forms.gle/82B31Mu7hhoS...
We look forward to sharing this special moment with you!
Please join us on THURSDAY, November 27, starting at 5:30 p.m. at Station 20 West, for an evening of reflection, connection, and celebration.
Register: forms.gle/82B31Mu7hhoS...
We look forward to sharing this special moment with you!
🎉𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙: 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 Family Fun Day Saturday, Dec 13, 12-4:30
Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
November 24, 2025 at 6:11 PM
🎉𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙: 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 Family Fun Day Saturday, Dec 13, 12-4:30
Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family—snacks, games, activities, and more! Powered by SK credit unions: Unity, Biggar, Luseland, & St. Gregor. #yxeevents #iyc2025 #coopyear
The 11th Annual MacPherson Talk features Dr. Marie J. Bouchard.
Date: December 17, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM CST
Where: Hybrid
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Date: December 17, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM CST
Where: Hybrid
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 24, 2025 at 2:35 PM
The 11th Annual MacPherson Talk features Dr. Marie J. Bouchard.
Date: December 17, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM CST
Where: Hybrid
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Date: December 17, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 5:30 PM CST
Where: Hybrid
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
It is an honour and pleasure to host Kelly Storie, Executive Director of La Siembra Worker Co-operative, to talk about their worker co-operative, and the importance and impact of fair trade on global food systems.
November 21, 2025 at 6:29 PM
It is an honour and pleasure to host Kelly Storie, Executive Director of La Siembra Worker Co-operative, to talk about their worker co-operative, and the importance and impact of fair trade on global food systems.
We hope you'll all join us for an exciting new Co-op Conversation to round out 2025!
When: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 12-1 CST
Where: On Zoom
How to register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
When: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 12-1 CST
Where: On Zoom
How to register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 19, 2025 at 8:08 PM
We hope you'll all join us for an exciting new Co-op Conversation to round out 2025!
When: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 12-1 CST
Where: On Zoom
How to register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
When: Wednesday, December 3
Time: 12-1 CST
Where: On Zoom
How to register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Be on the lookout for your personalized ‘Snapshot’ email from @CoopCMC next week or follow the link to update your information now: crm.canada.coop/en/civicrm/r...
CMC is updating their national database of co-operative enterprises. Help them keep it updated!
CMC is updating their national database of co-operative enterprises. Help them keep it updated!
CiviCRM | CMC CRM
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November 18, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Be on the lookout for your personalized ‘Snapshot’ email from @CoopCMC next week or follow the link to update your information now: crm.canada.coop/en/civicrm/r...
CMC is updating their national database of co-operative enterprises. Help them keep it updated!
CMC is updating their national database of co-operative enterprises. Help them keep it updated!
Join us for an energizing conversation tomorrow between 11 and 12 CST! In this event, we bring together executives from three of Canada’s leading credit unions to talk about how they think of the scale imperative and the future of credit unions.
Register at: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register at: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 17, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Join us for an energizing conversation tomorrow between 11 and 12 CST! In this event, we bring together executives from three of Canada’s leading credit unions to talk about how they think of the scale imperative and the future of credit unions.
Register at: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register at: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Join us on November 21st from 12:00 to 1:00 PM CST for an exciting Lunch & Learn! La Siembra Worker Co-operative is the first registered importer of fair trade certified cocoa and sugar in North America.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 14, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Join us on November 21st from 12:00 to 1:00 PM CST for an exciting Lunch & Learn! La Siembra Worker Co-operative is the first registered importer of fair trade certified cocoa and sugar in North America.
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Reminder that you can still visit the exhibit - Community Powered: Celebrating Canadian Co-operatives!
Exhibit Details:
Wednesday - Friday 12:00 - 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Exhibit Details:
Wednesday - Friday 12:00 - 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Diefenbaker Canada Centre
November 13, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Reminder that you can still visit the exhibit - Community Powered: Celebrating Canadian Co-operatives!
Exhibit Details:
Wednesday - Friday 12:00 - 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Exhibit Details:
Wednesday - Friday 12:00 - 4:30 PM (CST)
Location: Diefenbaker Canada Centre
Join in-person or online: 11th Annual 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗣𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 - Social and Solidarity Economy Research: Where We Are and Where We’re Going 𝘧𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 Dr. Marie J Bouchard. Dec. 17, 4-5:30pm CST. Register & learn more: lnkd.in/g3M4ixDK #SSE
November 12, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Join in-person or online: 11th Annual 𝗠𝗮𝗰𝗣𝗵𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗧𝗮𝗹𝗸 - Social and Solidarity Economy Research: Where We Are and Where We’re Going 𝘧𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 Dr. Marie J Bouchard. Dec. 17, 4-5:30pm CST. Register & learn more: lnkd.in/g3M4ixDK #SSE
Happy fall convocation day at @usask.ca! Today, we have the pleasure of celebrating this monumental achievement alongside JSGS graduates with a special nod to Candice Minott - current Fredeen Scholar and co-operative scholar - who has completed her Master of Public Policy.
November 12, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Happy fall convocation day at @usask.ca! Today, we have the pleasure of celebrating this monumental achievement alongside JSGS graduates with a special nod to Candice Minott - current Fredeen Scholar and co-operative scholar - who has completed her Master of Public Policy.
A reminder that our "The Great Canadian Credit Union Merger Debate: A Conversation about the Future of Credit Unions" is coming up on Tuesday, November 18 at 11AM CST! Don't miss out on this popular event!
Register to this free online event here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register to this free online event here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 12, 2025 at 3:20 PM
A reminder that our "The Great Canadian Credit Union Merger Debate: A Conversation about the Future of Credit Unions" is coming up on Tuesday, November 18 at 11AM CST! Don't miss out on this popular event!
Register to this free online event here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Register to this free online event here: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
We are excited to present our annual Fredeen Lecture! Candice Minott will explore how two credit unions have integrated the TRC's Call to Action #92 and UNDRIP into their governance.
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM (CST)
To register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM (CST)
To register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
November 10, 2025 at 7:35 PM
We are excited to present our annual Fredeen Lecture! Candice Minott will explore how two credit unions have integrated the TRC's Call to Action #92 and UNDRIP into their governance.
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM (CST)
To register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
Date: Thursday, November 20, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 2:00 PM (CST)
To register: uregina.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
🎉𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙: 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 Family Fun Day Saturday Nov.1, 12-4:30 at the Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family! Powered by @cornerstonecusk.bsky.social, Conexus Credit Union, and Synergy Credit Union! tinyurl.com/communitypoweredexhibit
November 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
🎉𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙋𝙤𝙬𝙚𝙧𝙚𝙙: 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘾𝙤-𝙤𝙥𝙚𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙫𝙚𝙨 Family Fun Day Saturday Nov.1, 12-4:30 at the Diefenbaker Canada Centre in Saskatoon! Free fun for the whole family! Powered by @cornerstonecusk.bsky.social, Conexus Credit Union, and Synergy Credit Union! tinyurl.com/communitypoweredexhibit
This week, we are attending the Alberta Community Co-operative Association’s 2025 Conference in Edmonton. The theme “Next is Now: Together We Build” couldn’t be more appropriate. Looking forward to all the learnings these next couple of days!
November 4, 2025 at 5:58 PM
This week, we are attending the Alberta Community Co-operative Association’s 2025 Conference in Edmonton. The theme “Next is Now: Together We Build” couldn’t be more appropriate. Looking forward to all the learnings these next couple of days!