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

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, Government RelationsJohn VandenbeldApril 26, 2023ACCA, GR, Politics, Cooperatives, Alberta, Elections, Government Relatoins, Government Relations

GR Update - January 2023

Read what we’ve been doing to advocate on your behalf to decision makers.

ACCASeth LeonJanuary 19, 2023ACCA, Alberta, Legislation, Alberta Legislature

Government Relations Update - September2022

Summertime for elected officials is usually filled up with attending events, and community BBQs. This year is different, as election events have taken center stage.

ACCA, Government RelationsJohn VandenbeldSeptember 18, 2022ACCA, government relations, UCP Leadership race 2022, UCP candidates, Politics, Alberta, co-ops, cooperatives

Alberta Budget 2022 - ACCA Response

Alberta co-operatives employ over 15,000 people in every corner of our province and collectively contribute billions of dollars into the Alberta economy. The ACCA would welcome the opportunity to present the business case for collaborative investment in the sector and become a key stakeholder in future budgetary discussions.

ACCA, Government RelationsJohn VandenbeldMarch 1, 2022Budget 2022, ACCA, alberta co-operative association, Alberta Legislature, Coops, Alberta