Your commitment to the values of co-operation—voluntary participation, mutual support & shared responsibility—has been evident throughout this past year & will be even more vital in ensuring the success of these initiatives & fostering a thriving co-operative sector in Alberta for the year ahead.

Participate in the 2024 Survey on what issues the co-operative sector are facing!

Welcoming Heather Williams, the new Board Chair of ACCA. With over 20 years of co-operative leadership experience and a Master of Management from Saint Mary’s University, Heather brings expertise and vision to Alberta’s co-operative movement.

Discover the highlights and outcomes of the 2024 Alberta Co-operative Conference, themed "Moving Forward: From Us to What's Next." From inspiring sessions on storytelling and innovation to impactful discussions, this event celebrated the co-operative movement’s achievements and explored its future. Learn more about the power of co-operatives in Alberta and how to get involved.

Join Dr. Clark Banack, Director of the Alberta Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities (ACSRC), for a captivating overview of the March 2024 Final Report, Innovative Uses of the Co-op Model and Rural Economic Development Opportunities in Alberta and Beyond, at the upcoming Alberta Co-operative Conference on November 5 and 6th.

Strengthen your co-op’s financial foundations with Servus Credit Union. ACCA members can book a meeting with Servus for personalized financial advice and enter to win a $100 Gift Card. Don’t miss this opportunity—set up your meeting by December 31, 2024.

The Alberta Community and Co-operative Association (ACCA) is excited to announce that Premier Danielle Smith will once again attend the 2024 Alberta Co-operative Conference, serving as a key speaker during the evening reception. Her participation underscores the importance of the co-operative movement in Alberta and its role in driving community and economic growth. 

Celebrating 2024 Co-op Week!