The co-operative business model combines the best of small business ownership and a corporation. It often…
Choosing a co-op type is an important step in developing a co-op. Co-operative businesses use a…
When forming a co-operative, there are often more people to work with and more ideas to…
The foundation for any co-operative is its shareholders (often called “members”). Shareholders can support their co-op…
Hosting a meeting can be a daunting task, but early meetings are key to a successful…
Building consensus in a co-operative business can be important for its sustainability, especially in the early…
Many business owners who are thinking about retirement want to make a succession plan. CIBC estimates…