Taking place November 3, 4 & 5, 2025, this province-wide gathering will bring together co-operative leaders, innovators, and community builders from across Alberta and beyond.
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We’re excited to announce the theme for the 2025 Alberta Co-operative Conference: Next is Now – Together, We Build. As we plan this year’s event, we’re inviting you to help shape the sessions, speakers, and training opportunities. Your input will help build a conference that reflects the innovation, leadership, and impact of Alberta’s co-op sector.
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A thriving co-operative sector is built through connection, collaboration, and collective action—values at the heart of the Legacy Builder Campaign. Bringing people together, amplifying co-op success, and ensuring a vibrant future for our sector and the communities in which we live, work, and play.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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As in past years, the conference, a leading event in the sector, culminates in the Elected Officials Reception and the Co-operative Awards, a unique evening dedicated to fostering relationships, celebrating excellence, and strengthening connections between ACCA members, legislative representatives, co-operatives, and co-operators.
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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.
This session will demonstrate how local co-operatives can serve as powerful mechanisms for economic development, showcasing best practices and emphasizing the role of supportive government policies at all levels. Join us for a thought-provoking discussion on fostering community-led solutions that can make a difference.