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Co-ops rally for workers this May Day

We hear from the US Federation of Worker Cooperatives, Europe's Cecop and the UK's workers.coop

Humboldt Cooperative announces record results – and name change

The co-op, part of Western Canada’s Co-operative Retailing System, shared the news at its AGM

US credit unions step up lobbying efforts ahead of 2027 federal budget

Sector bodies are rallying to the defence of the CDFI budget, which is again under attack…

NCBA Clusa chief presses case for home-care co-ops

Rural America’s healthcare crisis cannot be solved by the market alone, argues Doug O'Brien

Federated Co-operatives plans $150m upgrade to refinery complex

Work will focus on dismantling, repairing, maintaining and upgrading various sections at the complex

New branding for BC credit union as it moves to federal regulation

First West Credit Union has changed its name to Tru Cooperative Bank

Alberta provincial government to invest $9m in seed co-ops

'Farmer-owned local seed co-operatives play an integral role in ensuring seeds and crops are pest and…

Co-op banking of the African diaspora has implications beyond finance

A study of the informal co-op banks and rotating savings and credit associations (Roscas) used by…

Navy Federal makes Fortune 100 list of best businesses to work for

The credit union says the placing reflects its 'unwavering commitment to fostering a people-first culture where…

Canada’s Vancity credit union reports sharp rise in profit to $70m

The Canadian lender is distributing $21m towards community initiatives and grants to advance affordable housing, equity…

USA’s National Co+op Grocers retains B Corp certification

'We are proud to be a member of the B Corp community, and to receive our…

Global co-op conference to take theme of a peaceful world

The International Cooperative Alliance and Cooperatives of the Americas co-host the event in Panama City in…