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Canada
Canada
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Banking and InsuranceAnnual report from Canada’s Co-operators highlights climate friendly initiatives
The insurer, which says it is currently 100% carbon neutral in its operations, has been investing in a number of climate initiatives
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EnvironmentRecord number of Canadian housing co-ops in line for small grants for green projects
Sector apex CHF Canada will allocate over $160,000 to help co-ops launch sustainability projects such as community gardens, rainwater collection and energy efficiency
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EducationCo-op experts turn to YouTube to release film on their alternative economic model
'Building a better economy: a film about co-ops', was written and produced by Tom Webb from Global Co-operation Inc
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LegalTrouble at John Lewis casts new urgency on question of mutuals reform
'The challenges facing John Lewis only underline the limited capital-raising options for successful, sustainable co-op and mutual businesses'
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PoliticsCo-operatives and Mutuals Canada responds to federal budget
Chrystia Freeland's budget includes measures which could benefit community co-ops or those in the agriculture, green technology and energy sectors
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EconomyReport highlights economic impact of Canadian co-operatives and mutuals
The sector contributed CA$49.2bn to the country’s GDP in 2019, and provides 592,000 full-time jobs
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HousingVancouver property management business launches housing co-op for staff
'For certain people the co-op model is what works well and what helps them feel like they're part of a community'
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YouthCanada’s Co-operators names winners of its annual award for young leaders
'Engaging with this outstanding group of changemakers from across Canada through our leadership academy is an honour'
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AgricultureCanadian agri-food co-op Sollio Cooperative Group reports CA$337.5m loss
'Every decision is considered in light of the current situation and the future, and decisions are taken in order to return to the path of profitability'
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EnvironmentCircular economy strategies and business models resonate with co-ops in Quebec
Co-ops can help embed of circular economy practices in a strongly sustainable manner, says a study from HEC Montreal
