By establishing a co-operative, you can work with others to produce goods and services in your community, for your community. Learn more from Co–operatives First about building a co-op your way, together.
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The co-operative model is helping many Indigenous groups and entrepreneurs achieve their economic, social, cultural, and environmental goals.
Why a co–op?
A co-operative is often about people coming together to meet a common need – what need can you serve in your home community that will benefit your people and future generations? Consider starting a co–op!
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Do you want to make a living your way? Grow your home community and its local economy? Co-operatives First offers free guidance and resources to start your own co-operative on-Nation.
Success Stories
Find out how the Kici Anishinabek Kananakachiwewat Community Service Co-operative is working to preserve and instill pride in their language culture, while providing sustainable benefits for their people and future generations.
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At Co-operatives First, our team members grew up in rural and Indigenous communities, and we’re passionate about helping them thrive. We’d love to hear from you.