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Show filtersCo-op Solutions report urges credit unions to adapt to changing consumer needs
The white paper, based on two surveys from EY and Mastercard, looked at the psychology behind…
Annual 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…
Filene Research Institute invites credit unions to join its innovation study
'It is vital that credit unions listen to and learn from their members so that they…
Record 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…
Co-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…
St Lucia’s co-ops ministry launches school mascot competition to promote sector
'The aim is to instil a renewed and heightened appreciation for the co-operative business model, its…
REI co-op donates US$40m to nonprofits working for a more equitable outdoors
Money from the retailer's Cooperative Action Fund will support organisations working to drive inclusion in outdoor…
USA’s National Co+op Grocers sets out its social and environmental impact
The Food Co-op Impact Report details the impact of its 159 members on sustainability, inclusive economy,…
US co-operative apex body NCBA CLUSA elects its board
Members re-elected Cornelius Blanding, Juan Fernandez, Esteban Kelly, Emma McCormick and Karen Zimbelman
Trouble 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…
More than a paycheque: How can co-ops offer a better future of work?
Worker-owned businesses in Cincinnati, the UK's Bright Future programme for modern slavery survivors and SEWA in…