Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada
CMC is proud to represent the co-operative and mutualist movement nationally. Become one of our members and obtain resources, research and representation of your interest with the federal entities.
Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada (CMC) has developed a free Advocacy Guide to support individuals and organizations in engaging and connecting with elected officials and public servants following the April 28th election and to further your advocacy efforts. The guide is especially useful for those new to public affairs or without dedicated advocacy resources. It offers practical tools to help ring awareness to the co-op and mutual movement and work toward shared goals.
International Year of Co-operatives
CMC intends to make the most of 2025, with its four different strategies which will drive its activities in the next year. CMC will leverage this very special occasion by:
Enabling Canadian co-operatives to create a better world by ensuring government policies and other frameworks acknowledge and support them,
Increasing awareness of the co-operative model and sector,
Showcasing how Canadian co-operatives are creating a better world,
Enabling the Canadian co-operative movement’s innovation and world-changing potential by serving as a convener and a knowledge hub.
CMC and Government Relations
As a part of its purpose, CMC regularly advocates for the co-operative and mutual sector at the federal level to ensure the ecosystem’s voice is being heard. Furthermore, CMC monitors federal government activities, funding announcements and emerging issues. It also regularly meets with Members of Parliament, Senators, political staff, departmental officials, and other public policy leaders to discuss sector priorities and to raise awareness on opportunities and concerns. CMC also works with its Members and partners to keep them informed and engaged.
Our latest blog posts
Dan’s Adventures with Ghanaian Co-operators – August 2025
From 13 to 26 August 2025, CMC was delighted to help showcase the Canadian co-operative mouvement, by coordinating a study tour for a delegation of...
Strengthening the Impact of Co-operation in Canada
CMC’s pre-budget brief for 2025—now before the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance and the Department of Finance—sets out 12 strategic,...
Dan’s Adventures: Vacations and Conferences – July 2025
In July, Dan Brunette took advantage of his well-deserved vacation to visit the Coop de solidarité en soins de santé Thurso, in Quebec. This...
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