{"id":249097,"date":"2025-12-19T12:49:47","date_gmt":"2025-12-19T17:49:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canada.coop\/?post_type=mec-events&#038;p=249097"},"modified":"2026-06-07T13:09:47","modified_gmt":"2026-06-07T17:09:47","slug":"cmc-congress-2026","status":"publish","type":"mec-events","link":"https:\/\/canada.coop\/en\/events\/cmc-congress-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"CMC Congress 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Congress 2026 is set to be a landmark gathering.<\/strong>&nbsp;As Canada continues to navigate rapid economic change, CMC is embracing this moment to&nbsp;showcase&nbsp;how our sector is building resilient economies grounded in community well\u2011being.&nbsp;Under the theme&nbsp;<strong>\u201cPower the Economy,\u201d<\/strong>&nbsp;Congress 2026 will highlight how co\u2011operatives strengthen local economies while supporting the prosperity and stability of communities across the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From leading voices in economic development to&nbsp;sessions&nbsp;and&nbsp;workshops&nbsp;exploring emerging business and social trends, storytelling and advocacy, Congress 2026 will equip attendees with the insight and energy needed to help shape a more inclusive, innovative, and future\u2011ready economy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>\u201cPower the Economy\u201d <\/strong>emphasizes&nbsp;the&nbsp;vital role&nbsp;of co-operatives&nbsp;in driving sustainable economic growth and uplifting communities.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">CMC\u2019s Congress 2026 will take place at York University from June 8 to 10, 2026.. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">June 8 \u2013 Partner &amp; Affinity Group Day<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Canadian Association for Studies in Co-operation (Starting on June 7)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Canadian Black Co-operators Network<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Co-op Developers Gathering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>CoopZone (AGM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ontario Co-operative Association (AGM)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indigenous Co-op Gathering<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Youth Gathering (under 35 only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Network of Provincial and Territorial Associations (invitation only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Co-operators Young Leaders 2026 cohort (invitation-only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">June 9 \u2013 Main Congress Day &amp; Awards Gala<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">June 10 \u2013 AGM &amp; Co-op Tours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>AGM (morning)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tours anchored by Co-operators (Guelph) and Gay Lea Foods (Toronto).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Locations<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Accolade East &#8211;&nbsp;<em>83 York Boulevard (Partner Day, excluding CASC, and Main Day Sessions)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acc-schulichexecutiveconferencecentre.com\/dining\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Dining | Schulich School of Business York University<\/a> <em>111 Ian MacDonald Blvd, Toronto (Reception, lunches and gala)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.acc-schulichexecutiveconferencecentre.com\/contact\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Schulich Hotel and Conference Centre<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">York University, 56 Fine Arts Road (4700 Keele Street)<br>Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Registrations are now closed. <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registration for the 2026 Congress has officially closed. However, there may still be some options to explore. We invite you to contact Daniel Brunette at dbrunette@canada.coop or at 613-915-2846 to discuss further.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CMC Congress 2026 Agenda<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">View this year&#8217;s Congress agenda.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/canada.coop\/wp-content\/uploads\/CMC-Congress-Agenda-Congres-CMC.pdf\"><strong>Agenda<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sponsorship Package<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our sponsorship package is now available! Become a Congress 2026 sponsor and show our attendees your commitment to a sustainable co-operative future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/canada.coop\/wp-content\/uploads\/CMC-Congress-2026-Sponsorship-Package-1.pdf\"><strong>View Sponsorship Package <\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accommodations and Getting to York University <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Congress participants are responsible for booking their own accommodations. Limited rooms are available at the on\u2011campus hotel, with additional options nearby due to the campus\u2019s proximity to the airport and Subway Line 1 (Toronto\u2013York Spadina Extension). Low\u2011cost campus residence rooms will also be available for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/conference\/keele\/accommodation\/\">summer bookings<\/a>; while no room block is held for CMC, individuals may book directly using the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.yorku.ca\/conference\/keele\/accommodation\/individuals\/\">Accommodation Request form<\/a>. The campus is easily accessible from downtown via Subway Line 1 (Union Station to York University Station) or by car, and from Pearson International Airport by public transit or taxi\u2014CMC recommends <a href=\"https:\/\/co-opcabs.com\/\">Co\u2011op Cabs<\/a>. French\u2011language support is not currently available, though this may change as summer student staff are hired.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/students.yorku.ca\/start-strong\/coming-to-campus\"><strong>Coming to Campus<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>AGM on June 10<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Save the date! CMC\u2019s Annual General Meeting will be held at York University on June 10. More details on registration will be available soon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/canada.coop\/en\/annual-general-meeting\/\"><strong>Annual General Meeting<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>CASC Conference on June 7 and 8<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">View the schedule. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/canada.coop\/wp-content\/uploads\/CASC-Program-2026_English.pdf\"><strong>Schedule<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Indigenous Gathering on June 8<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indigenous Co-op Gathering brings together leaders from co-operatives established by and for First Nations, Inuit, and M\u00e9tis communities to share their projects, explore opportunities for collaboration, and discuss how the co-operative model can support economic resilience and community development. Participants are invited to learn from each other and contribute to shaping a strong, Indigenous-led co-operative ecosystem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/canada.coop\/wp-content\/uploads\/Overview-Indigenous-Co-op-Gathering.pdf\"><strong>Indigenous Gathering<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Canadian Black Coop Network on June 8<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join the Canadian Black Co-operative Network (CBCN) for a full day of discussions, learning, and connection focused on advancing an inclusive and thriving co-operative economy. The program features engaging panels, interactive sessions, and networking opportunities, alongside cultural experiences such as a drumming session. Participants will explore key topics including equity in co\u2011operative development, intercooperation, and financing opportunities, while connecting with leaders and peers from across the sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/canada.coop\/wp-content\/uploads\/CBCN.-PROGRAM-OF-EVENTS-June-8-2026.pdf\"><strong>View the Program<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get Conference Ready: Download Whova Today!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Download the Whova app to stay organized and informed. Use it to check the latest session schedules, read up on speakers, and receive real-time updates throughout the event. 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