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Co-operatives and Mutuals Canada<\/p>\n

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The voice of co-operatives and mutuals in Canada<\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n

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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. <\/span><\/p>\n

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CMC Congress 2026 \u2014 Powering the Economy<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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From June 8 to 10, 2026<\/strong>, at York University<\/strong>, the CMC Congress will bring together the cooperative movement to highlight its key role in building strong, inclusive, and sustainable local economies. It is a space for connection, ideas, and action for those shaping the economy of tomorrow.<\/strong> Plenaries, workshops, the AGM, and site visits make this a must\u2011attend event to power the cooperative economy.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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In a context marked by economic insecurity, the housing crisis, and rising living costs, Canadians are looking for greater stability, control, and fairness. This new national research, conducted by Abacus Data with CMC and CHF Canada, shows why the co\u2011operative model resonates more than ever. Built on collective ownership, shared power, and strong community roots, co\u2011operatives emerge as a concrete and credible response to today\u2019s challenges \u2014 and a model Canadians want to see grow<\/em>.<\/p>\n

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CMC and Government Relations<\/h2>\n

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As a part of its\u00a0purpose, CMC\u00a0regularly advocates for the co-operative and mutual sector\u00a0at the federal level to ensure the\u00a0ecosystem\u2019s\u00a0voice is being heard. Furthermore,\u00a0CMC\u00a0monitors\u00a0federal government activities,<\/span>\u00a0funding announcements\u00a0and emerging issues.\u00a0<\/span>It\u00a0also regularly\u00a0<\/span>meets\u00a0with Members of Parliament, Senators, political staff, departmental officials, and other public policy leaders to discuss sector priorities<\/span>\u00a0and to raise awareness\u00a0on\u00a0opportunities and concerns.\u00a0<\/span>CMC\u00a0also works\u00a0with\u00a0its\u00a0Members<\/span>\u00a0and partners\u00a0to keep them informed and engaged.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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International Symposium on Co-operative Identity and Energizing the Co-operative Brand<\/a><\/span><\/h4>\r\n

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