Don’t miss out on our exciting lineup of education workshops designed especially for you!

Whether you’re a seasoned co-op member or just starting your journey, our education workshops are tailored to equip you with valuable insights and knowledge.

Discover a range of engaging topics, from financial management and governance to community building and sustainable living. Gain expertise from industry professionals and fellow members, and take away practical tips to empower your co-op experience.

Don’t miss out on these valuable opportunities to strengthen your foundation in co-op knowledge and contribute even more meaningfully to the success of your co-operative. Mark your calendars and register today! Let’s embark on a journey of continuous learning and growth.

We look forward to seeing you at one—or more—of these workshops!

September

Boards and Committees Working Together – Sept 12

Look at what practices have served us well in the past, what hasn’t worked, and what we want for the future.

Leadership that Inspires Member Involvement – Sept 19

We all prefer activities we find rewarding—it’s human nature. It’s no different in housing co-ops.

Engaging Co-op Members – Sept 26

The democratic structure of a housing co-op is dependent on member engagement. But what exactly is the role of the general membership? What parts do they play in making sure that the co-op is well governed and soundly managed? Let’s get beyond ‘participation’ and create a foundation for real member involvement.

October

What makes a Good Board? – Oct 3

The best workshop for a newly elected board: packed full with the basic knowledge all housing co-op directors need as well as tools for how to work effectively to ensure good governance, sound management and principled leadership.

What makes a Good Director? – Oct 10

Good directors make a good board. With a focus on the duty of care and the duty of loyalty this basic primer focuses on how each individual director ensures the board’s success.

PIPA: A Privacy Primer for Housing Co-ops – Oct 17

Find out how to protect your members’ right to privacy under BC’s Personal Information Protection Act (PIPA) without compromising necessary co-op business practices.

Maintenance in Co-ops – Oct 24

You need skilled professionals to get great maintenance results, but there is still a critical role for members in looking after your property and buildings. We’ll help you understand this role: what is (and isn’t) a member’s responsibility; how to address preventative and routine repair needs; and how to use a maintenance calendar.

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Be sure to check back regularly for new workshops being added to the list.

Schedule

• Workshops take place weekday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. PST.

Online Registration

• Member rates are $45/person or $200 for six registrations from one co-op or organization.

• Non-member rates are $90/person or $400 for six registrations from one co-op or organization.