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ADVERTISE IN THE CO-OP WEEK FEATURE
Show your support of the SK co-op sector with an ad while also promoting your organization.
The Saskatchewan Co-operative Association and its partners Prairie Dog and Planet S magazines are pleased to present advertising opportunities for the annual Co-op Week feature. Join us in celebrating our own homegrown co‐op sector here in Saskatchewan.
This special editorial feature will appear in the October 6th issues of Prairie Dog and Planet S magazines – the province’s only co-operative media outlets – during Co‐op Week, October 16–22.
Ad prices range from $416 for a 1/10th page advertisement up to $3,681 for a full page, making them accessible for co-ops, credit unions and sector supporters of all types and sizes. Digital promotion is included. Click HERE for the advertising rate card.
Reserve your advertising space now. Contact: Terry Morash, 306-757-1305 tm@prairiedogmag.com Ad Booking Deadline: Sept. 20. Creative Deadline: Sept. 22.
Want to view last year’s Co-op Week feature ? Click HERE. We are also looking for Saskatchewan co-ops and credit unions that we can write about. Contact us to learn more.
FOUR ORGANIZATIONS STEP UP TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT RECEIVE FUNDING THROUGH THE CO-OP CLASSIC
The golf tournament was deferred to 2023, but we still raised funds for CDF and Camp Kindling.
SUBMISSIONS NEEDED FOR HOLIDAY CO-OP GIFT LIST
Let SCA help promote your business by featuring your products and services.
We know it’s still summer outside, but it’s about four months until you-know-when.
SCA is compiling a list of consumer-friendly products and services provided by Saskatchewan co-operatives, credit unions and mutuals.
If your co-op offers any kind of product or service to the general public here’s how you can help us help you.
Limit yourself to a maximum of three or four products, services or item categories. It could be almost anything, such as -
- Car washes, items necessary to prepare a holiday meal, or admission to your venue,
- Phone or cable TV services, farm implements, term deposits, or an invitation to membership,
- Hall rentals, consulting services, artwork, or handicrafts.
- Gift certificates, too.
Optional – add a photo of the item, and/or a note about what makes purchasing from your co-op special (saves time, funds support a certain community, produced locally, environmentally friendly, etc.).
Email your list to Danika Dinko anytime between now and October 24th (the day after Co-op Week ends). We’ll publish the guide in November.
Be creative. If you carry something that could be of interest to the public, then add it to your list. This is as much about promoting your co-op as it is about the products that you carry.
We know that for many of our co-ops, it’s been a challenging few years. We want to give a special boost to our sector this year. There is no charge for this.
Help everyone in Saskatchewan buy co-op this holiday season (and every day)!
CDF CONTINUES TO SUPPORT UKRAINE REBUILDING Getting the building blocks in place for Ukraine’s long-term recovery.
Sadly, as the war continues, so does the need.
Your investment today will support the efforts of the Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada to support the Ukraine in rebuilding a strong and sustainable future.
International Credit Union Day has been celebrated on the third Thursday of October since 1948.
The 74th anniversary of International Credit Union Day (ICU Day) is set for Thursday, October 20, 2022. This year, we will gather as a global movement under the theme: "Empower Your Financial Future with a Credit Union."
International Credit Union Day celebrates the spirit of the global credit union movement. The day is recognized to reflect upon the credit union movement's history, promote its achievements, recognize hard work and share member experiences. MORE.
APPLY FOR AFFINITY MEMBER COUNCIL FUNDING BEFORE SEPT. 1
Municipal, Indigenous and local educational institutions within Affinity districts are eligible to apply.
Did you know that last year Affinity Credit Union's Member Councils funded 156 Saskatchewan organizations and charities? It’s true and the good news is, if you know an organization that could use funding, applications for this year’s Member Council Funding are open until Sept. 1!
Member Council Funding at Affinity is one way we’re able to support local initiatives and projects across Saskatchewan that make a meaningful difference to strengthen our communities.
So, who’s eligible? You’re eligible if:
You're a not-for-profit, community-based voluntary organization, or community service or not-for-profit co-operative
You're a municipal, Indigenous or local educational institution/entity
Your organization or initiative is located in and/or benefits the communities and individuals within a district
Ready to apply? It’s pretty simple, first find your district then apply!
INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CANADIAN CO-OPERATIVE GOVERNANCE SURVEY
You will also be granted access to the Co-operative Governance Online Dashboard at no cost.
Co-operatives and credit unions across Canada are invited to participate in Wave 2 of the Canadian Co-operative Governance Survey - a national survey that aims to gather data on governance practices in Canadian co-operatives, including board composition and procedures, remuneration, and diversity.
By participating in this survey, you will be granted access to the Co-operative Governance Online Dashboard at no cost, which allows you to benchmark your governance practices against that of your peers. See the video HERE for a short introduction to the Co-operative Governance Dashboard tool and its functions.
If you are interested in participating in the survey or have any questions about the study, please email Stan Yu, Research and Communications Coordinator at the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, or Adzo Baku, Research Assistant at the Canadian Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, via email: stan.yu@usask.ca and awb418@usask.ca.
What would you like to discover in these bite-sized learning sessions?
SCA is in the pre-planning stages of a new Lunch and Learn series to roll out later this year. We’re looking to YOU to tell us what topics or speakers may be of interest to co-operatives and credit unions in Saskatchewan. Or maybe you have a staff or board member who can present on a favourite subject.
Our audience will include managers, staff, board members and co-op-friendly visitors. It’s a diverse group, so we’re looking for diverse topics!
LAKE COUNTRY CO-OP RECEIVES INCLUSIVE EMPLOYER AWARD
The team ensures that Megan’s role is meaningful to her and also to her coworkers.
Lake Country Co-op’s Spiritwood team leaders, Michael Sarrazin and Karon Abdai, have been awarded the 2022 Saskatchewan Inclusive Employer award in recognition of their commitment to inclusive employment.
Michael and Karon received the award for their support of their team member, Megan Allard. Megan has been a Lake Country Co-op team member since the opening of their new C-store in December, 2021. MORE.
CONEXUS CREDIT UNION HUMBOLDT BRONCOS MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENT HELD AUG. 5-6TH
Included in the two-day event was a Hunter Brothers concert.
The fifth annual Conexus Credit Union Humboldt Broncos Memorial Golf Tournament took place Aug. 5 and 6, as family and friends gathered once again to celebrate and honour the 2017/2018 team.
A cheque from the golf tournament committee for $29,000 was presented to the city and will go towards their plans for a Broncos tribute centre and roadside memorial.
Other funds raised from the tournament go towards creating the Humboldt Broncos Legacy Awards, which distributes money to local organizations and provides two $5,000 scholarships for local high school students who are involved in their community. MORE.
LAKE COUNTRY CO-OP DOG DAYS AT KINSMEN WATER PARK
Prince Albert’s Kinsmen Water Park plans to end the summer not with a bang but with a bark.
On Monday, August 22nd, the water park will host the inaugural Lake Country Co-op Dog Days to celebrate the end of the season.
There will be three sessions, with a maximum of of 40 dogs per session. Dogs can pre-register using a QR code on the city’s website or by clicking on this LINK.
CAMP KINDLING SESSIONS HAVE FINISHED FOR THIS SUMMER
But here are some photos to remind you of the great time our participants had!
Camp Kindling has wound down for this summer. We hope you'll be able to join us in 2023.
Registration opens in January for next year's Camp Kindling sessions, Thanks to everyone who helped make our summer 2022 sessions the best experience ever. https://campkindling.coop/
DANIKA’S NEWEST BLOG POST
It all begins with some insights about pumping gas.
Read how Danika weaves a tale involving a local gas bar, excellent customer service, youth employment and co-operative values.
We normally give you the opening lines to Danika’s posts. For a change, here is how she wraps it up instead:
“Arming the next generation of professionals with highly sought-after skills and an understanding of the special role we play in our communities, province and country is invaluable. Thank you, Saskatchewan co-ops and credit unions, for giving youth this opportunity and helping to develop tomorrow’s leaders!!!! “
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Saskatchewan Co-operative Association (SCA) is the apex organization for the province’s 800 co-operatives and credit unions. SCA is incorporated as a community service co-operative and is owned by its members, many of which are co-op federations or associations.
On behalf of the Saskatchewan co-operative community, SCA works to support and promote the co-operative model for community and economic development.
We know it’s still summer outside, but it’s about four months until you-know-when. 
The 74th anniversary of International Credit Union Day (ICU Day) is set for Thursday, October 20, 2022. This year, we will gather as a global movement under the theme: "Empower Your Financial Future with a Credit Union."
On Monday, August 22nd, the water park will host the inaugural Lake Country Co-op Dog Days to celebrate the end of the season. 
