Co-op Governance Resources

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Explore key documents to help your co-op build strong, democratic, and transparent governance. These materials offer practical guidance for boards, members, and staff.

Board of Directors

Q&A on the Annual Health Check

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CHF Canada Treasurer Tip Sheet

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CHF Canada Treasurer's Checklist

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Good Practices in Arrears Management

Director Arrears - By-law Provisions (AB)

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Directors in Arrears

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Q&A on Directors in Arrears

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The Good Governance Test

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The International Good Governance Test

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Summary of Co-operative and its Management Requirements

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Co-op Members

Windmill Line Co-operative Homes: Solidly based for a sound future

Community Development and Education Plan

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Co-op

Getting Our Co-op Principles Right

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Good Practices for Collecting Housing Charges

Good Practices in Capital and Maintenance Planning

Good Practices in Replacement Reserve Contributions and Balance

Housing Management Hub

Monthly Management Reports to the Board

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Having a problem with your housing co-op?

Co-operative Acts

Alberta Co-operatives Act

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Ontario Co-operative Corporations Act

PEI Co-operative Associations Act

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Tip of the Month

Capital Plans and Contributions

Comparing 2007 and 2020, we saw the median annual contributions per unit almost triple ($1,026 per unit to $3,052).