Cooperative Promotion Board

The Cooperative Promotion Board promotes the co-op movement in Manitoba by drawing on two funds to provide small grants for a variety of activities. The General Account Fund supports the promotion and development of co-op organizations and the promotion of the general welfare of co-op organizations. The Commercial Fishing Account Fund is available exclusively to promote and develop commercial fishing co-ops in the Provinces

Eligibility Criteria

Individuals, groups or co-ops interested in promoting or developing co-op enterprise in Manitoba may submit applications. Projects might include research directories, Web sites, workshops, newsletters, historical backgrounders, videos, CDs, bibliographies, scholarships and awards, contests, speaking tours and events.
Projects fall within one of the following categories:

• development of new co-ops
• general welfare of Manitoba co-ops
• community economic development aspects of co-ops
• co-op research, information and education

Terms and Conditions

• Grants will reflect applicant investment, the number of people involved and benefits to the co-op sector in Manitoba.
• Grants generally will not exceed $5,000.
• Applications should be submitted well in advance of any event as grants are not normally approved for completed activities.
• Funds must be used only for the purpose for which they are granted and a report on activities is required at the conclusion of the project.
• Projects must acknowledge the contribution of the Board and allow publicity by the Board.
   

Deadlines

  The board meets quarterly to review applications. Deadline for applications are: February 28, May 31, August 31 and November 30.

Making an Application
The Board meets regularly to review applications. The process is easy. Simply complete the application form and forward it to the Board.  Click here to download The Cooperative Promotion Board Application Form (in MS-Word format).  

Summary

If you need assistance, contact Cooperative Development Services. One of our consultants can assist with the following:

• General information about co-ops
• Information about financial and non-financial assistance programs for co-op development, co-op start-ups and expansions
• Financial assistance programs for co-op start-ups and expansions
• Guidance and support for individuals, groups and organizations wanting to develop co-ops
• Policy and program development for identified needs and opportunities for co-op development
   

For more information, contact your local GO Team Office.

Manitoba Contact(s):
Jamila Bachiri
Business Development Specialist - Cooperative Enterprise
Housing and Community Development
B-18 25 Tupper St
Portage la prairie, Manitoba R1N 3K1
Telephone: 204-239-3883
Fax: 204-239-3690
E-mail: co-ops@gov.mb.ca
Web site: http://www.gov.mb.ca/housing/coop/index.html