Events
Pre-Annual Meeting Webinar
Our pre-Annual Meeting webinar is a great way to get ready for the conference. Join CHF Canada staff as we walk through the schedule for each day and answer any questions you may have about the Annual Meeting.
If this is your first Annual Meeting, you won’t want to miss it. If you’ve been to the Annual Meeting before, you’ll find helpful information about the new schedule and can share your meeting tips with others.
- The webinar will be held on: Thursday, June 1, 2023 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. EST
Can’t make the date? Sign up and we’ll send you a video recording.
CMC Networking Dinner 
June 14, 6:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
This optional dinner at Lowertown Brewery, 73 York Street, Ottawa is a great opportunity for informal sharing of ideas and experiences with other co-op staff and managers. The restaurant is located in the ByWard Market. Don’t forget to buy your ticket when you register online, $50 for a main, non-alcoholic beverage and dessert. This event sells out fast!
CMC Plenary and Brunch
June 15, 9:00 a.m.–10:30 a.m.
Join us as we open the first full day of the Co-operative Management Conference. We’ll hold elections for two positions on the Co-op Managers Reference Group and hear updates on important issues. Over brunch, you will have the chance to catch up and connect with co-op managers and staff from across Canada.
Welcome Reception
June 15, 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
All attendees are invited to this kick-off reception. Catch up with friends old and new while enjoying some live music from a local Ottawa musician. Complimentary appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will be on-site.
Sightseeing and Co-op Tour
June 15, 7:00 p.m.–9:30 p.m.
Ottawa – there’s no better place to be in June. The weather’s warm and the flowers and trees are in full bloom. Come and join us to experience Ottawa through the eyes of a local and see the important sights. We’ll stop for a picnic dinner (to suit any dietary restriction) in Vincent Massey Park, just down the Rideau River where the water comes tumbling down Hog’s Back Falls. See the best of Ottawa including a visit to a local co-op.
Meet at the Shaw Centre at 6:45 to board the bus. Don’t be late!
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Co-op Staff and Workshop Leaders Reception
June 15, 7:00 p.m.–8:00 p.m.
If you’re a co-op manager or staff person, you won’t want to miss this chance to catch up with your colleagues. This casual reception will be held in the Quebec Suite of the Chateau Laurier at 1 Rideau Street, Ottawa (5 minutes walk from the Shaw Centre).
Complimentary appetizers will be provided along with one complimentary drink (wine or non-alcoholic drink).
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Member Networking Dinner
June 15, 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Join your fellow co-opers for a delicious dinner at one of Ottawa’s favourite restaurants, Lowertown Brewery. The restaurant is just a ten-minute walk from the Shaw Centre. Don’t forget to buy your ticket when you register online – $50 (includes tax) for a three-course meal and beverage (non-alcoholic, beer, wine or cocktail). Tickets are sure to go quickly!
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Plenary Breakfast
June 16, 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
New this year, a hot breakfast on Friday is now included in your full conference registration. Over breakfast, you’ll hear from Marie-Josée Houle, Canada’s first federal housing advocate while enjoying the company of your fellow conference attendees.
Young Member Meet-up
June 16, 5 :00 – 6 :00 p.m.
If you’re a young member, be sure to drop by the Young Member Meet-up on Friday evening. You’ll have a chance to catch up with friends and meet other young members and staff from across Canada.
We’ll have some light refreshments and complimentary drinks (non-alcoholic and alcoholic), and then head over to the local social.
Night at the Museum (local social)
June 16, 7:30 p.m.–11:00 p.m.
You’ve just spent two days in workshops – come and dance the night away at an iconic Ottawa location, the Museum of Nature! Enjoy some tasty bites and drinks (cash bar), and watch the sun set. You’ve earned it! Socialize with your fellow co-operators, test your knowledge of local landmarks, events and co-op history to win some great prizes.
Local social shuttle: A free shuttle will provide transportation to and from the venue. Service will run every 15 minutes, starting at 7:15. Meet at the Shaw Centre.