Tortillas dished up with heart and soul: Co-op founded 30 years ago, Maria, 84, starts work at 2 a.m.
Morning comes early for Maria, a worker at the Tortilleria. The 84-year-old woman is always the first to arrive. Her shift begins at 2 a.m., when she pulls out bowls of flour and water and starts to make the first of hundreds of tortillas that will be served in the co-op that day.

Importance of rural Alberta recognized with new fund
A new fund is set to invest $100 million in rural Alberta over a three-year period in the hopes of stimulating growth and development. The Rural Alberta Development Fund announced it was open for business on Monday, Oct. 23, and is now accepting applications for community led projects that promote growth, prosperity and quality of life in rural areas of the province.

Nattivak’s self-reliance wins praise from QIA
Qikiqtarjuaq’s Nattivak Hunters and Trappers Association and their self-reliant approach to community economic development won lavish praise last week from the Qikiqtani Inuit Association. ”If you need our support in any manner, we are here to help you. We support self-reliance for our people,” said Thomassie Alikatuktuk, QIA’s president.

Co-ops and mutuals rank high

Ivey is first Canadian Business School to join United Nations' Global Compact

Federal cabinet minister makes surprise visit to Afghanistan

Martin Highlights Sault Resident’s Literacy Success In Battle Against Cuts

Métis National Council Reacts to 2nd Reading on Kelowna Accord
Members of Parliament had an opportunity to make a difference last night by voting in favour of the "Kelowna Accord." The Métis National Council sat in the gallery as the vote was held for second reading of Paul Martin's private members' bill, An Act to Implement the Kelowna Accord.

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How to tackle the crisis in rental housing
Government must invest in the best options: co-op and non-profit housing.

HRSDC: Older Workers in Hard-Hit Regions Get $70 Million Boost From Canada's New Government