Work, Own, Thrive: Building Worker Co-Ops in PEI
Work, Own, Thrive: Building Worker Co-Ops in PEI
Join us for this free event!
🌱 Discover the Power of Worker Co-operatives
Ever wondered what it’s like to work in a business where employees are also the owners? Join us for an engaging information session that explores the transformative model of worker co-operatives—businesses owned and operated by the people who work in them.
Whether you're an entrepreneur, employee, or simply someone who believes in fairer economies, this session will unpack:
- 🔍 What worker co-operatives are and how they function
- 🤝 The benefits of shared ownership—from job stability to community impact
- 🛠️ Steps to start or convert a business into a co-op
- 💼 A real-world example of successful worker co-op in Nova Scotia
Whether you're exploring new career paths, thinking about starting a business, or just love learning something new—this session is for you!
Speakers:
- David Daughton, PEI Co-operative Council
- Joey Pittoello, Just Us! Coffee Roasters Co-operative
Refreshments provided. Free to attend. Open to all. Come with questions. Leave with inspiration.
Join virtually at: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85352818501?pwd=bO3VzaqDu0hsWmk8VrAbPG7Sbn0zbc.1
Meeting ID: 853 5281 8501
Passcode: 841522