The Inclusive Co-op Series: Join the Journey

This March and April, NACHA is launching The Inclusive Co-op Series, a practical three-part roadmap for modern co-op governance.

How do we move beyond legal obligation to real, practical skill? How do we build communities that are consistently safe, clear, and inclusive?

This series delivers the essential tools boards need right now.

Session 1: From Conflict to Consistency

In Person: Saturday, March 21, 2026, 9am – 12pm, Chateau Louis Conference Centre

Registration Link: Conflict to Consistency    

Human rights issues in co-ops are not theoretical, they show up as unit condition concerns impacting health and safety, arrears, support animals, and neighbour tensions. Building on our Fall GM 2025 session with Celia on the difference between human wants and human rights, this interactive workshop moves boards from knowing the law to applying it with confidence. Join us to strengthen your process, protect member dignity, and reduce legal risk.

Facilitators: Celia Chandler, CHF-T & Michael Gibson, Miller Thomson

Session 2: The Neuro-Affirming Co-op

Online: Saturday, April 11, 2026, 9:00am – 12pm

Registration Link: Neuro Affirming

This practical workshop translates ADHD, Autism, sensory processing, and executive functioning challenges into real co-op governance tools. Learn how to navigate communication barriers, noise concerns, and duty to accommodate situations with clarity and confidence. Walk away with concrete strategies to make meetings, policies, and community life more inclusive, predictable, and supportive for everyone.

Facilitator: Drewe Rowbotham, Housing Coordinator, Autism Edmonton

Session 3: Trauma-Informed Belonging

Online: Date TBA

Conflict is inevitable. Escalation is not. This session helps boards understand how trauma shapes behaviour and provides practical tools to de-escalate tension, maintain clear boundaries, and repair community fractures. Learn how to create predictable, respectful governance processes that protect both housing stability and board integrity.

For more information on the inclusive workshops, click here: Inclusive Co-op Series

Cost for the Series

Series Pass – $750 per Co-op (Best Value)
Register your co-op once and your entire board can attend all three sessions.

For Sessions 2 and 3 (online), there is no limit to the number of participants from your co-op. Boards are encouraged to invite committee members, emerging leaders, and interested members to join the conversation.

One registration. Unlimited participation for your co-op.
Save $150 compared to registering for each session individually.

Individual Session – $300 per Co-op
Register your co-op for a single session. Your board may attend, and for online sessions multiple members from the same co-op may participate.

Individual Registration
For individuals whose co-ops are not registering as a group.

$185 – Full Series
$75 – Single Session

Finance Workshops, 90 Minutes

We are also offering two online focused financial governance sessions this spring.

Navigating the FCHI-2 Transition

Online: Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Registration Link: FCHI-2

Overview of rental assistance program, calculator and securing long-term viability.

Facilitators: Dick Tse, NACHA & Franca Sorace, The Agency for Co-operative Housing

The Financial Life Cycle

Online: Tuesday, March 31, 2026, 6:30pm – 8:30pm

Registration Link: Financial_Life_Cycle

Connecting monthly financial decisions to year-end accountability and long-term sustainability.

Facilitators: Dick Tse & Casey Clifton, VKO

For more information on the finance workshops, click here: Finance Workshops 2026

Cost: $40 per workshop