LOCAL FOOD & FARM CO-OPERATIVES
Fostering Vibrant, Sustainable, Connected and Resilient Local Food Systems
The Local Food and Farm Co-operatives (LFFC) was a two-tier membership-based network dedicated to building local, sustainable food systems, equitable economies and resilient communities in Ontario. Since 2009, they have supported over 100 individuals, organizations, local food and farm co-operatives and social enterprises through various programs, projects and services. LFFC is now transitioning to a network of the Ontario Co-operative Association.
Pollinators of Change
Join our Pollinators of Change Online Community, an online space that brings together like-minded individuals, organizations, and local food and farm co-operatives and social enterprises to connect, share, learn and grow, together. Our community is hosted on the powerful platform, Might Networks.
ONLINE COMMUNITY
Courses
We are here to help start-up and established local food and farm co-operatives access the knowledge, tools and resources they need to develop, strengthen and grow in Ontario. We are pleased to be introduce new self-guided online courses designed by experts with decades of experience in co-operatives and local food and farming.
CO-OPERATIVE DEVELOPMENT
Regional Projects
In collaboration with regional partners, LFFC focuses on community development to build thriving food systems rooted in co-operative principles and practises. We focus on innovation, building capacity, expanding market reach, fostering collaboration, and connecting food system actors.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
A network local food and farm advocates, organizations, non-profits, food and farm co-operatives, and social enterprises from across the local food value chain.
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NEW Leveraging Your People Power Course
Your workers are your most valuable asset. Learn how to cultivate a healthy work culture where your workers thrive.
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NEW Start-up! Course
What should we know about the services you provide? Better descriptions result in more sales.
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Now Accepting Board Nominations
If you are passionate about a food future rooted in democracy, cooperation, solidarity, resiliency and sustainability, join our Board of Directors!
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Upcoming Workshop
Are you looking to scale up and bring your products to market but don't know where to start when it comes to labeling and packaging?
Stay Up To Date
Reach out to the Ontario Co-operative Association at info@ontario.coop if you would like to stay up to date on what is next for LFFC.
