Announcements Archives - CDF - Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada

Conexus Credit Union invests $100,000 to support CDF Canada’s work in co-operative development and women’s leadership

9 April 2026

CDF Canada is pleased to share a meaningful commitment from Conexus Credit Union, who have announced a $100,000 donation to support our work in advancing co-operative development and leadership globally. Of this donation, $50,000 will directly support our Women’s Mentorship Program (WMP), our flagship leadership program that equips women from credit unions and financial co-ops […]

16 Days to End Gender Violence 2025

16 December 2025

Each year, the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence mobilizes governments, civil society, and communities worldwide to confront violence against women and girls and to demand sustained, systemic change. In 2025, the campaign placed a timely and urgent focus on digital gender-based violence, recognizing that harm in online spaces is real, pervasive, and deeply […]

IAAM Project Launch (Malawi)

11 December 2025

Celebrating the Official Launch of the IAAM Project in Malawi Last week, CDF Canada joined partners, community leaders, and government representatives in Lilongwe to celebrate a major milestone: the official launch of the Integrating Aquaculture–Agriculture to Combat Food Insecurity in Malawi (IAAM) Project. After a year of intensive planning, technical development, and close collaboration across […]

CDF Canada and OCCZIM Partner to Strengthen Co-operative Development in Zimbabwe

25 April 2025

Partnerships in Practice: Co-operatives Creating Global Impact Grassroots Leadership for Co-operative Resilience CDF Canada and OCCZIM Partner to Strengthen Co-operative Development in Zimbabwe The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is proud to announce a new partnership with the Organization of Collective Co-operatives in Zimbabwe (OCCZIM), a national apex body advancing the cooperative movement […]

CDF Canada and WOLREC Partner to Advance Women’s Empowerment Through Co-operatives in Malawi

25 April 2025

Partnerships in Practice: Co-operatives Creating Global Impact CDF Canada and WOLREC Partner to Advance Women’s Empowerment Through Co-operatives in Malawi The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is honoured to announce a new partnership with the Women’s Legal Resources Centre (WOLREC), a leading Malawian organization advancing access to justice, economic empowerment, and leadership for […]

CDF Canada and Solid State Community Society Collaborate to Strengthen Solidarity Economies

25 April 2025

Partnerships in Practice: Co-operatives Creating Global Impact CDF Canada and Solid State Community Society Collaborate to Strengthen Solidarity Economies The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Solid State Community Society, a BC-based organization building worker-owned co-operatives led by racialized migrant and refugee communities. This collaboration highlights […]

CDF Canada and TYEGD Partner to Empower Youth and Advance Gender Equality in Tanzania

25 April 2025

Partnerships in Practice: Co-operatives Creating Global Impact Youth Leadership at the Heart of Gender-Responsive Co-operative Development CDF Canada and TYEGD Partner to Empower Youth and Advance Gender Equality in Tanzania The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is proud to announce a new partnership with Tanzania Youth Espouse for Gender and Development (TYEGD), a […]

CDF Canada and ANE Partner to Address Humanitarian and Climate Challenges in Ethiopia

25 April 2025

Partnerships in Practice: Co-operatives Creating Global Impact Resilience and Peacebuilding Through Co-operative Action CDF Canada and ANE Partner to Address Humanitarian and Climate Challenges in Ethiopia The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Action for the Needy in Ethiopia (ANE), a leading humanitarian and development organization […]

CDF Canada and AWFISHNET Partner to Promote Inclusive Economic Growth in Malawi’s Fisheries Sector

25 April 2025

Partnerships in Practice: Co-operatives Creating Global Impact Strengthening Women’s Leadership in Fisheries and Food Security CDF Canada and AWFISHNET Partner to Promote Inclusive Economic Growth in Malawi’s Fisheries Sector The Co-operative Development Foundation of Canada (CDF Canada) is proud to announce a new partnership with the African Women Fish Processors and Traders Network, Malawi Chapter […]

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