For co-ops coming into negotiations, and coming out of end of mortgage.
Join COCHF for a practical conversation focused on the transition into and out of end of mortgage. Share experiences, compare approaches and discuss what co-ops should be thinking about as they negotiate, plan and move forward.
In this round table
- Preparing for negotiations and identifying priorities
- Lessons learned from co-ops coming out of EOM
- Planning for governance, operations, captical needs and the future
The Co-op Connection
Thoughtful preparation and peer learning can help co-ops navigate end-of-mortgage transitions with confidence.
Who Should Attend
Board members, staff and representatives of co-ops approaching negotiations or moving beyond EOM
Location / Format
Hybrid: in person at Changemakers Co-op, 3289 King St E, Kitchener, ON N2A 4A6, and online via Zoom
Refreshments
Refreshments will be served for in-person participants
PDF Flyer
Need an accommodation, help registering or another format? Contact COCHF as early as possible.
COCHF’s 2026 Annual Budget Meeting will be held online via Zoom on Thursday, November 26. It will be followed by our Member Appreciation Lunch and Awards Presentation at Crowne Plaza Kitchener on November 28.
Why Attend the ABM?
Member participation shapes the year ahead.
Help guide COCHF – Take part in the democratic process and have your say.
See the budget – Understand priorities and resources for the coming year.
Ask questions – Hear from federation leadership and share your perspective.
Connect with co-ops – Learn what matters to members across our region.
Poster for the COCHF ABM (PDF)
There is no cost to attend the ABM.
Register Now
Please use the online form below to register to attend the 2026 ABM.
Note that delegates and alternates must submit a board nomination form to be able to vote at the meeting. Please complete the form on page 3 of the Meeting Notice PDF (linked below) and send it to office@cochf.coop by Friday, November 20, 2026.
Meeting Notice and Delegate Registration (PDF)
The final meeting package will be distributed and available to all registered attendees by Tuesday, November 18, 2026.
This FREE practical workshop will be held via Zoom.
Member Intake for HSA Co-ops
Bring the centralized wait list and the co-op membership process together.
This workshop maps the intake pathway from referral and offer through orientation, member selection and move-in. Learn how to preserve a meaningful co-op process while meeting Housing Services Act requirements.
In this workshop
- Roles of the Region, co-op staff, board and selection committee
- Sequencing referrals, offers, orientation, selection and reporting
- Fair decisions, documentation, communication and follow-through
The Co-op Connection
Combining coordinated access with co-op orientation supports compliance without losing co-op identity.
Who Should Attend
Staff, directors and member selection committee members
Facilitated / Presented By
Sarah Burnett-Murray and the Region of Waterloo
COCHF + OCHF Fall 2026 Education Series (PDF)
Need an accommodation, help registering or another format? Contact COCHF as early as possible.
This FREE practical workshop will be held via Zoom.
Member Intake for Federal Co-ops
Make the first experience of co-op community clear, fair and welcoming.
Follow the intake journey from first contact to move-in and learn how federal program co-ops can build a consistent process that helps prospective members understand and prepare for co-op living.
In this workshop
- Effective orientation and clear expectations about co-op membership
- A fair and consistent member selection committee process
- Interviews, human rights, confidentiality, recommendations and board approval
The Co-op Connection
A fair, welcoming intake process supports informed membership and healthy participation.
Who Should Attend
Staff, directors and member selection committee members
Facilitated / Presented By
Sarah Burnett-Murray
COCHF + OCHF Fall 2026 Education Series (PDF)
Need an accommodation, help registering or another format? Contact COCHF as early as possible.
This FREE practical workshop will be held via Zoom.
Board Recruitment and Succession Planning
Build a strong board now – and a clear path for future leaders.
Effective succession planning begins before an election. Learn practical ways to identify leadership needs, invite more members to participate, prepare prospective directors and transfer knowledge when the board changes.
In this workshop
- Assessing board needs and creating a year-round recruitment plan
- Reducing barriers and building a representative leadership pipeline
- Orienting and mentoring candidates and transferring knowledge
The Co-op Connection
Ongoing recruitment brings more members into leadership and protects continuity as boards change.
Who Should Attend
Co-op directors, staff and governance or nominations committee members
Facilitated / Presented By
Carine Nind
COCHF + OCHF Fall 2026 Education Series (PDF)
Need an accommodation, help registering or another format? Contact COCHF as early as possible.
This FREE practical workshop will be held via Zoom.
Confident Governance for Co-op Directors
Practical training for new and established directors.
Strong co-op communities depend on boards that understand both their authority and their accountability to members. This practical session builds the knowledge and habits directors need to govern with confidence.
In this workshop
- Board, member and staff roles – and the boundaries between them
- Director duties, confidentiality, conflict of interest and collective responsibility
- Focused meetings, sound decisions, oversight and accountability
The Co-op Connection
Clear roles and accountable decisions build member trust and stronger governance.
Who Should Attend
New and established co-op directors
Facilitated / Presented By
Sarah Burnett-Murray
COCHF + OCHF Fall 2026 Education Series (PDF)
Need an accommodation, help registering or another format? Contact COCHF as early as possible.
This FREE practical workshop will be held via Zoom.
Eviction Prevention and the Co-op Process
Protect housing stability while meeting the co-op’s responsibilities.
Eviction is the most serious action a housing co-op can take. This practical session looks at how early intervention, community supports and the co-op’s internal process can work together to prevent housing loss wherever possible.
In this workshop
- Recognizing risk early and connecting members with community supports
- Addressing arrears, conflict and other concerns before eviction
- Fair board process, member rights, documentation and the LTB pathway
The Co-op Connection
Prevention-focused processes protect members while helping the board act fairly and consistently.
Who Should Attend
Co-op members, staff and directors
Facilitated / Presented By
Eviction Prevention Waterloo Region (EPWR) and Iler Campbell LLP
COCHF + OCHF Fall 2026 Education Series (PDF)
Need an accommodation, help registering or another format? Contact COCHF as early as possible.
$65 members / $95 non-members
Location
Crowne Plaza Kitchener
105 King St E
Kitchener, ON
N2G 2K8 (map)
Description
Join us as we celebrate our outstanding members. This year we will present the 2026 Century of Co-operation awards and introduce our 2026-2027 Diversity Scholarship recipients.
You will be invoiced after the event. If you need to cancel, please do so at least 14 days prior to the event.
Poster for the Member Appreciation Lunch (PDF)
Poster for the Century of Co-operation Awards (PDF)
Register Now
$65 members / $95 non-members
Location
Crowne Plaza Kitchener
105 King St E
Kitchener, ON
N2G 2K8 (map)
Description
Join us as we celebrate our outstanding members with the inaugural presentation of the following awards:
- Mark Paul Co-operator of the Year Award
- Co-op Staff of the Year Award
- Young Co-operator of the Year Award
- Community Co-operator of the Year
For more information about these awards, or to submit a nomination, please see the 2025 COCHF Co-operator of the Year Awards page.
Register Now
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