Co-ops epitomize the concept of working together for the common good of its members and communities. Central to the Co-op movement in Western Canada is Saskatoon based Federated Co-operatives Limited (FCL). FCL is a multifaceted enterprise based on the fundamental principles of co-operation. FCL provides central marketing services including manufacturing, wholesaling and distribution, as well as administrative services to its member-owners…283 retail co-operatives located throughout Western Canada. These retail co-operatives and their branches operate in more than 500 communities, providing a variety of products and services to more than 1,200,000 individual Co-op members. Together, FCL and its member retail co-operatives are united as the Co-operative Retailing System (CRS), providing employment for more than 18,000 people. In addition to the retail co-operatives, FCL has 20 affiliate and associate members.
A list of Retail Co-ops in western Canada is found on the FCL Web site and can be viewed by clicking here.