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Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP)
Funding for Canadian co-operative development
Last Update: May 15, 2026
Funding available
$ 20,000
Timeline
- Open continuously
Location
Quebec, Canada
Overview
This program supports the growth and viability of co-operatives across Canada. It funds co-operative development activities such as feasibility studies, market research, business planning, marketing, member engagement, and legal and financial support, up to $20,000.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Increase social or community impact
- Improve governance or administrative structure
- Reduce environmental footprint
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 20,000 $
- Up to 50% of project cost
Timeline
- Open continuously
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Quebec
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Environment
Target groups
- All the groups
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- Local
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Co-operative business development initiatives
- Feasibility studies and market research projects
- Business planning, marketing, and member engagement activities
Documents Needed
- Articles of incorporation
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Co-operatives
- Canadian co-operatives
- Co-operatives in social wellness, inclusive economy, or environmental resilience
- Co-operatives in other sectors
Eligible expenses
- Feasibility studies and market research
- Business planning, marketing, and promotion
- Member engagement activities
- Legal and financial support services
Ineligible Costs and Activities
- Capital expenditures
- Ongoing operational expenses
- Insurance
- Scholarships, courses, and programs
- Conferences, travel, fundraising, deficit reduction, and retroactive expenses
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
Selection criteria
- Alignment with co-operative development goals
- Contribution to social wellness, inclusive economy, or environmental resilience
- Potential to strengthen the viability and growth of the co-operative
How to apply
- Step 1: Review program focus
- Confirm that your co-operative aligns with the program’s areas of interest.
- Step 2: Prepare application materials
- Gather the articles of incorporation and the information needed for the application.
- Step 3: Request more information
- Contact the program by email for additional guidance.
- Step 4: Submit your application
- Send the application before the deadline.
Processing and Agreement
- Applications are accepted until April 15, 2026.
- Applicants can contact the funder by email for more information.
Additional information
- Applications are accepted until April 15, 2026.
- Interested co-operatives can contact the program by email for more information.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) Program
What is the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP)?
This program supports the growth and viability of co-operatives across Canada. It funds co-operative development activities such as feasibility studies, market research, business planning, marketing, member engagement, and legal and financial support, up to $20,000.
How much funding can be received?
Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) Funds up to 50% of admissible expenses, capped at $20,000 per project.
Who is eligible for the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) program?
To be eligible for the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) program, you must:
Legally incorporated co-operative
Articles of incorporation required
Co-operative development purpose
What expenses are eligible under Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP)?
Co-operative business development initiatives
Feasibility studies and market research projects
Business planning, marketing, and member engagement activities
Who can I contact for more information about the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP)?
You can contact The Co-operators Group Limited by email at the_cooperators_foundation@cooperators.ca.
Where is the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) available?
The Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) program is available the province of Quebec.
Is the Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Co-operators - Co-operative Development Program (CDP) is a Grant and Funding