Co-operatives are found in many forms, from agricultural co-ops to grocery stores, gas stations and car-shares These days, Bruce Woodrow gets most of his groceries at one of two places: Costco, and a small grocery co-operative nestled in an alley in the heart of Toronto. The retired lawyer — along with many Canadians over the past couple of years — had been growing more concerned with the grocery industry and the profits it was turning as food prices climbed.  Woodrow joined Karma Co-op as a member last spring and now volunteers on the store's finance committee.  "The...…Co-operatives are found in many forms, from agricultural co-ops to grocery stores, gas stations and car-shares These days, Bruce Woodrow gets most of his groceries at one of two places: Costco, and a small grocery co-operative nestled in an alley in the heart of Toronto. The retired lawyer — along with many Canadians over the past couple of years — had been growing more concerned with the grocery industry and the profits it was turning as food prices climbed.  Woodrow joined Karma Co-op as a member last spring and now volunteers on the store's finance committee.  "The...WW…

Northern Credit Union provides essential support for entrepreneurs in Northern Ontario A solid business plan is something we all know is key to building a growing business. But what sets some entrepreneurs apart? Jesse Teresinski, Business Relationship Manager at Northern Credit Union and Kevin Rusnell, President of Peace Restaurant in Sault Ste. Marie explain how a unique business plan can help your business thrive through the ups and downs of the marketplace. Characteristics of a Strong Business Plan Understanding what makes a business plan unique and strong is one of the...…Northern Credit Union provides essential support for entrepreneurs in Northern Ontario A solid business plan is something we all know is key to building a growing business. But what sets some entrepreneurs apart? Jesse Teresinski, Business Relationship Manager at Northern Credit Union and Kevin Rusnell, President of Peace Restaurant in Sault Ste. Marie explain how a unique business plan can help your business thrive through the ups and downs of the marketplace. Characteristics of a Strong Business Plan Understanding what makes a business plan unique and strong is one of the...WW…