Calgary Co-operative Association Limited
Locally owned and operated, Calgary Co-op is one of the largest retail co-operatives in North America, with 435,000 members, 4,000 employees, assets of $374 million and annual sales of $1.06 billion.
Our story began in 1956 when our first store opened in downtown Calgary. Today, Calgary Co-op has 22 retail shopping centres, 22 in-store pharmacies, 26 gas bars, 7 travel offices and 17 liquor stores located in Calgary, Airdrie, Strathmore, and Okotoks, Alberta, as well as a home health care subsidiary company also located in Calgary, Alberta.
The continuing development of Calgary Co-op is a priority for its board of directors, management and employees. Guided by a comprehensive vision and strategic direction, Calgary Co-op has a dynamic three-year development and enhancement plan that will see existing stores renovated and new centres built in emerging markets. (See Business Plan and Management Discussion and Analysis.)
Our Vision, Mission and Values
Our Vision: To be the premier shopping destination in the communities we serve.
Our Mission: To provide outstanding service, quality products, superior facilities and exceptional value.
Values: Integrity, Respect, Commitment, Leadership, Community.
In addition to the Vision, Mission and Values, Calgary Co-op also adheres to the seven internationally recognized Co-operative Principles upon which all co-ops are modeled. These include:
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Voluntary and open membership. |
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Democratic member control. |
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Member economic participation. |
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Autonomy and independence. |
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Education, training and information. |
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Co-operation among co-operatives. |
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Concern for community. |
Ethical Standards
Calgary Co-op operates in accordance with the International Co-operative Alliance Statement of Co-operative Identity and its Code of Ethical Standards for Co-operation.
