Released on October 15, 2013
Today the Government of Saskatchewan led the province in congratulating Saskatchewan co-operatives for their contribution to growing the economy and social programs across the province by proclaiming Saskatchewan Co-operative Week from October 13-19.
“Co-ops continue to expand the reach of their services and the depth of their programs by keeping a firm finger on the economic pulse of Saskatchewan and responding accordingly,” Social Services Minister June Draude said on behalf of Economy Minister Bill Boyd. “The co-ops have, over the years, proven to be a reliable partner in the economic growth of the province and we look forward to more investments from the sector.”
According to the Saskatchewan Co-operative Association, which is leading the festivities in the province, there are close to 1,200 co-operatives operating in virtually every economic and social sector. In Saskatchewan co-ops are involved in agricultural supplies, community development, financial services, retail services, child care, health care and recreation. Co-op week events are posted on www.sask.coop.
In a survey of top 100 businesses in the province, co-ops occupy a quarter of the list. In addition, the sector provides jobs to more than 15,000 people and controls billions of dollars in assets.
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For more information, contact:
Deb Young
Economy
Regina
Phone: 306-787-4765
Email: deb.young@gov.sk.ca