What are regional federations and what do they do?
Federations are local associations of housing co-operatives and other co-operative organizations. Like any co-operative, they receive their mandate from their members. There are now 15 regional federations in the country, including Quebec. In the last decade, some federations have closed, two federations merged, while in other regions, co-ops have made different arrangements to ensure that their members receive services. Currently (2009) there is one regional federation in British Columbia, two in Alberta, five in Ontario, six in Quebec and one in Newfoundland and Labrador. Federations typically earn revenue from membership dues, fees for services, income from investment programs and other commercial services, and transfers from CHF Canadas Shared Revenue Program. They provide networking opportunities, train members and staff and provide a variety of services. Federation services may include any or all of education, newsletters, vacancy listings, consultation, public and government rel
