Join us for a warm & inspiring evening of celebration and connection to mark the anniversary milestones of three local co-operatives.

Wrapping up the UN’s International Year of Co-operatives, this salon-style event will include short documentary screenings, a book pre-launch, and on-stage conversations with local co-operators.

The Royal on Baker Street, Nelson, BC
Monday, November 17th | 6:00 PM
Free & open to the public, family-friendly until 9pm

Kootenay Co-op Radio’s 25th Anniversary

Sneak peeks, a digital preview and pre-sales of I Know Your Voice — a photobook celebrating 25 Years of Kootenay Co-op Radio, with Nods to its Co-op Neighbours, featuring the photographs of Fred Rosenberg.

Screening of Hear it Talk: Hear it Sing — a 2005 documentary about the blossoming West Kootenay bluegrass scene, born from Kootenay Co-op Radio’s Pickin’ and Grinnin’ radio show.

Kootenay Co-op’s 50th Anniversary

Documentary Screening of More Than a Grocery Store – celebrating fifty years of food, friendship and local resilience.

Nelson & District Credit Union’s 75th Anniversary

Honouring 75 years of service and community impact, supporting growth and cooperation across Nelson, Rossland, the East Shore, and beyond!

And More:

Onstage interviews, door prizes, and a chance to mingle with cooperators from across the region.
The Upper Columbia Co-op Council will showcase their New & Free Governance & Policy Co-op Toolbox.
It’s Burger Month at The Royal — come hungry for delicious eats!
All Are Welcome — Bring your Friends — Don’t miss the Co-op Celebration of a generation!