Our Investment Co-op

Supporting the East Kootenay Columbia Investment Community

Growing Our Community Together

Community Investment Co-ops as an investment model have been around for decades with proven community impact and results.

The longer a dollar can circulate within the region, the more significant its economic impact. The Investment Co-op is a for-profit cooperative corporation owned and governed by residents.

Our

History

The Investment Co-op was incorporated on December 30th, 2016, with 107 founding members. During January and February 2017, the Investment Co-op raised a significant amount of capital from its members. We issued the first loan in April 2017 in collaboration with Community Futures Central Kootenay.

The

Mission

The mission of the Investment Co-op is twofold: to provide residents with a mechanism to invest directly into local businesses and projects and assist these ventures in attaining their fiscal goals.

Community

Vision

We envision the Investment Co-op as a leader in rural British Columbia’s local investment sector. The Investment Co-op will contribute to a supportive, resilient and diversified local economy by redirecting local capital into Kootenay Columbia businesses.

Our residents will see the full social, environmental and economic impacts of their investments growing at home, businesses will have access to an additional source of capital, and community relationships, civic pride and knowledge will naturally deepen.

EKCCIC Co-op Governance

A Board of Directors, elected by the membership, oversees the operation of the Investment Co-op. An Investment Committee consisting of Directors and members oversees the investment applications and due diligence process.

How Does This Work?

Members of the Investment Co-op pool their money together to create a revolving loan fund.

Local ventures who demonstrate an ability for community impact and sustainable operations apply to the Investment Co-op for financing.

The Investment Co-op assists eligible ventures with business development supports, and if necessary, advocates to other local lenders to collaboratively finance these businesses.

The Investment Co-op works closely with loan recipients to provide them with mentorship, promotion, and referrals to other ongoing business development services.

Put Your Money Where Your Life Is

It’s time to start creating a community impact. Our for-profit Co-operative Association registered in British Columbia, can help you earn dividends, while making a difference where you live.

Become A Member