Retail co-operatives in Western Canada were first started in the early 20th century. Since then, the Co-operative Retailing System has grown to over 170 independent, hardworking retail cooperatives. Working together, Co-ops form a Western Canadian network with 1,500 retail locations in 580 communities, serving over 1.9 million active members and millions of other customers.

As Co-op grows and evolves to serve our customers and communities better, we believe that by working together we can make good things happen. Our Social Responsibility program is part of our ongoing commitment to give back, lend a hand and do what we can to support the causes that matter most to you. Co-op has fostered a business that is centred around the customer – an organization built on the idea of being truly local and the promise of staying that way. We’re a business built for communities and about communities. We are proud to be part of your community, and we are happy to lend a hand towards projects and partnerships that are doing good things close to home. Co-op would like to give back by preserving, enhancing and beautifying the communities in which we live, work and play. COMMUNITIES IN FULL COLOUR will provide paint for projects that improve the wellbeing of our communities. Whether it be painting the old town rink or brightening up a seniors’ centre, COMMUNITIES IN FULL COLOUR will provide paint at no charge towards projects and partnerships that are important.

If your project aligns with the program’s objectives and goals as outlined on the following page, please do not hesitate to apply. On behalf of your local Co-op, we thank you for your interest in the COMMUNITIES IN FULL COLOUR paint donation program.