ACCESS Shared Services

Happy Thanksgiving from ACCESS Shared Services. Grateful for Alberta’s co-ops and nonprofits that make our communities stronger every day.

Social purpose orgs, you don’t have to do it all. ACCESS provides shared services like HR, IT, and finance so you can focus on your mission. ✔️ Save time ✔️ Cut costs ✔️ Stay mission-focused Learn more: sharedservices.coop/shared-services

Don’t miss it! The Alberta Co-operative Conference is where co-ops, credit unions, and community leaders come together to learn, connect, and lead. Register today to save your spot!

@CoopAlberta We're proud to support co-ops!

ACCA members can access Managed IT services through ACCESS Shared Services. Secure, reliable, and built for co-ops. Learn more: acca.coop/member-benefits

@CoopAlberta We look forward to supporting your members.

Need HR help? ACCA members have access to expert HR services through @access_coop Shared Services! ✔️ Policies ✔️ Recruitment ✔️ Workplace support Explore the benefit: acca.coop/member-benefits

@CoopAlberta @CLGas_Coop Congrats, Brad!

Join us in welcoming Brad Mason as the new Chair of ACCA’s Board of Directors! As GM of @CLGas_Coop Cochrane Lake Gas Co-op, Brad brings deep experience in rural co-op leadership. We’re excited for what’s ahead!

@CoopAlberta We're proud to support the Alberta Co-operative Conference and grateful to be recognized as a sponsor. At ACCESS, we believe in the power of co-operation to build stronger, more resilient communities. We’re excited to stand alongside others who share that vision.

Big thanks to ACCESS Shared Services, our Major Sponsor of the Alberta Co-operative Conference! @access_coop support strengthens Alberta’s co-op sector every day. acca.coop/legacy-builders

Clean spaces. Stocked desks. Lower costs. Save 10–20% on office & cleaning supplies with ACCESS’s group buying partners: ✅ Staples ✅ Hamster 2M ✅ Imperial Dade sharedservices.coop/group-buying

New to ACCESS? We’re a member-led agency supporting Alberta’s co-ops and nonprofits with shared services in HR, IT, accounting & more—so you can focus on your mission. sharedservices.coop

BOARD SPOTLIGHT: Sandy Nelson | North Parkland Power Co‑op @power_rea Decades of rural electrification experience + a passion for community ownership = invaluable guidance for ACCESS. Thanks for leading the way, Sandy!

Stop overpaying for shipping. ACCESS members save up to 74% with Purolator through our Group Buying Program. Fast. Flexible. Affordable. sharedservices.coop/group-buying

Co-ops & nonprofits: Want access to HR, IT, finance & more—at affordable rates? Join ACCESS to get shared services, group buying, & a mission-driven support network. sharedservices.coop/membership

Is your tech protected? 1. Do you have proactive IT support? 2. Are your systems monitored & updated? 3. What’s your plan if your tech fails? If you’re unsure, we can help: sharedservices.coop/managed-it

BOARD SPOTLIGHT: Patrice Gauthier has been with ACCESS since the beginning, representing @econocoop. His co-op finance & governance expertise continues to help guide our work with nonprofits & co-ops across Alberta. Thank you, Patrice!

Calling all HR, IT, accounting & marketing pros! ACCESS is growing its Service Provider Network—connect with purpose-driven co-ops & nonprofits. sharedservices.coop/service-provid…

Happy Canada Day from the ACCESS team! Today, we celebrate community, connection, and the spirit of collaboration that defines co-ops and nonprofits across this country.

Need a new website—or a better one? ACCESS offers website design & hosting built for co-ops and nonprofits. Affordable. Secure. Easy to manage. sharedservices.coop/website

BOARD SPOTLIGHT: Meet Graeme Dearden from @VolunteerAB (Volunteer Alberta)! As a board member, Graeme brings nonprofit insight and a passion for collaboration to the ACCESS team. Thanks for your leadership, Graeme!

Flat tire? Dead battery? Locked out? RoadAider has your back. 24/7 roadside assistance—at group buying rates for co-ops & nonprofits. sharedservices.coop/road-aider

What’s a nonprofit? An organization that serves a mission, not profit. Revenue goes back into programs and the community, not shareholders. ACCESS supports nonprofits with shared HR, accounting, IT & more. sharedservices.coop