Today, our CEO, Heather Ryan, attended the Food, Fuel, Fertilizer Global Summit. Heather had the honour of moderating a discussion with industry experts titled Powering Tomorrow: Innovation in Saskatchewan’s Energy Transition. Thank you to the Saskatchewan Chamber of Commerce for the invitation.

The underlying theme of 2024 Turnaround is ‘teamwork.’ By working together – as colleagues, peers and partners – team members deliver on the collective goal of a safe and reliable operation at the Co-op Refinery.

The Retail Council of Canada has announced the finalists for the Excellence in Retailing Awards. We’re thrilled to have two projects recognized in the Philanthropic Leadership category and two projects recognized in the Retail Marketing category. #RCCERA24

When we focus on sustainable business practices, the benefits add up. In 2023, 4.46 million kg of food was diverted away from landfills to local farms to feed livestock through the Loop Program. Learn more about this program: bit.ly/3me4oj7   #EarthMonth

DYK? Our Co-op Refinery in Regina will welcome an additional 2,200 skilled trades personnel to the facility as part of 2024 Turnaround. An estimated 3,200 workers will be on site during peak times.

FCL’s Community Builders program recognizes team members who give back to their community through volunteerism. Key Account Manager Haley Engele volunteers her time to the Kinette Club of Watrous. Thanks to Haley’s dedication, FCL has donated $1,000 to the Kinette Club.

In 2023, FCL undertook a project to reduce the number of unwanted or unneeded print jobs in our offices. Through this initiative, 48,254 fewer pages were printed compared to 2022. This is the equivalent to a one-year carbon sequestration of a forest of 361 trees.  #EarthMonth

This week Saskatoon played host to Co-op leaders from across Western Canada. Our annual Spring Conference was a great opportunity to join together, learn and connect.

Safety fuels our Co-op Refinery’s 2024 Turnaround. The Turnaround team continues to emphasize the importance of planning and executing the project safely to keep workers, the site and the community safe.

As part of our commitment to sustainability, we ensure the partners we work with adhere to responsible business practices and are committed to protecting the environment. We are also engaged in initiatives to combat forced child labour. #EarthMonth

The Girls Rock Saskatoon (GRCS) is a Community Investment Fund (CIF) recipient, receiving $5,000 from our employee giving committee. GRCS helps attendees learn an instrument while increasing their creativity and self-confidence. Learn more about CIF: bit.ly/2XdknA7

DYK? 2024 Turnaround, at our Co-op Refinery, will require an estimated 840,000 person hours at an investment of more than $140 million, providing benefits to the local economy.

We’re excited to have six Co-op products named as finalists for the Retail Council of Canada Canadian Grand Prix New Product Awards! These products will be going toe-to-toe with brands from across the country. Winners will be announced at a gala on May 29. #RCCGrandPrix

FCL has focused on implementing environmentally friendly alternatives to plastics for years. Progress has been made to source alternative options and to reduce excess packaging. In 2023, we announced we'll no longer source plastic checkout bags for local Co-ops.  #EarthMonth

April is Earth Month. It’s an opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to caring for the environment. One way we're doing this is by setting the goal to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 40 per cent of 2015 levels by 2030. We are aspiring to be net neutral by 2050.

2024 Turnaround is officially underway at our Co-op Refinery! Over the next approximately 47 days, work will be performed on thousands of pieces of equipment. This work is critical to the safety and reliability of the operation. Learn more: bit.ly/3TYXWKX

The FCL Community Investment Fund supports community programs and organizations that matter to our team members. In Q1 2024, FCL employees directed $53K to 14 different organizations, including:
- West End Resource Centre
- Girls Rock Saskatoon
Learn more or apply: bit.ly/2XdknA7

FCL’s Community Builders program was developed to recognize team members who give back through volunteerism. Kathy Gallant, Communications Associate, regularly offers her time to CFCR 90.5FM Community Radio. Thanks to Kathy’s dedication, FCL donated $1,000 to CFCR.

March is Pharmacy Appreciation Month. It is a time to celebrate pharmacists and to show appreciation for the important role they play every day in our health, our communities and our lives. Please join us as we extend a heartfelt thank you to pharmacy staff across Western Canada.

At Co-op, we know everyone benefits by supporting local. That’s why we sourced almost 18 million kilograms of fresh fruit and vegetables from Western Canadian farmers in 2023. For more highlights, check out our 2023 Annual Report: bit.ly/3bY4oe5