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North Central Co-op Appoints Candace Kline as Chief Executive Officer

February 25, 2026

As North Central Co-op celebrates its 80th anniversary of serving members and communities across the region, the Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Candace Kline, CPA, MSc, MA, as the organization’s new Chief Executive Officer effective May 4th, 2026.

Candace brings more than sixteen years of progressive leadership experience in financial governance, operational management, and strategic transformation. Since joining North Central Co-op in 2017, she has played a critical role in strengthening the organization’s financial foundation and strategic discipline, most recently serving as Chief Financial Officer.

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North Central Co-op Celebrates 80 Years

February 1, 2026

2026 marks North Central Co-op's 80th year in business. Starting as a humble meat locker in Stony Plain, North Central Co-op has expanded into the thriving member-owned organization we know today.

Eighty years later, we honour the founding families and early members whose cooperative spirit laid the foundation for generations of success. Their belief in community and working together continues to guide North Central Co-op as we proudly serve our members today and into the future.

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Edmonton Co-op Pharmacies Partner with NorthernStar Mothers Milk Bank

May 6, 2025

NorthernStar Mothers Milk Bank and North Central Co-op are excited to announce a new partnership to offer pasteurized human donor milk through the Chappelle and Hawkstone Co-op Pharmacies.

This life-saving initiative will provide a muchneeded local option for families in the Edmonton area who require donor milk for their babies. NorthernStar Mothers Milk Bank is Canada’s only community-based milk bank, providing screened, pasteurized donor milk to fragile and ill babies in hospitals and in the community. While the organization has long supported Edmonton-area hospitals, this partnership marks the first time donor milk will be available directly to families through retail pharmacies in the city.

The new dispensary locations mean families can access donor milk without paying for shipping, which is particularly helpful when only a small amount is needed. With extended hours and weekend availability, Co-op Pharmacies offer greater convenience and peace of mind for parents needing immediate support.

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