Share in Our Profits

2025-2026 Allocation

At North Central Co-op we believe in sharing our success with our member-owners who make it possible. When North Central Co-op (Co-op) generates a profit, a portion may be returned to member-owners through an annual equity allocation—either paid as a cash dividend or retained in our membership reserve*. The amount allocated each year depends on our financial performance, planned investments, and long-term growth objectives.

We are pleased to report positive financial progress for this year ending January 31, 2026, total sales exceeded $432 million which resulted in positive net savings of $113,000. While modest and not sufficient to support a meaningful allocation to all our members this year, these results represent a $3 million improvement over the prior year and reflect the impact of disciplined operational improvements across the organization.

Despite this positive progress, the Co-op will not be able to provide a general cash or equity allocation for the 2025–2026 fiscal year. As responsible financial stewards, we remain committed to making thoughtful, and at times difficult, decisions that prioritize the long-term health and sustainability of the organization. In the current environment, this includes strengthening our financial position and continuing to work closely with our partners at Federated Co-operative Limited (FCL) to enhance performance across our operations.

For many of our 150K plus members, however, being part of North Central Co-op is about more than dollars and cents. It is about belonging to something bigger. It is about supporting a locally owned Canadian, member-driven business that is deeply invested in the communities we serve.

Every time our member-owners choose to shop at North Central Co-op, they help create local jobs opportunities, support local growers and producers, and contribute to community initiatives that make our region stronger. These are the values that have guided our Co-op for generations. For more than 80 years, North Central Co-op has proudly served our communities, delivering value to our members while helping build a stronger future for the places we call home.

In addition to potentially earning equity, as a member-owner, you can take advantage of exclusive offers, member-only savings, and other benefits throughout the year. Together, we're proving that a locally owned Canadian business can thrive even during challenging times while creating value for its members and communities.

Every purchase keeps dollars local. The more you support North Central Co-op, the more we can reinvest in our communities, our member-owners, and our shared future.

Thank you to all our loyal member-owners for continuing to support your local Co-op as we work to build a resilient, sustainable future together. You can view your equity statements in the Co-op app, under membership > view membership details > equity statements.

Support your Co-op in more ways than one. 

When you purchase more than one of our products or services, your investment grows, and you help keep more money in your community. Any profits realized within the year are shared with you and your community. Annually, equity is shared with our members either as a cash dividend or held in our membership reserve. Like other investments, allocation depends on our overall annual performance, future investments and growth objectives.