The HCCC was formed in November 1998 with a mandate to encourage, develop and support initiatives that contribute to the social, cultural, environmental and economic well-being of Haliburton County and its residents. The Co-op grew out of the discussions of a diverse group of community members who came together to investigate how to create new wealth that could be re-invested in initiatives that benefit the community.
Co-op Initiatives
Welcome to the Haliburton County Community Cooperative, where diversity is celebrated.
We encourage our parts to carry on their activities in an open,
inclusive and accessible fashion for those wishing to be a part of their management committees and programs regardless of: ancestry, colour, race, ethnicity, place of origin, creed, religion, disability, family or marital status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression.
Together we build a co-operative spirit that thrives on respect,
understanding, and collaboration, ensuring that every member feels heard, included and empowered and safe.
Join us in creating a vibrant, accessible and welcoming community where diversity is embraced and celebrated as an essential part of our shared strength and unity.
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We respectfully acknowledge that the Haliburton County Community Co-operative and all its projects and programs operate in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations and also within the traditional, unceded territories of the Algonquin Nation.
The area now known as the Haliburton Highlands, has always been called, "Gidaaki", by the Anishinaabe.
We respectfully acknowledge that the Williams Treaties First Nations and the Algonquin Nation are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity, and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come. Our treaty relationship and responsibilities to the people and the land calls on all of us to respect, reflect, learn and take action for continued stewardship and relationship building.
We also recognize the contributions of Métis, Inuit, and other Indigenous peoples in shaping and strengthening our province and country as a whole.
The intent and spirit of the treaties that form the legal basis of Canada bind us to share the land “for as long as the sun shines, the grass grows and the rivers flow.”
This recognition of the contributions and historic importance of Indigenous peoples must also be clearly and overtly connected to our collective commitment to make the promise and the challenge of Truth and Reconciliation real in our communities, and in particular to bring justice for murdered and missing indigenous women and girls across our country.