Tagline: Mandatory member labour is back and there’s many exciting opportunities for you to contribute to your co-op!
Hi Everyone,
I hope you’re getting safe and warm!
Just a note to let you know that we have reinstated mandatory working hours for all working members for February and going forward. As the world is opening up again, so is Karma! And we’re increasing our store capacity to 8 shoppers.
We would really appreciate members’ support. We have a number of opportunities available! For in-store, opening and closing shifts are the best way to support the co-op and staff. You may sign up for work shifts here.
For those who prefer working outside of the store, the co-op’s Board of Directors and committees are accepting new members to work virtually on a number of exciting initiatives. For more information or to join one of these committees, please reach out to the representatives listed below.
Take care,
Alli Floroff
Interim General Manager
Committee Opportunities
50th Anniversary Planning
We’re planning a huge party to celebrate Karma’s 50th anniversary! Come, help us plan to ring in this milestone!
Contact: Sondra Vandervaart at 50anniversary@karmacoop.org
Anti-Oppression
We invite new members with particular interest and experience addressing systemic bias and fostering a welcoming environment where everyone is treated equitably and without judgment.
Contact: Paul DeCampo and Betsy Carter at antioppression@karmacoop.org
Community Development & Social Events
Karma is about community and building connections, whether within our co-op, neighborhood, or beyond! The Community Development and Social Events committee helps foster these relationships through on-site and community events and initiatives.
Contact: Sondra Vandervaart at community@karmacoop.org
Finance
We analyze Karma’s finances closely to monitor the co-op’s health and inform the board and staff to implement practices and policies to help ensure Karma is around for many more years to come!
Contact: Donald Altman at finance@karmacoop.org
Food Issues
We work to ensure the co-op’s product selection reflects our values, especially those outlined in the co-op’s product policy. We also conduct research on food issues to inform and engage in meaningful conversations about our food systems.
Contact: Robin Kortright and Diana Kouril at foodissues@karmacoop.org
Marketing/Communications
We’re the newest Karma Co-op committee! We’re currently working on implementing Karma’s communications plan and supporting our new Communications and Social Media Coordinator in connecting and engaging with members and the broader community through various physical and virtual platforms.
Contact: Marina Queirolo at marcom@karmacoop.org
*Other Exciting Opportunities*
Board Member Positions (2 positions)
The Board of Directors provides governance and strategic decision-making to support management and staff and ensure the co-op’s sustainability long term.
Contact: Andrea Dawber at board@karmacoop.org
Webmaster
Our webmaster maintains and updates our website as needed.
Contact: Andrea Dawber at board@karmacoop.org