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About the C.E.C.
Nestled away in 98-acres of Carolinian forest,
a retreat for those inspired by co-operation,
sustainability, learning & leadership.
With the C.E.C. we're excited to be able to fill a great need for sector,
and assist in facilitating relationships and ideas that will build a better world.
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The Co-operative Education Centre was created with a simple goal in mind:
to provide co-operators, community leaders and changemakers with an
inspiring and serene space to create and collaborate.
To play.
To build.
To connect.
To come together on grand plans,
beneath a brilliant sky, or beside a roaring fire.
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Site Features
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- 8 cabins, up to 6 guests per cabin
- Communal hall for workshops, talks & screenings
- Outdoor event tent for 100+ guests
- Commercial-grade kitchen
- Sound system, LCD projectors and screens
- Breakout meeting rooms
- Walking trails throughout the grounds
- Large open fields for team challenges & games
Located near Aylmer, Ontario at the Gay Lea Dairy Museum,
the C.E.C. is an ideal venue to host workshops, retreats,
conferences and celebrations, with features including:
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LINKS & RESOURCES
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Whether you're new to the co-operative sector or a seasoned veteran, THIS LINK will lead you to our thorough and ever-evolving library of valuable co-op resources, webpages and info about our passionate and pioneering sector.
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"United there is little we cannot do in a
host of cooperative ventures."
- John F. Kennedy
LOCATION & CONTACT INFO
48075 Jamestown Line R.R. #2,
Aylmer, Ontario, Canada, N5H 2R2
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