The moderator, Mike Lewis, leads a round of introductions, and then explains the structure of the workshop.
Nancy Neantam, from the Chantier de l’économie Sociale, explains her work in the Canadian solidarity economy, and discusses the history and development of the movement in Quebec province.
Questions are asked about Nancy’s presentation.
Ethel Cote, from the Canadian Community Economy Development Network, explains her work in the Canadian solidarity economy in Ontario, after Mike Lewis gives a brief introduction of the foundations of the movement in Canada.
Questions are asked about Ethel’s presentation. The distinction between social economy and solidarity economy terminology is also discussed. A question is also asked about technical training.
More discussion ensues about technical training, creating cooperative organizations, and solidarity finance.