Get Involved with Socodevi

Become an agent of change!

By offering your time and/or expertise, you directly contribute to sustainable projects that transform the lives of thousands of people. At Socodevi, volunteering is also a unique opportunity for sharing, learning, and personal growth.

Every contribution, big or small, makes a real difference. We recognize and value the involvement of everyone who chooses to act with us, inspiring others to get involved as well!

Volunteering

Volunteering with Socodevi means putting your skills and time toward a meaningful mission while enjoying a unique human experience. Join a community of committed people, grow your network and take part in initiatives that create lasting impact, here and around the world!

Whatever your background, interests or the amount of time you wish to dedicate, there is a way for you to contribute to Socodevi’s mission. Discover the different opportunities!

Types of volunteer involvement

Welcome members of partner co-operatives from around the world during their stay in Quebec and share an authentic experience with them. A meal, an activity or an outing can all become opportunities to build connections between co-operative networks here and abroad.

This type of volunteering is for you if…

  • You are involved in the co-operative or mutualist sector;
  • You enjoy intercultural exchanges and introducing others to Quebec;
  • You want to build meaningful human connections through shared experiences.

Mobilize your network to support Socodevi’s projects by launching your own crowdfunding campaign. Our team will support you every step of the way and help you become a true ambassador for our mission.

This type of volunteering is for you if…

  • You care about issues related to the environment, gender equality or economic empowerment;
  • You are relatively active on social media or comfortable communicating by email;
  • You enjoy mobilizing your network around a cause.

Create my crowdfunding campaign

Put your expertise to work as part of our strategic philanthropy committee. Your knowledge will help strengthen our fundraising practices and develop new approaches to support our mission.

This type of volunteering is for you if…

  • You have experience in philanthropy, business development or fundraising;
  • You enjoy developing strategies that can generate meaningful impact.

Lend a hand during activities organized by Socodevi or its partners. Whether you are helping set up a booth, supporting event logistics, taking part in a mobilization activity such as World Cleanup Day or contributing to other initiatives, your support makes a real difference.

This type of volunteering is for you if…

  • You want to get involved according to your availability;
  • You enjoy providing practical, hands-on support;
  • You are looking for a friendly experience without a long-term commitment.

Become a Socodevi ambassador at events, conferences or public activities. Represent our organization, connect with participants, share your experience or speak about your involvement to help raise awareness of our mission among different audiences.

This type of volunteering is for you if…

  • You are comfortable speaking in public;
  • You enjoy representing an organization and building connections;
  • You want to share your experience or promote Socodevi’s mission within your network and with the general public.

Join our volunteer pool

When an opportunity matching your profile, interests, language or region becomes available, we will contact you to discuss how you can get involved.

Advisory expertise

What is it?

Put your expertise to work for the development of co-operatives and mutuals internationally.

Through the principle of interco-operation, Socodevi builds connections between the co-operatives and mutuals in our network and the organizations we support through our projects around the world. We bridge the concrete needs of our partners with the exceptional know-how of our members.

By taking on an advisory assignment, you share your knowledge, support organizations in their development and contribute to lasting change. Each assignment is an opportunity to learn, exchange best practices and showcase co-operative expertise from Canada.

Who can become an expert advisor?

You can take on an assignment if you are:

  • An employee of an organization that is a member of Socodevi’s network;
  • A board member of an organization that is a member of Socodevi’s network.
Discover our member network

Our advisory assignments

Assignments cover a wide range of areas based on the needs of our projects: governance, management, agriculture, finance, insurance, food processing, marketing, organizational development and much more.

André-Lamothe Award – Advisory Expertise

For several years, Socodevi has recognized the exceptional commitment of its expert advisors through the André-Lamothe Award. Discover the individuals who have made a lasting contribution to our network through their commitment to interco-operation.

Discover the award recipients

Expert advisors making a difference

Every year, dozens of professionals put their expertise to work for our partners around the world. Discover their testimonials below and the tangible impact of their involvement.

When expertise-based volunteering builds new possibilities

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Every year, dozens of employees, representatives and leaders from our member organizations volunteer their expertise, sharing their knowledge with members of the co-operatives we support internationally.

It is a deeply transformative experience for communities and volunteers alike, fostering solidarity and reciprocity through the sharing of stories that may be different, but are always complementary.

 

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Testimonials from Those Involved

“My assignment with the SABORES project in Honduras was an unforgettable human and professional experience. I met passionate producers whose dedication inspired me. What struck me most was the genuine desire to include more women and youth in future decision-making roles. This immersion made me truly appreciate the power of international co-operation and the collective economy.”

  • Béatrice Painchaud
    Next-gen Board Member, FCFQ

“What an enriching experience! I had the chance to meet generous and warm-hearted people with whom I could share my knowledge. Together, we imagined solutions to provide women and girls better access to affordable healthcare. Feeling useful and aligned with this cause was a true gift!”

  • Richard Duguay
    Fraud Prevention Advisor, Beneva

“My experience in Senegal was incredibly inspiring and enriching. I had the honour of sharing my expertise in governance and financial analysis with highly skilled, welcoming, and deeply motivated individuals. Thank you to Socodevi and the local teams for this unforgettable experience!”

  • Julie Bélanger
    Standardization and Financial Governance, Beneva

“I lived an extraordinary experience that allowed me to meet passionate people who make a difference every day. Thank you to Socodevi and the local teams and partners for contributing to improving the well-being of communities. You are a true source of inspiration.”

  • Jean-François Barry Gosselin
    Senior Director – Financial Information, Beneva

“It may seem simple, but sharing my experience as a woman producer who also serves on the board of a co-operative brought tremendous credibility to my message. They listened so attentively because, to them, I represented a model of female success. This experience was deeply meaningful, and I feel that I brought them something valuable.”

  • Véronique Guay
    Owner of Ferme Provetaz and Board Member, VIVACO Co-operative Group

“Collaborating with Socodevi and the health insurance mutuals in Benin was an unforgettable experience. Together, we paved the way for a sustainable and inclusive future by overcoming challenges related to accessibility and education in health insurance. This mission strengthened our belief that mutualist values can truly change lives.”

  • Marie-Lou Flibotte
    Senior Director of Communications and Marketing, Humania Assurance

Club des Complices

The Club des Complices brings together a community of committed individuals who choose to provide long-term support for Socodevi’s mission. By joining the Club, you benefit from exclusive gatherings, privileged exchanges with our international teams and unique opportunities to experience the impact of your commitment firsthand.

Golf Benefit Tournament Honorary Committee

Join the Honorary Committee of Socodevi’s Golf Benefit Tournament and contribute to the success of one of our most important fundraising events.

By leveraging your network and influence, you help mobilize businesses, partners and donors around our mission. Each edition supports projects that strengthen co-operatives and mutuals, advance women’s empowerment, foster economic development and contribute to environmental protection.

Together, let’s make the tournament an even more powerful way to increase our impact.

Create your crowdfunding campaign

Whether you run, cycle, celebrate a milestone, or take on a personal challenge, create a crowdfunding campaign! Your initiative will directly support our mission.

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Tree of intercooperation: offset your carbon emissions!

Powered by Socodevi and co-operative partners, the Tree of intercooperation is a solidarity-based alternative of compensation and capture of greenhouse gas emissions, encouraging climate action, reforestation, and co-operation. Carbon offsetting is a solution designed to bring atmospheric emissions back to zero by compensating for emissions generated by our consumption, travel, and lifestyles — thanks to natural carbon sinks: trees.

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The Co-operative Offset Program

One purchase, 3 times the impact. Designed for tangible impact in Quebec, this program combines ex ante credits, reduction and sequestration projects, and tangible social and environmental benefits. A complementary approach to strengthen your climate commitment.

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