Cameron Avenue Cohousing Co-operative

Step 1: Information Session

The first step in applying for membership to Cameron Avenue Co-housing Co-operative is to attend a NACHA (Northern Alberta Co-operative Housing Association) information session.

All applicants are required to attend this session, and must include copies of the receipts with their application. There is a $20 per person fee.

NACHA can be reached at 780-482-6128 or their website: www.nacha.ca

*We acknowledge that the information sessions take place only once a month, we will consider taking further steps in the application on case by case bases. However, you will need to have the certification before being offered a suite*

Step 2: Apply

Once you have attended the session, complete the application form (PDF provided for Download at the bottom of this page) and ensure that all supporting documentation is provided, this includes a copy of the NACHA information session receipt.

In order to process your application a credit check is required. Applicant(s) must provide copy of recent credit check themselves.

You can also download a copy of the application found at the bottom of this page.

E-mailed applications are preferred, however, let us know if you need accomodation for this. Please email the application documents to cameronavemembership@gmail.com.

Step 3: Interview

Once your application is completed, and all documentation is supplied, a co-op member will contact you to schedule a date for your personal interview. The interviewing members will make a recommendation regarding your approval for membership.

Following this interview your application will continue to the Board of Directors for approval.

Step 4: Accepting Your Assigned Unit & Initial Fees

Each member is required to pay $1,500.00 for his or her member shares.

A few days before you move in a mutual time for a move-in inspection will be scheduled.  It is at this time that you will be asked to sign an occupancy agreement.

You will also have to pay your first month’s housing charge as well as the balance of the member shares of $1500.00 or you will be given the option to pay $500.00 and the balance of $1000.00 over 12 months.

Once all the paperwork is looked after, and your inspection is completed, you can move your belongings into the unit.