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Apply to become a Glassworks Co-op member

Co-op Membership gives you access to:

  • Voting privileges at AGM and member meetings

  • Member-only events

  • Members-only communications

  • Members-only online community

  • Opportunity to serve on our board and on circles (committees)

  • Educational Resources

  • Be part of a vibrant community supporting affordable, sustainable, housing and more in Owen Sound

We are currently working on developing more member perks. Please note that there are multiple payment options below. In our early years, we had a very open membership style. Our Communications and Membership Circle (in collaboration with the Board of Directors) are currently working on a new membership structure that will best suit our financial needs, be a simpler process, and remain accessible for new members. Currently you are able to choose any of the options below. All payment options will receive the same member perks.

*if you are applying on behalf of an organization we ask that you consider paying at a higher level. Discussions on a set company / organizational member fees are currently taking place.

New Member approval is voted on at monthly Board meetings.


"Glassworks brings hope for a better future."

Margaret Atwood (author)

"Glassworks is a transformational community vision focused on inclusiveness, sustainability and affordability."

Calvin Brook (Principle, Brook McIllroy)


Vision: Glassworks Co-op is shaping a future where people of all ages and different means can learn, work, and live with shared values and amenities in an attainable, net-zero community.

Mission: Owen Sound Glassworks Development Co-operative Inc. exists to facilitate an attainable mixed-income, net-zero community with a range of affordable housing models, economic development projects, and environmental programs.

Values: Sustainability, Affordability, Community

With Gratitude

The Members of Glassworks Development Co-op acknowledge the Chippewas of Saugeen, and the Chippewas of Nawash, now known as the Saugeen Ojibway Nation, as the traditional keepers of the land we hold in trust.

With gratitude, we the members of Glassworks Co-op acknowledge that we are all Treaty peoples whether of indigenous, settler or of displaced descent. Together we are working as Stewards to strengthen our community and care for the land.

Learn about the land you are on here

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