Karma Co-op Grocery Store
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Title: Karma Co-op
URL Source: https://www.karmacoop.org/
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A healthier food system is just around the corner…
Karma Co-op is a member-owned, democratic, not-for-profit grocery store that offers ethically sourced, fairly priced, delicious food while reducing waste, supporting local growers, and giving you peace of mind at every meal.
In 1972, a group of Torontonians founded a food store for a community of actively participating members who felt a connection to the food they ate and the people who grew it. Together, they would be able to exercise political and economic control over their food and help to build a more win-win food system.
Fifty years later, that idea feels more relevant than ever: Consolidation within the grocery industry has led to a fundamental misalignment between the interests of the big chain grocery stores and everyday citizens. The way these companies profited during the pandemic only underscored this imbalance.
At Karma, every decision is made in the interest of our shoppers and members. That means you can count on competitive pricing, minimal footprint, maximal quality, and the knowledge that you’re part of the solution.
NEW, SIMPLIFIED MEMBERSHIP PROCESS
Come see if Karma is right for you — with no obligation.
Our warm, welcoming community invites you to visit the store for one month of trial shopping at member prices. You can then decide whether a membership is right for you, and of course staff (and most members!) are only too happy to answer any questions you have along the way. Stop by today!
As a member of Karma Co-op, you’re also an owner. That’s both a privilege and a responsibility — but overwhelmingly, members report that their involvement in the Co-op adds real value to their lives.
"I love that I'm an owner of the co-op and that it runs on trust."
------------------------------------------------------------------Bob
Member since 1978"Shopping at Karma is more than the products on the shelves."
-------------------------------------------------------------Sadie
Member since 2011"Consuming doesn't have to be a necessary evil — it can be an expression of hope."
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------Jim
Member since 1991"Eating more seasonally and ethically is a piece of cake at Karma."
-------------------------------------------------------------------Catherine
Member since 2013"The benefits are immediate and grow throughout the life of your membership."
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Andrea
Member since 1991"Karma stands as an example of treating food as a commons rather than commodity."
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Paul
Member since 1997"I can shop in a fun environment and choose products that are good for me, the people who produce them, and the environment."
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Lauren
Member since 2014"There are always new things to discover at Karma... Shopping becomes a deeper, multi-layered experience."
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Noreen
Member since 2012"I love the spirit of Karma and knowing there is a community of people trying to make their little corner of the world a little better.”
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Brendan
Member since 2013
“What we need is a Karma-like co-operative in every neighbourhood in North America.”
— JANE JACOBS
RECIPES THAT DELIGHT AND INSPIRE
Taste and nutrition go together at Karma
Enjoy mealtimes with our members’ culinary recreations
EVENTS
Take a workshop, learn a skill!
Explore upcoming workshops,
or let us know about an event you’d like to see or facilitate!
Make someone’s day.
Strengthen the Co-op.
Look at you making the world a better place!
Attention passionate members: This year, introduce a friend or neighbour to Karma with a gift card. Available in $25 or $50 denominations, each card comes with an envelope and Karma sticker. Recipients are free to shop at Karma and are under no obligation to become members — though we’ll be sure to extend to them the warmest of welcomes so don’t be surprised if they do!
Available in store now.
