Centre for the Study of Co-operatives - University of Saskatchewan
The Centre for the Study of Co-operatives, established in 1984, is an interdisciplinary teaching and research institute at the University of Saskatchewan. One of the key people in its formation was the then president of the university, Leo Kristjanson, who found it surprising that although co-operatives play a crucial role in all segments of the provincial economy and society, very little research was being done into their role and operation. To answer this need, Kristjanson established the centre, in conjunction with people from the co-operative sector, the university and the Government of Saskatchewan.

British Columbia Institute of Co-operative Studies : University of Victoria
The British Columbia Institute for Co-operative Studies (BCICS) is a catalyst for research, learning, and teaching about co-operative thought and practice. The Institute, founded in January 2000, is based at the University of Victoria. BCICS collaborates locally, nationally, and internationally with other post-secondary institutions, the co-operative sector, governments, individuals, and communities interested in co-operative development.

Promoting Cooperatives
The Co-operative College, in collaboration with the International Labor Organization (ILO) and the International Co-operative Alliance (ICA), have produced a guide to Recommendation 193 on the Promotion of Cooperatives.  This international policy guideline provides a framework for co-operatives for the 21st century.