About Us

In 1945, a group of Saskatchewan wheat farmers decided to pool their collective resources to start an insurance co-operative. In those first years, many Saskatchewan Wheat Pool field men wore two hats: carrying out the business of the Wheat Pool and selling life insurance for the new company.

The Co‑operators greatest fundamental strengths are its co-operative structure and community-based approach. The co-operative spirit which inspired their founders almost 60 years ago continues to guide the organization today and into the future.

The Co-operators Group Limited is a 100% Canadian-owned company with over 60 years of history as a co-operative. Our member-owners are co-operatives, credit unions and like-minded organizations, representing a variety of sectors and regions across the country. Our focus extends beyond increasing profits and share values, to a concern for satisfying the needs of clients, staff members, member-owners, and communities.