Local Experiences of Cooperative Formation: A Hamilton Case Study

Abstract

<p>By examining the local experiences of one of Hamilton's housing cooperatives, this research paper analyzes and explains the actions of those who were involved with the cooperative and shows two main aspects of the cooperative. First, in forming and locating the cooperative, an opposition minimizing strategy was employed to minimize external opposition to the cooperative. Second, problems experienced in program delivery were found to have a detrimental effect upon the members of the cooperative, problems that need to be addressed to ensure the survival of the cooperative.</p>