A Silent Transformation is a film about the transformative power of the co-operative model.
The co-operative movement was built by people who took on the responsibility for their collective well-being in the face of government neglect, economic exclusion and cultural discrimination.
As the modern economy increasingly denies vast sectors of the population basic amenities for decent life, this co-operative spirit is as critical as ever. However, over the years the co-op sector has become insular and poorly understood.
The film sets out to explore the innovative self-help efforts of diverse communities across the Province of Ontario. By addressing their needs collectively they are helping to regain the radical vision of co-operation.
In these communities are the seeds of economic democracy, global solidarity, and a new popular movement to transform society.
The license for this screening had been kindly provided by Co-operatives UK, the regional cooperative body for the UK. The screening is co-organised by Sanford Housing Co-Op and Ceramics Studio Co-op.