2021 POLICY ISSUES 2022 POLICY ISSUES

As the Kootenay Carshare model charges drivers by the hour and by the KM so if someone needs to borrow a truck for 2-3 hours to get wood or go to the transfer station, this makes it an affordable solution. [...] The co-op has only just begun this conversation with ICBC and have yet to find the right person to talk to about changing the policy to allow an hourly insurance rate compared to the day rate. [...] Recommended Action: Advocate to the LCRB and/or the minister of Public Safety and Solicitor General for regulatory changes to the Liquor Control and Licensing Act to allow Otter Co-op to retail liquor under its co-op brand. [...] While full removal of the restriction would allow for the greatest growth potential, adjusting the requirement down would retain the original intent of the law and still open potential for international growth. [...] Advocate to the Canada Revenue Agency and the federal Department of Finance to ensure co-operative shave the option of applying online for a business number.