Organic Advocate

This membership type is designed for individuals passionate about organics, this membership offers exclusive access to resources, events, and opportunities to advocate for sustainable, ethical, and organic food systems. By joining, you’ll become part of a community dedicated to advancing the Ontario organic sector, supporting farmers, and fostering a more sustainable and ethical food system.

As an Organic Advocate, you’ll contribute to a movement that prioritizes environmental stewardship, healthier ecosystems, and climate resilience. Your membership supports important ecological farming practices while advocating for food systems rooted in integrity, transparency, and care for people and the planet.

NOTE: This membership type was formerly called the Individual Membership.

Membership Benefits:
- Benefit from member-only rates for OCO events, like the Guelph Organic Conference
- Score exclusive deals on digital magazine subscriptions
- Get recognized on OCO's website & in annual report
- Advance sector-leading research in Ontario's organic sector
- Get invited to Organic Advocate-only events
- Be part of a diverse community built on shared values
- Stay in the loop with OCO's monthly organic E-News
- Explore exclusive member-only resources, like OCO's Organic Consumer Resource Kit, including:

• Organic shopping guides
• Guides to sustainable food labels
• Educational resources that provide detailed explanations of sustainable farming practices, such as crop rotation, composting, and integrated pest management