STARTING A BUYING CLUB

What is a Buying Club?

A Buying Club is a group of individuals and families who get together to buy directly from the wholesaler. By buying directly from the distributor, Buying Club members save money and get access to the products they want.

To get your own club started you need to have at least five adult members. Often a Buying Club begins with five households or five families. There is no maximum number of members. If you aren’t able to get a group of people together, there is also the option of joining up with an existing club.

How do I start my own club?

Once you have a group of 5 or more people together, just fill in the application form provided below. Fax or mail the application to us and we will set up a Buying Club account for you. You can start ordering shortly thereafter.

Download Application Form (PDF Format)

For more information on starting or joining a Buying Club, email us at buyclub@onfc.on.ca or call 905-507-2021 x228 or 1-800-387-0354 x228.

Does it cost money to start up a club?

There is a one-time membership fee of $10 charged upon approval of your application.

What does being a member mean?

We are a co-operative, which means that as a member, you are also a co-owner. As a member-owner you have the right to vote, participate on the ONFC committees, and run for election on the Board of Directors. Not only do members get access to wholesome, natural foods at affordable prices and a member discount, they have a voice in how the organization is run. Member participation is the strength that makes ONFC a vibrant, grassroots organization.