The Canadian Association of Family Enterprise (CAFE) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the well being of the family in business. It was founded in 1983 by 14 entrepreneurs on the premise that family businesses share unique experiences not necessarily found in non-family businesses. Over the years, CAFE has grown nationally to include 15 chapters, from Halifax to Vancouver Island.
“I have been a member of a CAFE Personal Advisory Group and found it really interesting. I was surprised to hear so many other family businesses face the same problems and successes that we do. Being involved in CAFE put our antennas up with regard to the succession issue. Hearing other people’s stories about the process of transitioning company ownership has been really beneficial in helping us make sure we’re on track with our planning
