Letter of intent for Gullivers Quality Books & Toys

Gullivers Quality Books & Toys has been the hub of North Bays writing and reading community since 1986 and the time has come for the owners Suzanne and Bernard Brooks to retire. A group of citizens has organized to form a co-operative to purchase the store and prevent the closure of this cultural gem. Not only is it a launching pad for some 100+ local writers, but it is a multicultural hub where First Nations, French and English literature is available. In order to purchase the operational business and run it in financial stability, $ 150 000 needs to be raised. For this, future member commitments are needed to move forward with the project.

What are the perks of becoming a member of the Northern Book Coop?

business democratically controlled by local people who need the service to stay available
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A strong support network, regionally, provincially, nationally an internationally Local books, greeting cards, calendars: opportunity to vote on what should be made available Multicultural English, French and First Nations titles Access to Local books, launches and signings Membership advantages such as advance notice of sales and events, and memberonly activities Opportunities for community involvement and learning experiences

Membership is a one time fee.

I will buy an Individual membership at$ 25 ________ I am committing to becoming a member and investing in a co-op to take over Gullivers Quality Books & Toys at $25. __________ I will make a donation $_________________ I will invest $_____________________ in preferential shares. (Dividends depend on co-op board decision) I will volunteer_____________ Please specify on back of this sheet what you would volunteer for, eg serve on the board, work on a committee, focus group, work in the store, events committee.

Please send filled letter to Gullivers Quality books and toys In person: 157 Main street west, North Bay By email: mail@gulliversbookstore.com
By Fax: 705-495-0449 More info at meeting, Thursday July 18 2013, 7:30 PM @ North Bay Legion, 174 First Avenue West

I would like to arrange a group or corporate membership for my business, organization, agency, or other group.__________ Please name the group_________________________________________ Name_______________________________________________________ Phone_____________________________________ Email_____________________________________________

PLEASE RETURN COMPLETED FORM BY JULY 26th

Please send filled letter to Gullivers Quality books and toys In person: 157 Main street west, North Bay By email: mail@gulliversbookstore.com
By Fax: 705-495-0449 More info at meeting, Thursday July 18 2013, 7:30 PM @ North Bay Legion, 174 First Avenue West