From a caisse to an integrated financial group
The first caisse is established in Lévis. Several other caisses are founded shortly thereafter. The structure of a cooperative network takes form and takes root. In regions and cities alike, a new movement develops to bring people together and take charge.
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Historical context which nurtured the advent of the first caisse populaire. |
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The first caisse populaire was founded in Lévis on December 6, 1900, by Alphonse Desjardins and a small group of fellow citizens. Timeline. |
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After Alphonse Dejardins' death, his collaborators took over. Timeline. |
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The early 1940's were characterized by extremely rapid growth for the caisses. Timeline. |
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Fascinated by the importance, the size, and the innovative character of the Group, Québecers came aboard with massive support, rapidly increasing the number of members. Timeline. |
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Desjardins Group reorganized its subsidiaries and red-designed the caisse network. Timeline. |
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