Membership Explained

MEMBERSHIP IS NOT REQUIRED TO SHOP AT COMMON GROUNDS OTTAWA.  HOWEVER, THERE ARE DISTINCT BENEFITS IN JOINING!

Becoming a member of Common Grounds Ottawa means joining a growing network of home roasters focused on community, connection, sustainability and education. Membership grants you access to green specialty coffees from around the world in quantities not otherwise available to home roasters at wholesale cost.

How Membership Works

Membership Fee

A $25 annual fee is required to gain exclusive access to member benefits including making purchases during our wholesale buying windows. 

What the Fee Covers

It pays for administration costs, materials, and event-related expenses. 

Common Grounds Ottawa - Buying  Philosophy

Common Grounds aims to provide a reliable, diverse, sustainable and affordable supply of specialty green coffee.

Core Offerings: We maintain an essential selection from the three largest growing regions: Africa, Asia Pacific, and the Americas.

Micro-lot Reserve Offerings: We choose specialty lot coffees and they are regularly featured in the member offer sheet and available while quantities last in our product catalogue for consumer purchases. These are chosen by the members usually based on profile, specific producer, or seasonality. 

Quantities & Frequency: Green coffee is sold during the buying window in 1 kilogram quantities to facilitate distribution and avoid competing with traditional retail offerings. 

As a member, you are notified of offers and deadlines via a dedicated email notification, the members forum, and the home page.

Events  

Roastings & Cupping Events:  Common Grounds Ottawa hosts other member, networking, education and cupping events throughout the year. Your participation cost is free base on availability (though a nominal material cost may apply).