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The Update - Community Futures Ontario Newsletter - May 2018

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Table of Contents

 Feature Article

Update - Annual CF Ontario Provincial Conference 2018

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Hotel Registration Information

There are 2 hotels to choose from this year. We have blocked space at The Senator Hotel & Conference Centre and Holiday Inn Express & Suites.

Sponsorship Proposal

If you know anyone interested in sponsoring and/or exhibiting at the 2018 Community Futures Ontario Provincial Conference, the 2018 CF Ontario Provincial Conference is a unique opportunity for organization to connect with up to 250 leading professionals whose work supports rural economic development across the province of Ontario.

Awards Nomination Criteria

The criteria for the Excellence Awards and the Entrepreneur of the Year Award are up on our website. Send in your nominations by 4pm Friday, June 29th, 2018 at the latest to be considered. We look forward to seeing all the entries!


 News and Community

Campaign for Bill C-344

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Thank you to those who have already supported our national, bilingual campaign for Bill C-344.

  • Last month, the Bill passed the Report Stage in the House of Commons.
  • This month, MPs will vote on Bill C-344, which would allow a social value to be included alongside federal infrastructure investments.
  • Let's urge them to pass Bill C-344 to support healthier communities and a more inclusive economy.

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2018 Rural Ontario Summit

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The Ministry of Agriculure, Food and Rural Affairs has just released their summary report on, Building a Stronger Rural Ontario, that covers the outcomes of the events, discussions and opportunities held at the 2018 Summit. You can access the full report through the ministry’s website by clicking HERE.



The Rural Employment Initiative

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The Rural Employment Initiative (REI) continues to support rural Ontario communities; Find out more about The Newcomer Centre of Peel's initiative by clicking on the pdf below.

pdfRural_Employment_Initiative_in_Prince_Edward_County.pdf


 Lessons Learned and Best Practices

EDCO Webinar on Agri-tourism

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SAVE THE DATE! 

OFA Webinar Community of Practice - Enhancing Agri-Tourism & Culinary Initiatives in Your Community

Wednesday June 13, 2018 10:30a.m. - 12:00p.m.

Join the webinar to discuss: 

  • What's new for Ontario agri-tourism
  • Considerations when planning an agri-tourism or culinary initiative
  • How to engage partners and how to market your initiative
  • Hurdles to avoid and best practices for success

For more information, contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.



Social Procurement Accelerated Certificate from Social Enterprise Institute is Live

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Common Good Solutions and Buy Social Canada have launched a new Accelerated Certificate in Social Procurement. 

If you're a professional in Procurement, Social Enterprise, Government Policy, Social Value or Corporate Social Responsibility this certificate was built for you. 

See the full course description and register here. 



The Northern Policy Institute Release

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The Northern Policy Institute released an article on “Best Practices for Community-based Regional Economic Development in Ontario’s North”; Outlining their mission “to stimulate economic and social growth”. Some of the CFs mentioned in the report include: Manitoulin Island (currently run by Lambac), East Algoma CFDC, Waubetek Business Development Corporation, South Temiskaming CFDC, lake of the Woods Business Incentive Corporation, Chukuni CDC, and Patricia Area Community Endeavours.

You can access the release and the article on our website by clicking HERE.



Breaking Through the Clutter

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Breaking Through the Clutter

"In a world of fierce competition where every news aggregate, service provider and promotional agency is fighting for your members’ attention, the landscape can be dangerous for associations. How can you keep members engaged and willfully paying membership dues every year if they have no idea what you are doing for them?" (Grynol 2018)

You can find the whole article by Susie Grynol (CAE), from the Canadian Society of Association Executives, by clicking HERE


 HR and Career Development

Omega Performance

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Learn about the importance of the "Asset Conversion Cycle" and other business learning fundamentals through training courses on Omega.

Find more HERE.



3 employee communications mistakes you must avoid

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Looking to improve communications within your business? Have a look at the advice Business Development Bank of Canada has for you by clicking the link below.

www.bdc.ca


 Social Media and Website

Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation

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CRRF IS A CHARITABLE INSTITUTION COMMITTED TO BETTERING THE LIVES OF RURAL CANADIANS.

The Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation (CRRF) was established in 1989 to contribute to the revitalization and sustainability of rural Canada through collaborative research for rural leaders in the community, private sector, and in all levels of government. CRRF works to create credible insights and to improve our understanding of issues and opportunities that are of common interest to rural residents across Canada.



2016 Census of Population

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Remember to consider your audience; acces census data HERE.


 Across Ontario

2018 nominations now open - Small Business Health and Safety Leadership Awards

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Nominate your own business or one in your community or association. Tell us about your health and safety practices, how you do inspections, deal with hazards and support employees to return to work.

The top three businesses will receive a cash prize - $5,000 (gold), $3,000 (silver), $2,000 (bronze) - and be recognized at the WSIB Annual General Meeting. The first place winner will also be featured in a promotional video.  Read the Small Business Health and Safety Leadership Award Guidelines to find out if you qualify and to learn about the nomination process.

For more information:

EmailThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. 
Phone: 416-344-4046



Ontario Tech Opportunities Platform

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The Ontario Tech Opportunities Platform on Magnet Today can provide your technology-focused small or medium-sized business with procurement opportunities To help grow your business.

Sign up today to create your company’s profile & receive tailored info about procurement opportunities, networking events and conferences.

http://ow.ly/A5Dr30j7Tka


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