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FEATURE ARTICLE
Conference update: Featured Speaker
We have the great pleasure of having Sandra McDowell joining our conference at the London Convention Centre/ RBC Place. Many Northern CFDCs took her eLeadership course and based on the overwhelmy positive response, we reached out to CuSource, who is graciously sponsoring Sandra as our guest speaker prior to our Awards Banquet on September 16th. She will be presenting “The Neuroscience of Leadership”, a section within the course that many of you found to be, in Shawn Heard’s words: “of most importance because it provides the background and context under which leadership can happen”. We look forward to taking note of her wise words along side each of you, prior to delving into what is sure to be a very memorable conference!
In other conference news, Please note that tours are filling up quickly as well as hotel bookings - we only have 8 rooms for Sunday the 15th and 9 rooms for Monday the 18th left in our reserved block! We are also confirming more sessions every day so be sure to keep up to date on the program. |
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INNOVATION
Retirement planning is dull and difficult, but we’re changing that
Borealis Fresh Farms: It Doesn't Get Fresher Than This
For two years now, Borealis Fresh Farms Inc. (BFF), a hydroponic farming facility co-founded by Marc Rodrigue and Alex Cochrane, has brought and continues to bring nutrient dense produce like kale and collard greens to Timmins and surrounding communities. Marc and Alex envision expanding access to their produce to more distant communities. Furthermore, they are eager to continue to research and optimize this project to be able to help others start up their own facility. Indeed, through agri-tech businesses like BFF, the North can help tackle food security, boost the local economy and bring delicious and nutrient rich produce to Timmins and surrounding communities.
Advanced Manufacturing Innovation
$14-million investment will enable network to grow to 10 partners, enhance its reach into the manufacturing community and support over 550 jobs A FedDev Ontario contribution of $14 million was made to Niagara College to expand the Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation (SONAMI), a network of seven post-secondary institutions that pools the resources and expertise of its members and matches them to the needs of smaller manufacturers. With new funding, SONAMI will expand its geographic reach beyond the Niagara Region by adding three new post-secondary institutions. Companies will be able to connect to a broader range of expertise and knowledge in areas such as bio-industrial manufacturing, green product manufacturing and “Industry 4.0” technologies, including digitally enabled and intelligent manufacturing. |
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NEWS & COMMUNITY
News in the North: the latest from Northern Ontario
Immigration pilot coming to five Northern cities: Eleven communities were chosen across the country to participate in a pilot project geared to increasing immigration to rural and Northern communities. Of these eleven communities, 5 are located in Northern Ontario. The communities chosen were Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie, Timmins, Sudbury and North Bay.
Canada’s Volunteer Awards program
The Canada’s Volunteer Awards program is designed to recognize the outstanding contributions of volunteers, businesses, social enterprises and non-profit organizations in improving the well-being of people and communities. The Call for Nominations for the Canada's Volunteer Awards is open until July 31, 2019. You are invited to:
In order to submit a nomination: ca/volunteer-awards Note: Under the Menu, located at the top left side of the screen on each page, you will find the CVA Guidelines, which provide a detailed description of the nomination process, as well as the contact information of the CVA Unit should you require any assistance completing your nomination.
ONN: Not for Profit Summit
The First-Ever Minister of Rural Economic Development
Rural Opportunity, National Prosperity: An Economic Development Strategy for Rural Canada "The Regional Economic Growth Through Innovation program provides funding and tailored support in communities across Canada to help create the right environment to start and grow businesses, and create strong and dynamic local economies. Actions such as the Community Futures Program, which funds local community development offices, and the Strategic Partnerships Initiative are helping communities adapt to take advantage of emerging opportunities." Read the full report and newsrelease |
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ACROSS ONTARIO
ONN: Report on Canada's nonprofit & charitable sector
On June 20, the Senate of Canada’s Special Senate Committee on the Charitable Sector released its report on Canada’s nonprofit and charitable sector - A Roadmap to a Stronger Charitable Sector.
What does the report cover? The report includes 42 recommendations that touch on the people who work and volunteer in the sector, how the sector receives money, and how it is regulated. It is a culmination of Canada-wide survey results, witness testimonies, and written submissions.
Ontario Announces Next Excellence in Agriculture Award Recipient
Celebrating the cultivation of new and innovative ideas in ontario agriculture NORWOOD - Today, Ernie Hardeman, Minister of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs, joined by David Piccini, MPP for Northumberland-Peterborough South announced Entomo Farms as a recipient of the inaugural Excellence in Agriculture Awards. As a leader in cricket powder for food products for people, pets and livestock, Entomo Farms supplies over 50 companies and has begun harvesting the cricket castings as a super fertilizer, aiming to be a zero-waste facility. Since 2015, Entomo Farms has created 30 full-time jobs, with a planned expansion of an additional 28 full-time positions. Read more HERE.
Towards a Stronger Southern Ontario Many rural communities are faced with unique challenges that can create barriers to growth, when compared with urban counterparts. These include:
Going forward, to support rural communities in Southern Ontario, FedDev Ontario is seeking rural projects to allocate funding to that will:
To apply for this dedicated support and learn more about Agency funding available, visit our Funding opportunities page.
Clean Growth Hub: Clean Technology
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LESSONS LEARNED & BEST PRACTICES
New Password Manager: 1Password
FedNor has provided funding for all our Northern CFDCs to install a password manager; which will enable our systems to have better security and cyber-protection, as well as relieve the need to remember multiple usernames and passwords. We have decided to collaborate with 1Password to provide these services, which will:
Some key features to consider of why it is important to install 1password are:
We encourage our other offices to check out 1Password and look into installing a password manager (FAQs). Additionally, here are some tips to create a strong master password.
Key Stats About Canada's Entrepreneurship Community
Startup Canada released the 2018 Canadian Entrepreneurship Census Report, which provides a snapshot of key characteristics and trends within the Canadian entrepreneurship community! Leverage findings from this report as a reliable and valuable market research tool and strategic data asset for marketing, R&D, management, and public relations.
Access Ability More than 1.85 million people in Ontario and 4.4 million people in Canada have a disability. This number is on the rise as our population ages. Accessibility is no longer an option — it’s a necessity. AccessAbility 2: A Practical Handbook on Accessible Graphic Design Revised + Supersized Second Edition Produced by RGD in Partnership with the Government of Ontario RGD produced our first edition of the Handbook in 2010 (download PDF in English and French) and then a more detailed edition for web in 2015 (download PDF in English and French).
bdc: In Business
Use the following links to improve your business: Entrepreneurial potential self-assessment - start you self assessment Expand your network, grow your business 7 guerilla marketing tips to break through to customers on a budget
Instagram for Business Webinar
We'd like to thank Vince Killen with Community Futures Ontario East for organizing a webinar with Sofie Andreou, who graciously shared her knowledge on instagram and using it to further brand awareness. During the webinar, there were chances to ask questions and share input, in which, Amber Darling brought to our attention that Canva Pro is available free of charge to Non-Profits. The webinar can be found here if you missed it, the password is: cfeo2019
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HR & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
bdc: Entrepreneurs mental health and well being
Earlier this year, I asked for your help in disseminating the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) survey on the well-being of entrepreneurs to your respective network. Today, as a valued partner, we are pleased to share the obtained results. "Going it Alone: the mental health and well-being of entrepreneurs in Canada" highlights some challenges that entrepreneurs are facing:
Acces the full study HERE.
Congrats LAMBAC on receiving over 1M in funding!
A big congratulations goes out to LAMBAC, who was successful in their application on behalf of all Northern CFDCs in Ontario for funding of $1,373,000 to support Women in Business. The announcement, made last week by Minister Hajdu in Pass Lake, covered 4 $100,000 projects and the following footnote. "Additionally, Minister Hajdu announced an investment of up to $1.4 million through the LaCloche Manitoulin Business Assistance Corporation. The Corporation, along with community partners, will be launching the Northern Ontario Community Futures Women in Business Enhancement Project." We encourage you to share this project with your networks and local media sources to give this feat the recognition it deserves. You can contact Carolyn Dearing or Michael Addison at 705-282-3215 for additional information.
CSAE: Summer Book Sale
Need a little advice? Want access to information on engaging generations, improving Board participation and developing a better understanding of governance? Browse the csae book sale; staff picks and top sellers!
CuSource: Upcoming Webinars
Cusource has many new and exciting courses coming up to further your leadership, board and lending capabilities. In particular, they are offering a free information session on August 14th regarding their eLEAD and eCOACH sessions. These courses will qualify for Canada Job Grant subsisies. The cost is $1500 per person. |
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