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FEATURE ARTICLE
Southern Ontario Spotlight - FedDev Ontario
FedDev Ontario announced $1 billion in renewed funding, with dedicated support for rural communities, to foster innovation, grow businesses and connect rural and urban economies. We are now accepting applications through three funding streams tailored to help southern Ontario grow and thrive. Read more |
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INNOVATION
Regional Economic Growth through Innovation – Steel and Aluminum Initiative Applicant Guide
Announcing the Government of Canada’s Steel and Aluminium Initiative Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis until all funding has been fully allocated. Priority will be given to complete applications received from March 11, 2019 to April 8, 2019. Eligible Applicants:
Eligible Activities:
Please visit the FedNor website for full program and application details. Apply now!
Share your Session Ideas
The 2019 CF Ontario Annual Conference in partnership with EconoUs 2019 program committee is currently developing the program for this year’s conference in London, ON! Do you have a story to share of success and/or struggle? Do you have skills that can help foster innovating communities that you can teach to others? Are you a creative facilitator and want to address the “critical social, economic and environmental issues of our time”? We want to hear from you!
Social enterprise pilot project
FedNor Investment to help Establish a five-year Social enterprise pilot project in Sault Ste. Marie - a contribution of $589,500 for the Centre for Social Justice and Good Works , to help establish its Project Entrepreneurship social enterprise training program. Government of Canada investment helps establish a five-year social enterprise pilot project in Sault Ste. Marie.
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NEWS & COMMUNITY
Share Your Thoughts on the Investment and Readiness Stream of the Social Finance Fund
The Investment and Readiness Stream was announced in the 2018 Fall Economic Statement as part of a larger $755 million Social Finance Fund, both of which were inspired by the Social Innovation and Social Finance Co-Creation Steering Group’s Report, Inclusive Innovation: New Ideas and New Partnerships for Stronger Communities. In order to better inform the Government’s approach on how best to invest these funds, you can provide your input through a questionnaire. To help you complete the questionnaire, a Discussion Guide has been developed, and is available here. Review the Discussion Guide Complete the Questionnaire The deadline to complete the questionnaire is May 31, 2019.
Reduced Rate with Pragmatic
We are pleased to announce our recent negotiations with Pragmatic have resulted in a reduced rate of 2cents/minute for conference calls effective March 2019. Did you know that it only takes minutes to set up your free account – call Mike McCready today! Michael McCreadie Director, Account Management This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. ph: 416.642.9271 | 1.877.301.4492 www.pragmatic-conferencing.com
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ACROSS ONTARIO
Canadian Immigration Summit 2019 May 8-9 • Ottawa
Immigration is an important driver in a fast changing world The purpose of the 2019 Summit is to explore how Canada can respond proactively to emerging immigration issues in a rapidly changing world.
Ontario Nonprofit Network
The Ontario Nonprofit Network (ONN): engaging, advocating, and leading with - and for - nonprofits that work for the public benefit in Ontario. We are the independent network for the 58,000 nonprofits in Ontario, focused on policy, advocacy, and services to strengthen Ontario’s nonprofit sector as a key pillar of our society and economy.
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LESSONS LEARNED & BEST PRACTICES
The highest quality data for you and your community
2019 Census Test In May 2019, dwellings in certain areas of the country will be selected to participate in the 2019 Census Test to assess proposed census questions and collection procedures. This is an important step to ensure that quality data will be available to you as you plan for the future. To find out more about the 2019 Census Test, please visit The Road to 2021 Census on the Statistics Canada website. To find out how your community can use currently available census data to make informed decisions view our latest video for business and community leaders. Short clips are also available on our Facebook and Twitter platforms. 2021 Census of Population Dissemination Consultation To participate, visit the 2021 Census of Population Program Consultation page on the Statistics Canada website, or to provide any other census-related comments or suggestions contact the consultation team by email at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Federal program for women entrepreneurs urged to do more to help firms scale up
A year after the Liberals unveiled about $2 billion worth of commitments under its women’s entrepreneurship strategy, some business leaders say the effort needs work if it’s going to benefit female-led companies on the rise. - Mar 8, 2019 Andy Blatchford, The Canadian Press |
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HR & CAREER DEVELOPMENT
eLeadership Academy
For 8 weeks starting on April 1, registered participants in the Northern Region will begin the much anticipated eLEAD training, designed for leadership development at all levels; from emerging leaders to CEOs. eLEAD covers important leadership topics such as emotional intelligence, coaching, difficult conversations, the neuroscience of leadership and more! Good luck to all our participants.
Venture Norfolk Announces New General Manager, Kristine Carey
Venture Norfolk is pleased to introduce Kristine Carey as the new General Manager, effective 18 March 2019. She comes to Venture Norfolk bringing a varied background with the Business Development Bank of Canada (loans and business consulting), Robbinex (mergers and acquisitions), Coldwell Banker (franchise recruitment and development) and Canada Mortgage & Housing (lender training & promotion). With a passion for creating and implementing new business opportunities, she looks forward to working with the entrepreneurs and community organizations of Norfolk County.
Social Enterprise Facilitator Training - March 27-29, 2019COMING SOON! Recorded Webinar Sessions Available on CF Ontario Website See: Training Webinars
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