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The EDCO Board of Directors is pleased to announce the appointment of Stephanie Crilly as Interim Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of EDCO effective immediately. Stephanie joined EDCO in December 2021 and bringing a wealth of experience in project management, economic development, and event planning. Stephanie has a strong work ethic, having advanced many projects to completion this past year, and is ideally positioned to lead the organization during this transitional time.
A Board hiring committee is in the process of reviewing the CEO job description, after which we will begin a recruitment campaign to identify EDCOs next leader.
The Board of Directors appreciates Stephanie’s hard work and dedication and the continuity that she will bring. We look forward to working with Stephanie in this role and are excited for the next chapter of EDCO as we continue the important work to promote and grow the economic development profession.
Rob Nolan
President
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Please update your records with our new mailing address:
EDCO
P.O. Box 86
Toronto, ON
M5C 2H8
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Join the 2023 Mentorship Program - Today is Your Last Chance!
Every mentoring relationship is different and there is no single formula for success. The EDCO Mentorship Program aims to facilitate relationships between two people in economic development where an individual with experience, knowledge, and/or connections can pass along what they have learned to another individual. The mentor will share best practices and leadership, while the mentee receives support to enhance their personal and professional development.
Apply today to be a mentor or mentee for the 2023 program, application deadline is December 6, 2022!
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The Early Bird Discount Flies Away on Friday -
Register By December 9, 2022 to SAVE!
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REGISTER NOW FOR EDCO’S
66TH ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND SHOWCASE!
Register now for EDCO’s 66th Annual EDCO Conference and Showcase, Time for TransformatiON, February 7-9, 2023!
Be sure to mark your calendar and join us to explore the pivotal role economic developers continue to play in building Ontario’s economy. Make sure that you and your community lend a voice to shape the future as we explore ways to transform Ontario’s economy with new opportunities ahead of us.
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REGISTER today and take advantage of EDCO’s flexible conference registration options and earn valuable professional certification points!
Early bird pricing will fly away on December 9, 2022.
Please remember that your registration is not confirmed until payment is received.
Book your room now at the Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre early to avoid disappointment.
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EDCO Annual General Meeting Notice
EDCO Members mark your calendars, this year's Annual General Meeting is taking place on Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 8:30 AM in the Grand Ballroom, Toronto Marriott Eaton Centre Hotel.
We hope you are all able to attend!
Download AGM Documents here
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As we near the end of the year it is a great time to visit your member profile and ensure it has the most up to date information. | |
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Community Profile Program Extended to March 31, 2023
EDCO and Environics Analytics are thrilled to announce that they have extended their partnership offering you a community profile at a great price has been to March 31, 2023! Community Profiles will provide you and your communities with analytics that will make data driven decisions.
Obtain better analytics to drive decision making in your community. Environics Analytics’ Community Profile leverages EA data to provide insights into the demographics, psychographics, expenditure and behavioural characteristics of small municipalities across Ontario. Through this partnership with EDCO, EA is making these community profiles available to Ontario’s small municipalities through this special offer.
If you missed the webinar held this year you can watch the recording and learn more here
*Please note that this information is an offer for exclusive use through the 2023 EDCO – EA partnership
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EDCO Insider allows individual communities to easily and cost-effectively create their own customized apps and build incentives for people to visit places of interest or make purchases locally.
Take advantage of this service powered by 468 Communications, and drive economic development by rewarding people for exploring your community!
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Requirement 200,000-300,00 SF Industrial Building
We have the following requirement:
- Lease/Purchase
- 200,000 – 300,000 SF
- Within 1.5 hrs of Toronto
Please forward any opportunities that fit the above requirement to:
Marnie Forstner at [email protected]
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Ontario Attracts Economic Opportunities with Trade Mission to India | |
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The Ontario government has concluded a successful trade mission to India to strengthen relationships with economic partners and attract new investments in key sectors, including manufacturing, technology and life sciences. The mission, led by Vic Fedeli, Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade, resulted in renewed commitments to collaborate with the states of Maharashtra and Telangana, and in an announcement by 88 Pictures, an animation and media entertainment company based in Mumbai, to expand to Ontario.
Read More Here
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More Homes Built Faster Act, 2022 | |
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The Ontario government’s legislation to support the province’s newest Housing Supply Action Plan, More Homes Built Faster, has been given Royal Assent. This plan is part of a long-term strategy to help build more homes and make life more affordable for Ontario families.
Read More Here
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Ontario Unveils Plan to Strengthen Food Supply Chain from Farm to Fork | |
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The Ontario government is building a strong, secure food supply chain and securing the province’s position as a food leader in Canada with the release of the Grow Ontario Strategy. The strategy outlines the province’s plan to strengthen the agri-food sector, ensure an efficient, reliable, and responsive food supply and address ongoing vulnerabilities through new innovations. The sector’s vulnerabilities include labour shortages, outdated supply chain infrastructure and declining processing capacity.
Read More Here
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We are always looking for more ways to keep in touch and would love to help share important updates from your communities.
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