Category: Local Economy
In the nonprofit sector, we often seem to be fighting uphill battles trying to combat poverty and exclusion, addictions and mental illness, climate change, racism, political disengagement and many other…
Community organizations across Alberta have an opportunity to play a prominent role in supporting the on-going transition to clean energy by developing their own renewable energy projects. Energy Efficiency Alberta…
The so-called ‘sharing’ economy leaves no one indifferent. As it goes with olives or coriander, we either adopt or passionately reject these platforms which now seem, for better or for…
British Columbia is one of the most prosperous provinces in Canada, yet poverty remains a serious issue in many communities. According to a new report released today, key indicators of…
The major international networks of Social and Solidarity Economy and Finance (SSEF) have commited to an Inclusive, Resilient, Low Carbon and Sustainable Local Economic Development (LED). Meeting in Praia, Cabo…
CCEDNet members and partners interested in hosting EconoUs2019 are invited to submit an expression of interest. CCEDNet’s national conference is a vital part of a dynamic pan-Canadian movement for inclusive…
Happy Holidays from CCEDNet!CED Holiday Buying & Giving Guide 2017 Are you spreading the holiday cheer this year? This guide is designed to help extend the reach of that cheer through encouraging…
As a community economic development conference, the planning team works to ensure that we purchase the highest quality food that supports our community in meaningful ways. This year, the Gathering…
Is There Hope for Local Living Economy? from Axiom News on Vimeo. Like many Transition, and other changemaking initiatives around the world, Transition Town Peterborough (TTP) has been giving some serious…
Created by the Trico Charitable Foundation in 2011, the biennial Social EnterPrize celebrates and advances leadership and excellence in social entrepreneurship in Canada. Social enterprises are organizations, for-profit or not-for-profit,…
Applications are now open for the 2017/18 Certificate Program for Community Economic Development. The next program runs from October 2017 to May 2018. There are only 28 spots available, so…
Check out the latest keynote speakers we have confirmed for Hopeful Economics: Leadership & Innovation Summit. To see the full speakers list visit our website. Hopeful Economics:Leadership and Innovation Summit,…