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Our Vision: Economic developers provide valued expertise that is integral to fostering an economically prosperous, diverse, sustainable Alberta. Our Mission: EDA provides leadership to advance economic development as a profession; enhance the professional development of its members; and support Alberta communities in fostering sustainable community economic prosperity. Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) is Alberta's leading economic development network. For almost 45 years, we have been committed to advancing the economic development profession by providing resources, professional development and networking opportunities. As a non-profit organization, we are governed by a volunteer board of directors that represent the interests of our membership. |
FDI Training Master Class Friday, February 22 8:30 am - 5:00 pm Evergreen Park, Grande Prairie AB EDA is pleased to be hosting a one-day FDI training session. Amp-up your professional development by learning the necessary strategies, processes and best practices in order to effectively pursue and retain international projects. __________________________________________________ 2019 EDA Annual Conference: April 3 - 5, 2019
Registration is now open for the 2019 EDA Annual Conference held at the Banff Centre in Banff AB. Early bird registration deadline is January 19, 2019. Registration closes March 27, 2019. In 2019 EDA celebrates it's 45th Anniversary. Join us at the Conference as we mark this milestone. Our theme is: Celebrate the Past. Thrive in the Present. Excel in the Future.
Visit our YouTube channel to see last year's participants perform (EDA 2018 Ignite.)
#EDA2019 See you at the Conference! | EDA Awards of Excellence Program
Open to EDA Members, our Awards Program recognizes the province’s best economic development marketing materials, programs, partnerships and professionals that have made significant contributions to the profession. The awards are presented during the Minister's Dinner at our 2019 Annual Conference. Read more (including the criteria) and submit your entry today. _________________________________________________ EDA Board of Directors Election Application deadline The deadline to submit your name for one of the four positions that will be open for the EDA 2019-20 Board of Directors is February 24. Fill out the online application form here. All nominees must be “voting” members in good standing for at least one year. The voting will be held on Friday, April 5 during the EDA AGM at our 2019 Annual Conference. __________________________________________________ Community Economic Development Training Program (CEDTP) Watch this clip to learn how our CEDTP courses can benefit your professional development: Follow us on Twitter @edaalberta #EDAOnline |
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