Plan now to attend the 2022 EDAC Conference.
For more information see https://edacconference.ca/.
Business and Investment Attraction
Learn key concepts related to business and investment attraction in economic development. Cover community investment readiness; competitive advantage, how to select key target markets for investment attraction; working with site selectors; and, attracting foreign direct investment to help your community expand its economic base. Learn how to develop business investment strategies that will benefit your community.
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
Online registration https://conted.ucalgary.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=15410870
Instructor: Natalie Gibson
Intellectual Property and Entrepreneurs: a Resource for Businesses
Join us to learn about the resources offered by the Canadian Intellectual Property Office, Specifically:
- What is the Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO) and how does it help entrepreneurs?
- What is IP, and why does it matter for business growth
- Brief overview of the six main kinds of IP (trademarks, patents, copyrights, industrial designs, plant breeders’ rights, and trade secrets)
-5 common mistakes businesses make & how to avoid them
- Free IP learning tools and resources
Host: Amanda Mercer, EDA Director
Featuring: Marnie Fyten, IP Advisor Business Services Branch, Canadian Intellectual Property Office (CIPO)
Emotional Resilience and Effective Stress Management
Part of the Co-operatives First Hometown Advantage Webinar Series
The last few years have been challenging to say the least. Business owners, economic developers, community leaders, and everyday citizens have weathered an emotional storm, and many are burnt out. In this webinar, emotional intelligence expert Hayley Hesseln will participate in a discussion on building emotional resilience and effectively managing stress. Dr. Hesseln is Vice-President of EI Advantage, a coaching and training firm specializing in emotional intelligence.
Register here:
https://cooperativesfirst.com/october-2022-hometown-advantage-webinar-registration/
This webinar is part of the Co-operatives First Hometown Advantage Webinar Series.
As a perk to EDA Membership, EDA will help to promote our members' webinars.
More information here.
2022 EDA Ministry Dinner
The purpose of this dinner and speed-dating style event is to bring together EDA members and key federal and provincial Ministry representatives to network, share information and explore potential partnerships.
Accommodation at the Coast Plaza Hotel is currently sold out.
However, call to confirm in case there are last minute cancellations. 800.663.1144, or, through the hotel website www.coasthotels.com.
There are several hotels in downtown Edmonton to choose from.
Ministry Dinner Cancellations before October 7 will be less $25 admin fee.
No refunds after that.
Thank you.
For more information see www.rmaalberta.com
Economic Development Establishing the Foundation
This course is the first in a series that will provide you with the knowledge and skills to become proficient at economic development. The function of economic development (ED) is often complex, and understanding your role in the process will be key both to the success of your career, and to the overall success of your economic development activities.
This course is the 30,000-foot view of the process of economic development. It provides the theory and fundamentals of ED along with examples of how it can be applied. There is no one way to do ED. Each community, organization or volunteer group will do ED differently.
The primary goals of this course are to:
To register: https://conted.ucalgary.ca/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?method=load&courseId=12618114
Instructor: Holly Sorgen
Aging in Place: Seniors Housing in Rural Communities
Part of Co-operatives First Hometown Advantage Webinar Series
Providing proper housing and care for seniors in rural communities is a growing concern for many regions. In this webinar, we’ll speak with community leaders in two rural communities that found a solution. Join us for a lively discussion on how to become a community where people can age in place.
Register Here:
https://cooperativesfirst.com/november-2022-hometown-advantage-webinar-registration/
Economic Disaster Resilience and Recovery
Thank you to the community of Three Hills for booking this course for your community.
If you would like to book this course for your community, simply email: admin@edaalberta.ca
Disasters do not discriminate. Floods, wildfires and other natural disasters can happen without warning. Factory closures, cyber security breaches, pandemics and major industry shifts can also cause significant economic disruptions.
Are you prepared? A disaster can happen anytime, anywhere, and its economic impacts can be catastrophic. This course is designed to help elected officials, economic development officers and other community leaders prepare for and recover from a disaster. It delivers both theoretical and practical steps to help lessen damages to your local economy.
Who should attend?
Why this format is convenient:
Instructor: Leann Hackman-Carty and/or Natalie Gibson
Opportunities for Scaling Home-based Businesses in your Community
Part of Co-operatives First's Hometown Advantage Webinar Series
Home-based businesses bring creativity and variety to a community. Whether it’s woodworking, baking or something completely original, these little businesses provide heart and character not found in larger companies or big box brands. But operating on their own can be somewhat limiting for the entrepreneur. This webinar explores ways these intrepid business owners can scale while maintaining their unique character and independence.
https://cooperativesfirst.com/december-2022-hometown-advantage-webinar-registration/
Are you thinking of coming to the conference early? Then think about coming to a pre-conference mixer to enjoy some drinks, tasty snacks and catching up with new and old friends!
Your ticket will include a some tasty snacks and a beverage ticket (wine, beer, highball or pop).
Cancellations will be refunded before March 30 with a $25 cancellation fee. No refunds after March 21, 2023.
EDA Xperience 2023 Leaders' Summit and Conference
April 12 -14, 2023
Pomeroy Mountain Lodge
Kananaskis, Alberta
Please make sure the email used to register matches the delegate that is attending.
Our Leaders' Summit and Conference attracts more than 400 economic development experts and elected officials from across Alberta, Canada and around the world.
All information related to the conference can be found on our website by clicking this link.
Check back often as the information is constantly updated.
Last year this event was sold out.
Be sure to book your accommodation at the Pomeroy Mountain Lodge early to ensure you are staying at the Conference site.
Click this link to book your room at the Conference site now.
Join us at the Annual Alberta Muncipalities convention.
Come and visit us at our booth. We look forward to seeing you there!
For more information and to register go to www.abmunis.ca.
Plan now to attend the 2024 conference.
Your Economic Development Network in Alberta
www.invest-in-alberta.ca
Toll Free Phone: 1.866.671.8182
www.edaalberta.ca
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