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  • August 31, 2016 11:38 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    While the current economy is tough for many communities across the province, you can take this opportunity to invest in your own future so you can guide your community through the economic challenges it faces and hit the ground running once the economy improves.

    Join EDA in 6 days for our Business Retention and Expansion course. It explains how the results of a strong BR&E strategy create a healthy and thriving business community which in turn provides a long-term sustainable community foundation. Register today to avoid the waiting list:

    Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E)
    September 6 - October 4 (for a total of 15 hours)
    Online

    Register here  

    Long-term BR&E programs are a means of connecting businesses with resources and opportunities that will improve their competitive position, market networks and ultimately their profitability. You won't want to miss this professional development opportunity.

    Don't forget, by contacting us at admin@edaalberta.ca you can arrange for EDA to come to you to facilitate one of the courses in our program in person. 

    As you know, our CEDTP training program is an excellent professional development opportunity for those in the field of economic development. Our program helps your competitive advantage by offering a variety of courses designed to deliver information on the best practices and established tools you can use to help your region thrive.

    These courses are eligible for credits towards the Management Certificate-Economic Developers offered through the University of Calgary in conjunction with EDA. They can also be applied to your Ec.D designation.

    #EDAOnline 


  • August 30, 2016 11:36 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    While the current economy is tough for many communities across the province, you can take this opportunity to invest in your own future so you can guide your community through the economic challenges it faces and hit the ground running once the economy improves.

    Join EDA in 6 days for Business Retention and Expansion course. It explains how the results of a strong BR&E strategy create a healthy and thriving business community which in turn provides a long-term sustainable community foundation. Register today to avoid the waiting list:

    Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E)
    September 6 - October 4 (for a total of 15 hours)
    Online

    Register here  

    Long-term BR&E programs are a means of connecting businesses with resources and opportunities that will improve their competitive position, market networks and ultimately their profitability. You won't want to miss this professional development opportunity.

    Don't forget, by contacting us at admin@edaalberta.ca you can arrange for EDA to come to you to facilitate one of the courses in our program in person. 

    As you know, our CEDTP training program is an excellent professional development opportunity for those in the field of economic development. Our program helps your competitive advantage by offering a variety of courses designed to deliver information on the best practices and established tools you can use to help your region thrive.

    These courses are eligible for credits towards the Management Certificate-Economic Developers offered through the University of Calgary in conjunction with EDA. They can also be applied to your Ec.D designation.

    #EDAOnline 

  • August 26, 2016 11:11 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    The Government of Alberta, Calgary Economic Development (CED) and Edmonton Economic Development Corporation (EEDC) would like to invite you to participate in the Alberta Trade and Investment Attraction Mission to ChinaNovember 19-25, 2016.

    This is an opportunity to showcase business opportunities at a series of trade and investment attraction seminars in the cities of Guangzhou and Shanghai.

    The registration deadline is September 9, 2016.

    Download the flyer here; it contains all the pertinent information you need.

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  • August 24, 2016 11:10 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    In two weeks EDA's next online course through the University of Calgary begins. 

    Our Business Retention and Expansion course will explain how the results of a strong BR&E strategy create a healthy and thriving business community which in turn provides a long-term sustainable community foundation. 

    Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E)
    September 6 - October 4 (for a total of 15 hours)
    Online

    Register here.  

    Long-term BR&E programs are a means of connecting businesses with resources and opportunities that will improve their competitive position, market networks and ultimately their profitability. You won't want to miss this professional development opportunity.

    All of our 2016 online courses are available for registration. Plan ahead.  2016 CEDTP Course Calendar

    As you know, our CEDTP training program is an excellent professional development opportunity for those in the field of economic development. Our program helps your competitive advantage by offering a variety of courses designed to deliver information on the best practices and established tools you can use to help your region thrive.

    These courses are eligible for credits towards the Management Certificate-Economic Developers offered through the University of Calgary in conjunction with EDA. They can also be applied to your Ec.D designation.

    #EDAOnline 

  • August 22, 2016 11:08 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Advertising sales are brisk for our 2017 edition of Invest in Alberta.

    Be part of a publication that has a circulation of over 15,000 providing valuable insight about Alberta's economy and business community. We feature the latest business trends, developments and investment opportunities throughout the province. Now more than ever, entrepreneurs and investors around the world need to understand the potential Alberta offers for growth in our many and diverse industries. 

    Place your Ad today by contacting Anita McGillis @ 403-228-4337, ext. 229 

    Email: amcgillis@venturepublishing.ca

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    2016 Edition of Invest in Alberta

    #InvestInAlberta2017

  • August 19, 2016 9:15 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    A reminder that next week is EDA's next Marketing Master's Webinar: 

    From How to Wow! Using Infographics to Tell Your Economic Development Story
    Thursday August 25, 2016
    12:00 -1:30
    online
    Register here 

    *Please note all fees are in USD

    In economic development we tell our story through reports and data; this webinar provides the information you need to make this data engaging in order to grab the attention of your stakeholders. 

    What you will learn:

    • How you can create an infographic using free tools
    • Impact on branding
    • Enhanced credibility
    • Improved stakeholder engagement
    • How to link an infographic to more information

    Bring your lunch, bring your team and join us! 

  • August 16, 2016 9:34 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    EDA is offering three courses for Elected Officials across the province this fall. 

    Our Course for Elected Officials is a unique professional development opportunity. It equips these community leaders with the tools to support economic development professionals. In this course, you will learn how business attraction works; how business retention works; and you'll also learn the steps economic development officers take to help to revitalize economies. In today's economy, economic development is more important than ever before.

    City of Airdrie, Council Chambers
    Friday, September 16
    9:00am - 4:00pm
    Register here

    Manning, AB County of Northern Lights Office
    Wednesday, October 12
    9:00am - 4:00pm
    Register here


    St. Paul
    Friday, October 21
    9:00am - 4:00pm
    Register here 

    You can also book a course in your community. Simply email admin@edaalberta.ca and we can give you the details on how to arrange for this course.

    Don't miss these chances to learn how to best support the EDOs in your communities!


  • August 15, 2016 12:00 PM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    The Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) would like to remind you its 2016 Conference Early Bird Registration Rates End Tonight! 
    EDAC's 2016 Annual Professional Development Conference will be held in Saskatoon, SK October 22-25. 

    Register Here

    This year's conference will have a theme focused on change, growth and communities. The agenda is brimming with engaging speakers, important topic matter and great opportunities for its members!

    Download the Preliminary Agenda and join EDAC in Saskatoon!

    Early Bird Rates end at 11:59pm today, Monday, August 15, 2016.  

  • August 15, 2016 9:00 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    Our online courses through the University of Calgary are a practical professional development opportunity as you receive valuable information and top notch instruction while in the comfort of your home of office.

    Register for EDA's next online course Business Retention and Expansion; there are a few spots available. Avoid the waiting list.

    Business Retention and Expansion (BR&E)
    September 6 - October 4
    Online

    Register here.  

    In our Business Retention and Expansion course you will learn how the results of a strong BR&E strategy create a healthy and thriving business community. This strategy helps to provide a long-term sustainable community foundation.

    All of our 2016 online courses are available for registration. Plan ahead.  2016 CEDTP Course Calendar

    As you know, our CEDTP training program is an excellent professional development opportunity for those in the field of economic development. Our program helps your competitive advantage by offering a variety of courses designed to deliver information on the best practices and established tools you can use to help your region thrive.

    These courses are eligible for credits towards the Management Certificate-Economic Developers offered through the University of Calgary in conjunction with EDA. They can also be applied to your Ec.D designation.

    #EDAOnline 

  • August 11, 2016 9:39 AM | Anonymous member (Administrator)

    In economic development we tell our story through reports and data. Many of us might be asking ourselves, how can we make this data engaging in order to grab the attention of our stakeholders? 

    Infographics are the rage today. How can you use this trend to tell your organization’s story? Join EDA for our next Marketing Master's Webinar to find out: 

    From How to Wow! Using Infographics to Tell Your Economic Development Story
    Thursday August 25, 2016
    12:00 -1:30 pm

    Register here 

    Please note all fees are in USD

    What you will learn:

    • How you can create an infographic using free tools
    • Impact on branding
    • Enhanced credibility
    • Improved stakeholder engagement
    • How to link an infographic to more information

    Bring your lunch, bring your team and join us! 

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