Notices
July 6, 2010
"Challenges Create Solutions" 2010 Community Futures Conference
Community Futures North Central Development is proud to assist Community Futures Westman in planning the annual Community Futures conference. This year the conference will take place Sept. 23 to September 25, 2010 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba.
The conference will focus on innovative practices and creative solutions to challenges facing rural communities. Through a series of presentations, workshops, and networking opportunities, this annual event will bring together community leaders, development workers, business practitioners, students, and others interested in the future of their communities.
Some of the highlights of the conference include keynote speakers David Chilton, author of Canada’s all-time bestselling book, The Wealthy Barber, and Chief Clarence Louie, chief of the progressive Osoyoos Indian Band.
Conference participants will have the opportunity to select from a series of workshops focusing on Economic Impact, Leadership, and Business Development, led by regional, national and international workshop leaders, entrepreneurs, and community development practitioners.
Some highlights include:
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· Using Social Media as a small business tool – hands-on workshop
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· Co-ops as community health and wealth generators
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· Creating Actions for Living Your Ultimate Best Life™
Participants arriving on the opening day of the conference will have the option to join in one of three afternoon tour packages highlighting some local and regional attractions.
Thursday’s welcoming reception and Friday’s evening banquet, held at the Commonwealth Air Training Museum, will offer an opportunity to meet and network with other conference participants, workshop leaders, and speakers.
For more information and to register visit http://www.cfwestman.ca/ or call 1-888-347-4342. Special student discounts are available.
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July 6, 2010
"Challenges Create Solutions" 2010 Community Futures Conference
Community Futures North Central Development is proud to assist Community Futures Westman in planning the annual Community Futures conference. This year the conference will take place Sept. 23 to September 25, 2010 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon, Manitoba.
