CED News
Improve Your Impact Measurement with CanadaMeasures and CCEDNet
Let's face it: Demonstrating impact is critical when making the case for community programs to funders, stakeholders and policy makers. To strengthen the evaluation and impact measurement capacity of our members, CCEDNet has partnered with
CanadaMeasures Initiative (CMI) to offer affordable access to a powerful Social Return on Investment platform. Canada Measures is an accessible system that combines educational tools and impact measurement software designed for grassroots organizations. To find out more about CMI, please join us for a free webinar January 10th at 12PM Eastern.
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Next CCEDNet Webinars: Insights from CED Leaders & Immigrant Entrepreneurship
Kick start your new year with two upcoming webinars hosted by the Canadian CED Network. The first session,
Looking Back & Looking Forward, takes place on January 21. In this webinar, three pillars of Canada's CED sector - Lynne Markell, David LePage, and Walter Hossli - will reflect on their experience, lessons learned and vision for the future of the sector. On February 11,
Community Supports for Immigrant Entrepreneurship, will examine methods for improving immigrant settlement through entrepreneurship opportunities. Registration is now open so sign up today!
Help Put CED in the Federal Budget
The federal government has launched on-line pre-budget consultations and is seeking input from across the country. Through this process, organizations and individuals involved in CED have the opportunity to share ideas, express concerns, and to highlight the benefits of a CED approach. Your submission to the pre-budget consultations will support our collective vision.
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CCEDNet at the 5th International Meeting on the Social Solidarity Economy
In October, several CCEDNet members attended the 5th International Meeting of the Social Solidarity Economy (SSE) in Manila, Philippines. Held once every four years, the event provided an opportunity for social economy leaders to learn from each other and strengthen a shared vision for a fairer world. Learn more about the workshops, site visits and sing-a-longs by reading CCEDNet Executive Director Michael Toye’s travel blog posts.
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Canada Shines on the International Social Enterprise Stage
Canada was on the international stage in October as Calgary hosted the 2013 Social Enterprise World Forum. CCEDNet was an organizing partner and many members and staff were there, including Manitoba Director Brendan Reimer, who wrote a reflective
blog post. Before the Forum, CCEDNet hosted a networking reception and talk by Bob Massie the New Economy Coalition. Mr. Massie discussed how the US and Canada can work together towards a new economy.
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Another Year, Another Inspiring CED Gathering
Many people have described the Manitoba CD/CED Gathering as a yearly family reunion for people with a passion for community building. The Gathering lived up to that reputation for an 11th year as over 600 people came together to network, learn and celebrate the inspiring CED work occurring in our communities. For more highlights from this year's event,
read Katie Schewe's blog post >> 2013 CreateAction Program Comes to a Close
Forty-three young community leaders participated in CCEDNet's 9th national CED work experience program, which concluded this fall. The CreateAction program provides placements to post-secondary graduates who are considering a career in CED. Participants were hosted by organizations across the country, and contributed to a wide variety of projects - from food security to newcomer settlement to social enterprise development. Chris Thomas (CCEDNet's own CreateAction intern) wrote a
final reflection about his rewarding experience.
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CED Resources
Youth Employment in the Social Economy: How a New Generation Can Generate New Opportunities in CED
Youth employment rates may be slumping, but a recent CCEDNet webinar offers a solution. Youth Employment in the Social Economy introduces real-life examples of how youth can take charge of their own careers within the social economy by creating their own initiatives and finding ways to integrate into existing programs and projects. A recording of this webinar is
now available online.
Other past webinars on
CED investment funds,
social impact bonds,
social return on investment, the latest
social economy research, innovative
microfinance mutuals and others are also available online. Check out our
Webinars page for more information on all the sessions.
CCEDNet’s International webinars are supported by
Uniterra, one of Canada’s largest volunteer placement programs. With placements from two weeks to two years, there are always opportunities to explore new cultures, share your expertise and support local organizations around the world. Current postings include a Fundraising Advisor and an Advisor for the Design of a Hotel and Food Services Training Program in Haiti.
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Where We Live Matters: Place Based Neighbourhood Work
“Where We Live Matters” explores existing successes and continuing challenges of neighbourhood development, particularly in these changing and turbulent economic times. In presenting best practices and acknowledging limitations, this practical guidebook offers an approach to place based neighbourhood development that is adaptable and effective.
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CDIFs: Mobilizing Community Capital for Co-op Development in Manitoba
This CCEDNet research paper addresses a key challenge for co-op sectors across the country – creating new financing mechanisms for co-op development. In particular, this research examines the potential of implementing a province-wide community development investment fund (CDIF) in Manitoba to raise equity capital for co-ops.
Read more >> Green Economy at Community Scale
Greening the economy at the local level will bring jobs, prosperity, and help address environmental challenges. That is the finding of Green Economy at Community Scale. This report analyses conceptual foundations, and provides empirical evidence, for more sustainable community-based economic activities. The final section identifies positive steps towards the creation of green local economies.
Read more >> CED Holiday Guide 2013
The holiday season is a time to celebrate community. And what better way to do that than by supporting the important community building work being done by CCEDNet members across the country. We've compiled a convenient list of local shopping guides and creative gift ideas to provide you with the tools and information you need to have a CED-filled holiday season. Enjoy!
Read more >> Happy Holidays from CCEDNet!
The Board and staff of CCEDNet wish you a very happy holiday season and all the best for the new year.
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