Lights, camera, action, Spark!

Spark has released their new promotional video - Spark: Connections for Community. The video highlights the work being done by Spark, which seeks to match community organizations in Winnipeg with volunteers who have specialized skills. Make sure to 'like' the video and share it with your friends and colleagues to help spread the word about Spark.

School may be out for summer, but it's never too early to start thinking about picking up the books again in September.

If you're shopping around for post-secondary programs or want to upgrade your skills, consider a degree in a CED-focused field. The community development sector offers diverse and meaningful employment opportunities (for proof, visit our National Jobs page), and Manitoba is home to some of the country's best programs in community development/community economic development.

The Canadian CED Network and the Social Purchasing Portal invite you to attend...

Social Enterprise Development with Gerry Higgins

Wednesday, May 16th
580 Main St.
United Way Learning Centre
9:00-10:30am

On April 17th, community organizations gathered at the Manitoba Legislature to hear the provincial government unveil its 2012 budget. CCEDNet staff and members were on hand to comment on the Province’s plans to support community initiatives that address the root causes of poverty, crime, and community decline.

Neechi Foods Co-op and Pollock's Hardware Co-op have introduced public share offerings to raise capital that will help them expand their operations and continue serving their communities.