What is the Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC)?
What is EDAC's Mission?
The EDAC Mission Statement
To enhance professional competence, advance economic development as a profession, and contribute to Canada’s well-being.
Why become a member of EDAC?
- Enjoy the benefits of a nation-wide network
- Gain professional recognition as an Ec.D
- Enjoy preferential rates for conferences, educational programs, and in some cases membership
- Advance your education at the University of Waterloo, Ontario, or the University of Sherbrooke, Québec.
See all Member Benefits.
What are the Provincial / Territorial Economic Development Associations?
What Economic Development Training does EDAC deliver?
Papers in Economic Development
To view EDAC accredited professional development delivered by the Provincial/Territorial associations please go to:
Economic Developers Alberta (EDA)
Economic Developers Council Ontario (EDCO)
Economic Development Association of British Columbia (EDABC)
What is an Ec.D.? How do I get my Ec.D.?
What is the composition of the EDAC Board of Directors?
(1) Fifteen (15) members of one appointee from each of the Provincial [10] , Territorial [3], First Nations [1] and Inuit [1] Economic Development Associations [the “Member associations”], and 11) a maximum of six (6) Board members nominated and elected at large by the membership. Each member appointed by a member Association and perform what ever coordinating role that may be appropriate.
Visit the ‘Board & Staff‘ page.
Why should I attend EDAC's Annual Conference?
EDAC’s Conferences bring together community leaders, economic development professional and entrepreneurs from coast to coast to coast. These professionals attend EDAC Conferences to participate in sessions, network and listen to speakers sharing their innovative ideas and solutions to local challenges.
Who should attend?
• Economic & business development professionals
• Community & business leaders
• Investment attraction & economic development agencies
• Municipal, provincial, territorial & federal leaders
• Business/economic development consultants
• Financial professionals
Marketing Canada Awards
Excellence in marketing is a critical differentiator for Canada’s Economic Development Professionals. The Marketing Canada Awards acknowledge and praise communities who shine in this arena. The awards also kick-start discussion and provide a forum to share best practices and enhance the marketing efforts of all those working in the field of economic development. Each year, recipients across the country are recognized for excellence in promoting their communities and furthering their economic development priorities. Winners are announced during EDAC’s Annual Conferences.
Trade Show
Throughout the conference, delegates are invited to take time to visit the Trade Show component which will feature exhibitors offering the latest products, services and information necessary to compete in today’s fast-paced environment.
How can I participate as a Conference Sponsor?
Download the Sponsor Information Package.
What are EDAC's Marketing Canada Awards?
Excellence in marketing is a critical differentiator for Canada’s Economic Development Professionals. The Marketing Canada Awards acknowledge and praise communities who shine in this arena.
The awards also kick-start discussion and provide a forum to share best practices and enhance the marketing efforts of all those working in the field of economic development
Each year, recipients across the country are recognized for excellence in promoting their communities and furthering their economic development priorities. Winners will be announced during the Annual Conference.
Find out more about the Marketing Canada Awards.