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EDAC Members Receive Discount and 5 Points Toward Ec.D. Certification from ICF Community Accelerator Courses

In partnership with the Intelligent Community Forum, EDAC members receive a 30% discount on registration on courses, and 5 points toward Ec.D. certification by completing all courses, in the Community Accelerator® online training program

EDAC and ICF Forge Partnership for the Benefit of Cities and City Leaders

The Economic Developers Association of Canada (EDAC) and the Intelligent Community Forum (ICF) announced today a partnership aiming to bring a new level of benefits to economic developers in Canada and in Intelligent Communities around the world. Through the...

Could Cities Be the Key to Saving SME Businesses in Uncertain Times?

Uncovering the Giant Economic Risk That Could Cost Canadian Cities Trillions

Fireside Chat with Minister Monsef

Exclusive Fireside Chat with Minister Maryam Monsef and EDAC President Wendy Dupley We are thrilled to announce EDAC’s first virtual Fireside Chat with Minister Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, and Wendy Dupley our...

EDAC Strategic Plan 2020-2025

Mission EDAC is the national source of professional standards, economic development knowledge, best practices and exchange of ideas. Vision EDAC drives the growth, development and advancement of Canadian economic development professionals. Strategic Priorities Professional development and certification Awareness of...

Members enjoy Group discounts with Economical Insurance

Considering where to buy your car and home insurance is a big decision. In addition to looking for the right coverage at the right price, choosing a company you trust is important. With Economical Insurance®, you get the protection,...

Economic Development Matters video

Economic developers have a common objective: building stronger, more resilient, inclusive economies. We are here for you- so we can build a stronger community together.

GoForth Institute Online Entrepreneurship Training

Our education partner GoForth Institute offers Canada’s leading online small business training program.

EDAC signs MOU with Economic Development Australia Limited

The EDAC Board of Directors is pleased to announced that their efforts over the past few months have come to fruition with the signing of a MOU with Economic Development Australia (EDA) Ltd.

EDAC and IEDC Sign Memorandum of Understanding

Economic Developers Association of Canada and International Economic Development Council Sign Memorandum of Understanding
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