EDAC Members enjoy preferential rates on many courses, seminars and events across Canada. To be eligible, EDAC membership must be in good standing (paid in full) prior to registering for University of Waterloo (or any other applicable courses/seminars) at discounted member rates. Should EDAC membership not be paid in full by the date of registration, the attendee is responsible for paying the full (non-member) registration fees.
Seminars
Podcasting 101 for Economic Developers – ONLINE
December 5 - 5, 2024
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Where ONLINE
Cost: $99 - $149
Points: 3
With an average run time of 36 minutes and retention rate of 65% to the end, podcasts offer a unique opportunity for economic development organizations to tell stories that are too complex or nuanced to condense to a short video or social media post. In this workshop, you’ll learn everything you need to start a podcast for your organization. We’ll cover how to pick the best theme and format to fit your goals, what kind of tech you’ll need, strategies to reach your target audience, and how to measure success.
Where: ONLINE
Cost: $195 - $295
Points: 5
The purpose of the seminar is to provide an accessible and practical introduction to using data in economic development. The goal is to demonstrate how the use of data leads to better decision making and strategic planning. Through instruction and hands on learning, participants will learn how to find and interpret data, including data/analysis that is relevant to their specific needs/community.
Economic Development and Business Improvement (Online)
May 23 - June 1, 2025
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Toronto Metropolitan University - The Change School of Continuing Education
CPLE995 : Economic Development and Business Improvement
Intensive - Online (May 23- Jun 1, 2 weekends, Fri/ Sat/Sun )
Economic Development and Business Improvement (Online)
January 13 - April 18, 2025
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM
Toronto Metropolitan University - The Change School of Continuing Education
CPLE995 : Economic Development and Business Improvement
Online (Jan 13 - Apr 18, 2025)
Toronto Metropolitan University - The Change School of Continuing Education
CPLE795: Local Economic Development Fundamentals
Intensive - Online (May 9 - 18, 2 weekends) Fri /Sat/ Sun )
Toronto Metropolitan University - The Change School of Continuing Education
CPLE795: Local Economic Development Fundamentals
Online (Sept 9 - Dec 13, 2024)