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The NODN was founded as an informal group in 1988 by Economic
Development Officers from eight member communities in Northwestern
Ontario. Formally incorporated in April of 1991, the Network today
is membership-driven and is comprised of members in the
Northwestern Ontario region.
The NODN has grown to be seen as a window into Economic
Development in Northwestern Ontario. Outside agencies approach the
NODN for assistance and direction in receiving comment and reaction
from the community economic development agencies throughout the
region.
With financial assistance from
Industry Canada/FedNor , the Ministry of
Northern Development and Mines , and membership revenues and
projects, the NODN has been able to help the communities of
Northwestern Ontario take control of their own economic planning
and exercise bottom-up decision-making.
This website has been developed to encourage dialogue and
information sharing between partners in our communities and across
the region.
MEMBERS
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT NEEDS
1) Information and
Communication
- A regional source of relevant community development
information
- Timely access to information that impacts their role and
community
- Access to information or people to reduce the time to address
issues/projects
2) Training and
Education
- Community development practitioners and partners brought
together for effective networking opportunities
- A forum to discuss, take on and advance Northwestern Ontario
issues and opportunities
- Cost effective provision of training and facilitation support
for community development, in the region where
possible/practical
- Some administrative tools and procedures for community
development
3) Policy, Projects and
Programs
- A mechanism for advocacy and policy development at a regional
level
- Focused ability to promote/attract/stimulate community
development initiatives (e.g. investment)
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