Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation

Upcoming Webinar: From Information to Participation

CRRF — Tue, 21 May 2013 12:53:01 +0000

The Community-based Research Capacity Building Network invites people to join a free webinar titled From Information to Participation: Science Shops as Mediators Between Science and Society. The webinar takes place on May 27, 2013 from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm (Newfoundland time). Norbert Steinhaus of the Bonn Science Shop will be the guest speaker.

Abstract: Science Shops mediate between citizen groups and research institutions. They are not “shops” in the traditional sense of the word, rather they are small entities that carry out scientific research in a wide range of disciplines on behalf of citizens and local civil society. Science Shops are often, but not always, linked to universities and provide independent, participatory research support in response to concerns experienced by civil society.

This webinar will discuss both best practices and challenges of running Science Shops. Information will be given about the history of Science Shops and how they have found their place on the agenda of science policy-making; working with students in the curriculum; and researchers involvement with civil society organizations.

To register for this free webinar please contact Kim Olson at either kimberlyolson@gov.nl.ca or (709) 694-4747.

Rural Drinking Water in Newfoundland

CRRF — Wed, 08 May 2013 14:00:33 +0000

If you happen to be attending the upcoming Municipalities of Newfoundland and Labrador‘s Municipal Symposium on May 9-10 in Gander check out the Rural Drinking Water session (May 10 at 3:00 pm). A new research initiative is currently underway to identify the types of risks and challenges influencing drinking water quality and availability in rural areas, with a particular emphasis on communities of 1,000 residents or less in NL. During the upcoming MNL Symposium researchers will be presenting preliminary results and collecting information from mayors, councillors, and municipal administrators. Be sure to attend!

If you are not able to attend the Symposium in Gander more information on this research project can be found at http://nlwater.ruralresilience.ca.

Have You Marked the Calendar for Thunder Bay in October?

CRRF — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:00:21 +0000

The annual CRRF conference will be held in Thunder Bay, Ontario. Mark your calendars from October 24-27, 2013 to attend this national event. For more information about the upcoming conference visit www.crrf.ca/?page_id=2076.

North Atlantic Forum Registration Deadline – April 26!

CRRF — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 14:00:41 +0000

Have you registered to attend the 2013 North Atlantic Forum? The deadline to register for the conference is April 26! The conference will take place in Hólar, Iceland. Visit the following website to learn more about the upcoming conference and to register - http://www.naf2013.holar.is

Social Media Engagement Workshops in Manitoba

CRRF — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 14:00:01 +0000

The Rural Development Institute is offering two-day workshop on Social Media Engagement June 19 & 20th, 2013. The workshop is being offered in Brandon and Winnipeg, Manitoba and will be lead by Mike Kujawski of the Centre of Excellence for Public Sector Marketing. Mike is a consultant, trainer, speaker on the topic of strategic marketing and digital engagement. His specific niche and personal mission is to help governments, non-profits and associations excel in the modern social media landscape through careful, strategic planning.

For more information and to register for the workshops please visit: http://www.brandonu.ca/rdi/social-media-engagement-training.

Watch the Community Resiliency: Navigating Boom & Bust Cycles Webcast

CRRF — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:00:18 +0000

Did you miss the Community Resiliency: Navigating Boom & Bust Cycles earlier this week? No worries. You can watch the webcast of the Harris Centre of Regional Policy and Development event here - http://www.mun.ca/harriscentre/policy/memorialpresents/2013c/index.php

Mark Your Calendars for the 2013 CRRF Conference

CRRF — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 14:00:54 +0000

The 2013 Canadian Rural Revitalization Foundation (CRRF) annual conference will be held in Thunder Bay, Ontario, 24-27 October, 2013. The conference is being co-hosted by the Nishnawbe-Aski Nation (NAN), Lakehead University, and the Northwestern Ontario Municipal Association (NOMA).

The conference will include an opportunity for paper and poster presentations. Researchers, policy makers, and community leaders are encouraged to submit a presentation abstract on rural or northern issues. A formal call for abstracts will be announced shortly.

Further details on the conference will be provided soon.

Upcoming Webinar: Sustainable Rural Community Development in Australia and Canada

CRRF — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:00:23 +0000

The Rural Development Institute is hosting a free webinar on April 1, 2013 from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CST on a comparison of Australian and Canada sustainable rural community development.

Canadian and Australian rural communities have much in common. They are located in federations similar in structure and function with provinces/states having considerable authority over rural places. Governments are often challenged to provide equitable services to all places, especially in rural communities. Yet these communities continue to survive often facing the most challenging demographic, economic and environmental circumstances. In a comparative research study, Professor John Martin (Centre for Sustainable Regional Communities, La Trobe University), will ask what is it about these places, people and institutions that sustain them over time.

To register for the free webinar email rdi2@brandonu.ca

Reminder: Community Resiliency: Navigating Boom & Bust Cycles Webinar Tonight

CRRF — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 14:00:18 +0000

The Leslie Harris Centre for Regional Policy and Development is hosting a free webinar on March 25th at 7:30 pm NST on Community Resiliency: Navigating Boom and Bust Cycles. Resilient communities are better able to cope with the growing pains of boom times and adapt to changes during bust times. How resilient are Labrador City and Wabush compared to other mining towns? And what can be done now and into the future to ensure that when the mining slows the communities continue to thrive? The webinar will include presentations from: Dr. John Thistle (Research Associate, Labrador Institute, Adjunct Professor, Geography, Memorial University), Karen Oldford (Mayor, Labrador City), and Ron Barron (Mayor, Wabush). No registration is required to join the webinar.

Simply follow the instruction on the Harris Centre’s website: http://www.mun.ca/harriscentre/policy/memorialpresents/2013c/index.php.

Dare to Lead – Rural & Northern Development in a Changing Canada Webinar

CRRF — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 14:00:37 +0000

Some rural regions are booming and cannot attract enough workers; others have become commuter stations for large urban centres. While government support for northern and rural economies is in flux, there are emerging lessons for rural and northern Canada, as its communities struggle to shape their future.

Laurentian University is hosting an evening presentation on March 21, 2013 at 7:00 pm EST with keynote speaker Robert Greenwood. Rob will deliver provocative insights on the challenges and practical approaches facing rural and northern communities. He has served in economic development departments in Newfoundland and Labrador and in Saskatchewan as Director and Assistant Deputy Minister of Policy. He led the process to create Regional Economic Development Boards in 20 Economic Zones in Newfoundland and Labrador. Since 2004, he has worked to establish Memorial University’s Leslie Harris Centre of Regional Policy and Development, where he serves as Founding Director.

Access to the webinar can be found at http://laurentian.ca/liveevents.