Community Economic Development
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Community Futures Works was
developed to promote “community spirit and
cooperation” for economic development by providing
a unique community opportunity designed to strengthen
the importance of economic development initiatives
and promote partnerships within our communities. |
Communities benefit from CF Works projects
Each summer for the past few years staff and Board members of Community Futures Southwest have traveled to communities in the region to assist with a community project. Not only do they arrive with a cheque in hand of up to
$ 2,000.00, but they also pitch in to help our with the project.
“The program is called 'Community Futures Works', and it's a unique opportunity for communities to access funding to assist with a beautification or other designated project,” says John Parker, the General Manager for Southwest CF.
Projects are chosen using nine criteria, such as community benefit, long-term economic impact, community and volunteer involvement, previous contributions by the CF, and affordability.)
“These projects are an excellent way to promote community spirit and cooperation for economic development,” says Parker. “We're eager to get out into the communities, and this year I'm praying for better weather!”
FLASH NEWS--- AND THE 2008 WINNERS ARE
Town of Cabri--- Veterans way project, $ 2000.00
Village of Cadillac---- Village restoration project---- $ 2,000.00
Town of Herbert--- Indoor/ out door Spruce-up project--- $ 1,462.15
Town of Morse---- Make Morse pretty project ---- $ 1,275.00
Village of Stewart Valley--- Tree beautification project--- $ 1,262.85
Village of Vanguard----- Entrance sign project--- $ 2,000.00.
Village of Ponteix ------ Community Van---- $ 2000.00 TOTAL---- $ 12,000.00 !!!
- Community Futures Southwest traveled
to Eastend, SK and assisted the community in beautifying
their main street by using the T-rex theme and painting
dinosaur foot prints on downtown streets and sidewalks;
- Community Futures Southwest spent
two days with the community of Gull Lake revitalizing
their downtown by creating window art in empty downtown
buildings;
- Community Futures Southwest partnered
with the Kyle and District Economic Development Committee
to host two very successful workshops facilitating
community strategic planning and marketing.
- Community Futures Southwest spent a day in Sceptre assisting with
the development of their updated recycling centre.
- Community Futures Southwest in 2006 assisted the Village of Lancer with their community beautification project in honor of the anniversary of their Chokecherry festival, and the Village of Val Marie, with their street banner project.
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Community Futures Southwest in 2008 Ponteix Van project
Community Futures Southwest has stepped up to the plate to assist the Ponteix Personal Home Care with a donation of $ 2,000.00 in support of their project to purchase a wheelchair accessible 12 person van. The use of the van will impact the communities of Aneroid and Cadillac to assist in transportation of those requiring special assistance in transportation. John Parker, General Manager , says this type of assistance can have a significant and positive impact on the lives of seniors and disabled persons who require special care and often have limited mobility. A cheque presentation was made by Chairperson Rita Dumonceau to the Van committee chairperson Roxanne Stringer on August 12 th 2008.
Community Futures Southwest in 2007 SHAMROCK REGIONAL PARK
A little blurrrrrrrrryyyyyy ----- but that's what happens with a cell phone photo I guess!!! But we sure had fun!
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Community Futures Works Project Proposal Template (PDF
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