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Pelee Island: A Community of Hope

Pelee Island: A Community of Hope . A Collaborative Community Economic Development Project between Pelee Island and The University of Guelph. Agenda. 1. Acknowledgments 2. Purpose 3. Framework 4. Data Collection 5. Primary Conclusions 6. Main Recommendations 7. Feedback and Discussion.

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Pelee Island: A Community of Hope

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  1. Pelee Island: A Community of Hope A Collaborative Community Economic Development Project between Pelee Island and The University of Guelph

  2. Agenda 1. Acknowledgments 2. Purpose 3. Framework 4. Data Collection 5. Primary Conclusions 6. Main Recommendations 7. Feedback and Discussion

  3. You! Thank

  4. Purpose of Project • In collaboration with the Pelee Island Municipal Office, to begin the work of creating a sustainable community economic development strategy. • This resource document is a first step towards this strategy. • It provides: • Independent findings based on a number of different research tools • A number of conclusions and recommendations to inform the development of the strategic plan

  5. Framework for Project COMMUNITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT... “action by people locally to create economic opportunities and better social conditions, particularly for those who are most disadvantaged. CED is an approach that recognizes that economic, environmental and social challenges are interdependent, complex and ever-changing. To be effective, solutions must be rooted in local knowledge and led by community members. CED promotes holistic approaches, addressing individual, community and regional levels, recognizing that these levels are interconnected” (Canadian CED Network)

  6. Data Collection Secondary Data Statistics Canada Publicly and privately accessible databases and websites Library Catalogues Primary Data Focus Groups Key Informant Interviews Surveys Community Interactive Event

  7. Primary Conclusions • Pelee Island has an abundance of cultural, social, and environmental resources, as well as economic opportunities that remain largely untapped • Community members have many creative ideas for capitalizing on these assets • A strategic plan is needed to turn ideas into action

  8. Main Recommendations 1. Set up an Interim Economic Development Committee 2. Develop a Game Plan (Community Economic Development Plan)

  9. Elements of a Strategic Plan Economy Community foundation Education Eco-school, partnerships Transportation Ferry, bikeways Tourism Signage, information booth Community Involvement Recruitment

  10. Thank you. Questions? Feedback? Did we miss anything important? What did you like about the report?

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