Welcome to 2026 SEDA Members!

As we enter our 42nd year of supporting local and regional economies, SEDA remains committed to helping communities develop and sustain initiatives that strengthen long-term prosperity. Here’s is a glimpse of what we are working on this year:

  • Road to Rural Development video series – launching in April
  • Investment Prospectus Template – accessible in Canva and pre-populated with core data upon request
  • Turning Economic Leakage into Economic Resilience workbook and coaching
  • Provincial Tax Incentive Inventory – a new database built with input from Saskatchewan communities
  • Growing Investment‑Ready Communities in Saskatchewan: A Ground‑Up Guide - rethinking investment readiness and attraction in rural Saskatchewan 

Time Sensitive Opportunities

There is still time to weigh in on the future of Rural Canada and the Government of Canada builds a new Rural Economic Development Plan. Take part in the digital consultation before February 6- more at this link.  

The Government of Saskatchewan is pleased to host the Indigenous Business Financing Forum on February 4, 2026. This (free) digital event will connect Indigenous led businesses and community projects in high-growth industries with top financing experts, key support resources, and knowledge of funding opportunities. Find out more and register here.
First Monthly Member Meetup of 2026 -January 28
Join this month's host Christina Birch, SEDA Chairperson along with special guests Sticks & Doodles.
Register Here
First Monthly Member Meetup of 2026 -January 28
Community Builders Workshops April 27 to May 8
Energizing community builder Peter Kenyon is back this year hosting workshops in Prince Albert, Humboldt, Manitou Beach, Biggar, Assiniboia, Estevan and Melville. Join Peter and learn how to “Harness the Experience Economy to Enhance Community and Business Prosperity”. Registration opens February 1.
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Community Builders Workshops April 27 to May 8
Connecting the Dots: Paths to Prosperity Summit October 26-28
Connecting the Dots between sectors, people, practice and partners will be central to our annual gathering in 2026 - this is one event you will not want to miss! October 26 will feature pre-summit options with Bill Stainton opening the event on October 27th. Bill is a 29‑time Emmy Award winner and Hall of Fame keynote speaker known for his expertise in innovation, creativity, and breakthrough thinking. Summit Registration will open March 1 alongside a preliminary program- stay tuned for more details.
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Connecting the Dots: Paths to Prosperity Summit October 26-28

January 27 Reels Reloaded Virtual

January 28 SEDA Member Monthly Meet-up

February 6 Indigenous Business Financing Forum Virtual

February 12 Final Offer: Marketing Made Easy Virtual

April 27 - May 8 Community Builder Workshops (in person) with Peter Kenyon

October 26-28 Connecting the Dots: 2026 Provincial Summit

 

Members - submit your upcoming events to seda@seda.ca
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