The SEDA Advantage

As the leading non-governmental organization for provincial community and economic development, we offer exclusive resources, support, and a thriving network. Our mission: to empower your success through four key benefits.

Preferential Access

Members receive access to proprietary programs and curated resources including our funding database and recorded webinars. Be the first to take advantage of member rates with suppliers and capitalize on training and events with registration discounts.

• SEDA members will receive an exclusive 20% discount on all Localintel’s tools when they sign up for a 3-year subscription and a 10% discount with a 1-year commitment.
  
• Monthly Members Only Meetups (free)
• Topical webinars (free)
• Annual Provincial Summit (10-15% off registration)
• Online Community and Economic Development Program (50% off registration)
• Professional Certification fees and Maintenance of Certification fees for PCED.SK® (50% off fees)

On Demand Services

Identify solutions with help from the SEDA team.  Capitalize on coaching and research support that is included with your membership. If needed, gain extra capacity with services available on a cost recovery basis.

• We provide a basic coaching package of 4 hours with membership. Members may add on monthly subscription options or other consulting services provided on a cost recovery basis.
•  Member Only Programs such as First Impressions and Business Counts will support your planning and business development efforts.Be proactive and leverage Saskatchewan Preparedness and Disaster Recovery Toolkit.

Inspiration and Learning

Explore new opportunities and increase your competencies via the weekly Inspiration File and in-person and online training.  Our content hub, Economic Development Online, is the go-to resource for knowledge and tools.

• Online education options are offered at a 50% discount relative to non-member rates. Members receive a minimum 10% discount to in person training and networking events.
• Professional Certification fees and Maintenance of Certification fees for the provincial designation Professional Community & Economic Developer of Saskatchewan PCED.SK^®  are significantly reduced for SEDA members.

Connections and Visibility

Join our community of professionals to benefit from networking, mentorship, and partnerships with individuals who share similar goals and values.

• Participate in virtual Monthly Meetups (for members only).
• Use the online directory to profile your community and organization with documents, videos, or social media tags.
• Promote events in SEDA’s online Calendar of Events and Inspiration File newsletter. Use the network and Job Centre to find qualified candidates.
• Highlight your accomplishments with awards and profiles in our communication materials.