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Today, 21st April is the UN’s World Creativity and Innovation Day. It was established to encourage everyone to dig deep and find their own inner Leonardo da Vinci. Born in April 1452 Leonardo was the supreme example of a Renaissance man - someone who broke boundaries and crossed disciplines between the humanities, science, technology, and arts. He saw you could apply creativity to every walk of life, occupation, and career.

The UN recognizes too that creativity is at the core of human development. Creativity goes far beyond its ‘classic’ realm in the arts: It’s about general problem-solving. It’s about thinking, planning, acting with imagination. It allows us to think ahead and not to be surprised by the next crisis. It is about staying open-minded, about being bold, about finding unusual solutions.

	Economic Development Week Saskatchewan TOOLKIT now online Unleash those creative juices and join us in celebrating the contributions of economic development. Yes, it is a discipline that is challenging to explain in five words or less! However, we have three great videos posted on the #EDW2021 web page to assist you in spreading the word. Download the TOOLKIT and access videos here

	Government of Canada online consultation on gig workers Chances are that we all know at least one gig worker. The Government of Canada is seeking to update labour standards with respect to this rapidly growing segment. Input from workers and employers invited before April 30.

	13 Mayors in metro Edmonton come together in a scaleable economic development model Hats off to the leadership commitment that made this happen. Read more

	Does your Community Prospectus provide a business case for potential home buyers? Some rural communities may have an advantage - if so - sell it! This example from the United States can be easily adapted to your community. Read more here

	The Universal Law of Benches A reminder that placemaking can be as simple as a well-placed bench - in communities of all sizes. Read more