Community economic development is economic, social, environmental, and cultural development of the community, by the community. CFWR offers community economic development services to municipalities, Chambers of Commerce, Community Development Corporations, and other local groups.

Our services include:

✅ Organizational development and growth assistance

✅ Strategic planning

✅ Workshops and presentations

✅ Project development assistance

✅ Regional partnerships and development

Organizational Development & Growth Assistance

We provide guidance for establishing new committees, non-profits, or charitable organizations. We can also assist when an existing organization requires restructuring or expansion. Consultation can be provided in various governance and operational areas such as by-laws, policies, meetings, etc.

Check out our Effective Boards and Committees Handbook which is designed to empower organizations in strengthening their board governance practices. It offers practical guidance on building and maintaining effective boards and committees, providing insights into best practices for governance, decision-making, and organizational leadership.

Strategic Planning

CFWR can facilitate strategic planning for your group and help develop the planning document to guide your organization towards success. Through strategic planning, organizations analyze their current operations and determine direction to achieve their ideal future state. Planning leads to improved communication and teamwork, better alignment of activities and resources, clear strategies and action plans, and deeper understanding and commitment to the organization. Strategic planning is a tool that can greatly benefit non-profit or for-profit agencies of any sector, size or stage of development.

Workshops & Presentations

Investing in the development of individuals and groups is crucial for the success of any organization. CFWR offers workshops and presentations tailored to enhance human capacity for community economic development. Geared towards non-profit groups, our topics include board development, organizational planning, proposal writing, and teamwork.

Project Development Assistance

Do you have a new idea for a project, program or service but are not sure how to proceed? Come and tell us about it. We can help assess the feasibility of your project and provide advice on process steps, concept development, project planning, finding partners and funding, and organizing a project committee. Let CFWR help set you up for project success.

Check out our Proposal Writing Handbook which is designed to strengthen knowledge about funding agencies and how to write successful grants to leverage funds for a project, program, or organization. It offers practical guidance on building skills required to find and partner with funding agencies.

Download our our Grant List which is designed to help you find funders that align with the project or program you are seeking funding assistance for.

Regional Partnerships & Development

CFWR is at the forefront of regional social and economic development opportunities. We can help in fostering partnerships and facilitating planning among communities, sectors, businesses, and social organizations to drive regional initiatives and address common challenges. We love Eastern Manitoba and actively promote our businesses, organizations, and the region as a whole. We welcome everyone to explore and experience the North Eastman Region.

For more information on our Community Economic Development services, please contact Allison DePaulo, CED Coordinator at (204) 345-8691 or at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..