Partnership Initiatives
Partnerships with other organizations are an integral part of our strategy for achieving the BDIC’s vision. The BDIC fosters partnerships with other government and non-government organizations to provide support, resources and opportunities for the delivery of our programs and services.
Some recent partnerships include:
Canada Youth Business Foundation (CYBF) – In November 2006, the BDIC entered into a partnership with the CYBF, five Community Futures Development Corporations and the Department of Industry Tourism and Investment to deliver the CYBF program in their regions.
“The CYBF is a national charity providing start-up mentoring, financing and business resources for young Canadians, age 18-34, to create their own successful business. Whether urban or rural, service or high-tech, traditional or futuristic, CYBF helps young Canadians make their dream of owing a business come true.” For information on accessing CYBF programs or other business resources visit the CYBF web site at www.cybf.ca.
Strategic Investment in Northern Economic Development (SINED) – The BDIC facilitated a joint application to access SINED funding on behalf of five Community Futures Development Corporations and two regional offices of the Department of Industry Tourism and Investment. Funding was secured to expand the delivery of the video conferencing seminars with BusinessLink (Alberta) to Norman Wells, Hay River, Fort Simpson and, when internet service allows, Whati.
For further information please contact the BDIC.