WORKSHOP RESULTS
A New Vision for Durham Region
The Art of Transition symposium included an interactive session moderated by Erik Lockhart of Queen’s University, Executive Decision Centre. The purpose of the workshop was to solicit input from the audience on ideas that will assist Durham Region going forward in order to position itself for prosperity and success.
General themes included:
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Re-positioning of Durham Region – a stronger cultural identity for Durham Region. |
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Develop a creative think tank of community collaborators from a wide variety of stakeholders with a mandate to create partnerships and develop our creative economy. |
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Create a buzz in the downtown cores – revitalize the downtowns. |
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Youth retention – establish a plan to give youth employment opportunities in their own communities. |
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Inclusiveness strategy – support community diversity. |
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Marketing campaign – “Do Durham campaign.” |
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Establish an action group. |
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Undertake an integrated cultural plan. |
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(From left): Break dancers, emcee Dan Carter; Township of Scugog Mayor Marilyn Pearce, Chair of Durham Region’s Finance & Administration Committee; Wayne Conrad, Omachron Science Inc.; Ajax Convention Centre filled to capacity. (Above): Keynote speaker Dr. Richard Florida speaks to attendees about creativity and the evolution of our economy.
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