Emerging Leaders News
OnBoard! 4 now accepting applications!
March 08, 2010
EL is now accepting applications for the fourth round of our popular OnBoard! program. OnBoard! matches talented emerging leaders with volunteer opportunities on local boards, commissions, and special committees. Local organizations gain access to amazing young talent and ELs get fantastic experience in governance, policy, special event planning and more! Partners in this round include the City of London’s London Advisory Council on Heritage (LACH), London Arts Council, Sunshine Foundation and CNIB! Click here to apply now!
Still time to register for AgendaCamp London—this Sunday!!
January 26, 2010
AgendaCamp is a highly interactive participant-led event around the theme of reinventing Ontario. THIS SUNDAY, JANUARY 31st the road show comes to London with a focus on Ontario’s competitive edge in the 21st century and London’s creative, social and economic challenges and advantages. The AgendaCamp format includes parallel discussion sessions in small groups throughout the day. Details: 9:30am to 4:30pm at UCC, the University Community Centre at The University of Western Ontario. Apply here!
Your input: McCormick factory area future land use
January 21, 2010
The City of London is considering changing the land use designation of the area surrounding the former McCormick’s factory on Dundas Street. Historically, the land has been used for industrial purposes, but they would like your input about what it could be used for. The sky’s the limit! This is your chance to get involved and change the face of an underutilized area of London’s east end. There are a number of different ways to have your say – join the online discussion (http://www.mccormickareastudy.com), attend one of the upcoming meetings (see http://www.london.ca/mccormick for dates and locations), or reply by . See the project backgrounder here and be part of the vision!
Help London’s students connect and stay! Be a part of the Student2Business Networking Conference!
January 05, 2010
Connecting emerging talent with local industry and strengthening London’s economy through investment - Student-2-Business builds powerful networks and enables opportunity. S2B is not a job fair, but an opportunity for students to connect with local business leaders, and for business and community delegates to offer their insight on London’s economy. Over 600 students and 300 business and community delegates will attend the 2010 event - a great opportunity for London, as students and business and community delegates come together to make connections for London’s future as a dynamic community. Keynote Dave Howlett will provide a dynamic session on how to make the most out of new connections is his popular “Knocking Down Silos” session.
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Does your Business Need a Boost? Enter the Venture London Business Plan Competition!
November 30, 2009
Venture London is the region’s premier business competition, helping foster entrepreneurship in the London area. A two-round process, Venture London can take your business to its next level of growth with prizes that include cash and business acceleration services and products. Application forms are due on December 3, with full business plans due January 13.
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Downtown Master Plan: Participate in Public Workshop
November 17, 2009
Emerging Leaders are invited to participate in the second public workshop for the Downtown Master Plan, intended to build about recent successes in the Downtown and establish a framework for the ongoing revitalization of Downtown London, including heritage conservation, urban design guidelines and new policies and programs. HAVE YOUR SAY: Tuesday, November 24, 2009 7-9PM, Lorraine Ivey Shuttleworth Community Gallery, Museum London.
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Have your say! London 2030 Transportation Master Plan
November 09, 2009
The City of London is embarking on a Transportation Master Plan (TMP) study to improve the ways we get around in London. This exciting new initiative aims to examine every form of transportation we currently have in our city, determine what’s good and what could be improved, and explore the feasibility of newer sustainable types of public transportation. Led by the City of London and our consulting team from AECOM, this study is taking place now and wraps up early in 2011. The end result will be our “London 2030 Transportation Master Plan”. This ‘plan’ will be used to guide the City of London in developing London’s future transportation system. HAVE YOUR SAY, STARTING TOMORROW—NOVEMBER 10—AT AN OPEN HOUSE AND INTERACTIVE WORKSHOP, taking place at the Western Fair Carousel Room, 6-7PM Open House, 7-9:30PM Workshop. Get all the details in the SmartMoves Newsletter.
Have you given The United Way your “Thought Donation” yet?
November 01, 2009
ThinkCommunity.ca is an opportunity for you to share your opinions about our community—the people, the neighborhoods, the issues, and most importantly, the possibilities that exist for us all in a community where everyone matters.
What do they need? A thought donation. In less than 10 minutes you can contribute to a shared vision for our community by participating in an interactive video survey as a first step towards re-imagining our community’s future together. “Donate” now!
Get involved in the London Short Film Showcase!!
October 27, 2009
November 6 - 8, participate in Ontario’s premier film showcase—from a Friday mixer at The Arts Project, to the screening of over two dozen fabulous short films at various downtown venues, to a gala evening at Museum London!
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Introducing….London’s Incubator Network Centre (L.I.N.C.) in downtown London
October 13, 2009
Got a new business, growing enterprise or a fantastic entrepreneurial idea?? Wilfin Design and Media Group is currently accepting applications from small business owners, entrepreneurs, independent freelancers, groups, organizations, idea developers, and more for the NEW L.I.N.C. (London’s Incubator Network Centre). Wilfin Design will be opening their doors to some new opportunities for business owners and entrepreneurs to join their working environment in this newly developed downtown location. Located at 428 Richmond Street in the heart of downtown London, this 1903 original People’s Loan and Trust Company building space has been newly renovated into a New York style open concept office space.
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New Collaborations and Great Events for October
October 07, 2009
Emerging Leaders is pleased to announce that collaborative partnerships are being established with a number of fabulous local initiatives that represent, support and engage London’s young professional population. These initiatives include: Forest City Sport and Social Club (FCSSC), GenNext, London Creative Network, Museum Underground, Young Professionals Social Group and Engage London. Look for new collaborative events and initiatives from EL and these partners. Until then, check out the following fabulous partner events for October....
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Would you rather…party with GenNext or stay at home?
September 24, 2009
On October 14th, Emerging Leaders are invited to take part in the launch of GenNext, an exciting new initiative by the United Way of London & Middlesex to encourage Londoners in their 20s and 30s to become more actively involved in shaping our community. The mission of GenNext is to mobilize our generation to make a positive impact in our own community through awareness, involvement and giving.
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City of London Urban Structure Plan
September 21, 2009
Are you passionate about regional transit and city design? Over the next several months, City Urban Designer (and fellow Emerging Leader), Sean Galloway, will be leading a discussion on the future structure of our urban landscape. Here’s a preview of the proposed structure. Emerging Leaders will advise when there are opportunities to learn more, to get involved and to advocate for smart, sustainable urban design in our community. Stay tuned…
Emerging Leaders solidify future plans: Ivey report highlights need for permanent structure
September 03, 2009
Emerging Leaders is announcing plans to create a more permanent organizational structure to support the retention and development of 18-35 year olds in the London community. The announcement comes after a year-long intensive sustainability review process. In the fall of 2008, the founding EL steering committee, invited a new, objective group of emerging leaders to spearhead the process, working in partnership with a consulting team from the Richard Ivey School of Business and led by Michael Barr, Director of Business Development and Marketing for local biotech company, Critical Outcome Technologies Inc., and former head of Ivey’s for-profit business consulting company. The consulting team completed the 40-page report in a 5-month intensive process, including demographic research and statistical analysis, stakeholder interviews, member surveys, and an examination of best practices in retention across North America, which was then vetted by the 14-member advisory committee who shaped a new vision for the EL organization.
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Have your say: Downtown London online survey
August 26, 2009
Share your ideas and vision for the future of Downtown London. Fill out a quick online survey or read more about the Downtown Master Plan study.
2009 Pillar Community Innovation Awards Finalists Announced
August 18, 2009
The finalists for this year’s Pillar Community Innovation Awards have been selected. They include three finalists in each of the award categories: Community Innovation, Community Leadership, Community Impact, and Community Collaboration. The annual Pillar Awards celebrate nonprofits and charities and the individuals, businesses and government sector organizations who work with them to make our community brighter. In 2008, Emerging Leaders was honoured for Community Innovation.
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Downtown London: Have your say!
July 29, 2009
We all know how important a thriving downtown is to the future of our community, to our economic prosperity and to our ability to attract and retain talent. In Think Tanks, downtown improvement was a number one issue for Emerging Leaders. Here is your opportunity to share your vision for our downtown with the City of London, the London Downtown Business Association and Mainstreet London, at a Public Visioning Session on the Downtown Master Plan.
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Get out there!
July 22, 2009
While we’re working away on our new sustainable organizational model, we know you’re still looking for terrific opportunities to socialize and build new relationships with like-minded ELs! Check out these fantastic social groups—Forest City Sport and Social Club and the Young Professionals Social Group.
OnBoard! Application Deadline extended to July 13!
June 29, 2009
Need more time to update your resume? No problem! The deadline for Round 3 of the Emerging Leaders OnBoard! program has been extended! Don’t miss your opportunity to connect with exciting volunteer opportunities on local boards, committees and advisory groups, including Investing in Children, the Small Business Centre, Venture Prize London and the London Children’s Museum.
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Request for Interview Subjects: Intellectual Property Study
June 23, 2009
Students from the Faculty of Law at The University of Western Ontario are conducting a study regarding the mobilisation of intellectual property expertise in the province of Ontario, funded by the Law Foundation of Ontario. One of the purposes of the study is to determine the information and intellectual property law needs of people in our area. These needs may include copyright, trademark, and patents information needs, or information on topics like libel, communications law, or privacy. The group is looking to interview anyone who may be interested in participating in this study, preferably in person, to determine intellectual property and information law needs, and whether they are being met.
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Painted Violins…Strung Out on the Arts - Special Offering for Emerging Leaders
June 16, 2009
Orchestra London wants you to get strung out on the arts! It’s the PARTY of the Year.
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OnBoard Round 3 is now on!
June 12, 2009
Emerging Leaders is now accepting applications for the 3rd round of its popular community project, OnBoard! OnBoard! matches Emerging Leaders with volunteer opportunities on local boards, special commissions and committees. To date, over 30 Emerging Leaders positions have been created and filled with more than two dozen local non-profits and organizations. New opportunities include Vanier Children Services, London Fringe, the Small Business Centre and Venture Prize London. Click to see the full listing!!
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Free Summer Concert Series at City Centre
June 07, 2009
City Centre will heat up the downtown lunch hour starting in June. Throughout the summer four concerts are planned as a token of appreciation for tenants and the downtown community. The free concert series features local talent and began with The Shelly Rastin Band on June 4. The schedule is rounded out by Sonja Gustafson (Smooth Jazz), Chris Chown (Blues) and Kottintrip (Rock), and all shows are outdoors over the lunch hour in their Dundas Street parking lot.
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Summer Camps at Museum London
June 07, 2009
Looking for summer activities for the kids?? Museum London’s three summer art classes, Off the Wall, Sound Beginnings, and Up, Up and Away are available for children ages 6 to 8 and 9 to 12.
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Nominate a deserving Londoner for a Pillar Community Innovation Award!
June 04, 2009
The Awards celebrate nonprofits and charities and the individuals, businesses and government sector organizations who work with them to make our community brighter in four categories: Innovation, Leadership, Impact and Collaboration. Emerging Leaders is a past Innovation Award recipient! The nomination deadline is fast approaching—June 30—so get your nominations in today!
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Need volunteers? Emerging Leaders can help!
May 25, 2009
Emerging Leaders is now accepting partner submissions for the THIRD round of OnBoard! placements. OnBoard! connects talented Emerging Leaders with meaningful volunteer positions in the London community, including positions on non-profit boards, commissions and special committees. Over 30 London organizations have benefited from OnBoard! and the time, talent and enthusiastic participation of EL volunteers. Submissions will be accepted until this Friday, May 29.
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LOLA Poster Contest
May 13, 2009
A great poster contest for EL artists! The chosen artwork will be screened in a limited edition run. Have fun coming up with some cool concepts for the best music festival that London has to offer.
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Special EL ticket price for TechAlliance Power Breakfast with Jim Carroll
May 13, 2009
TechAlliance along with Premier Sponsor, Harrison Pensa LLP, are pleased to invite Emerging Leaders to the annual TechAlliance Power Breakfast at the London Convention Centre on May 27 2009 (7:30 am – 9:30 am), featuring Jim Carroll, with a special Emerging Leaders ticket price.
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What’s up with Emerging Leaders?!
May 01, 2009
Over the past six months, you may have noticed a decrease in visible activity by the Emerging Leaders initiative. This message is to let you know that, while we’ve been quiet, we are still going strong and in fact have been working behind the scenes to create even more opportunities for London’s 22-44 demographic by ensuring EL’s continued sustainability and viability. We want to thank you for your continued interest and support and invite you to read on to find out where we are and where we’re going...together.
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TechAlliance presents: London Tech Week
March 12, 2009
Emerging Leaders are invited to get involved in the only week dedicated to London’s technology sector. March 30 – April 3, 2009, join TechAlliance and its members as they recognize the many diverse technology companies that call London home, from leading software development firms, to cutting edge gaming and digital media companies, to innovative information technology enterprises.
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Get involved in London’s first ever timed film contest!
March 12, 2009
From March 13 to March 16, 2009, Filmmakers from London and surrounding area will be competing in the London Fringe 62-hour Film Contest, the first public timed film competition in the area, and challenged to write, shoot, and edit a short film in 62 hours. This competition has been created to advance and promote film-making in London and encourages filmmakers to create a unique and innovative film within a specific time frame.
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Watch the Mayor’s 2009 State of the City Address
February 23, 2009
Did you miss the 2009 State of the City Address?
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Call for Expressions of Interest: Outdoor Art Feature
February 19, 2009
The Corporation of the City of London, Tenders and Proposals, is seeking Expressions of Interest for the following project: Exploring Outdoor Art Feature for The Tricar Renaissance Development Project. Closing Date: 12:00 noon, local time, MARCH 13, 2009.
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What does Literacy look like to you? Participate in the Literacy CLICKS Photo Contest!
February 12, 2009
DID YOU KNOW that according to a recent study, almost 50% of Canadians do not have the necessary literacy skills to function effectively in today’s society? Emerging Leaders are invited to get involved in community literacy! The Literacy Clicks Photo Contest asks residents of London and Middlesex to take photos of “what literacy looks like to you” for the chance to win up to $500 or other prizes. During the contest, you can submit photos via mail, email, or upload them directly to the website, check out all the submissions and even rate your favourites at any time by visiting either http://www.literacyinlondon.ca or http://www.literacyinmiddlesex.ca.
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Musical Theatre Productions presents: Nunsense, with special Emerging Leaders ticket price!
February 12, 2009
MTP is offering special Emerging Leaders tickets at a rate of $15 for Nunsense - a comedic “mega musical”.
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State of the City Address - Special Emerging Leaders table offer
January 09, 2009
Don’t miss the 2009 State of the City, the annual address by London’s Mayor which sets the tone for Council as they move into a new year. The Chamber of Commerce is extending a special limited offer to Emerging Leaders - $25.00 per ticket at an Emerging Leaders table.
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Ontario Volunteer Service Awards - deadline for nominations is Jan 25th
January 07, 2009
Nominate a deserving Londoner for an Ontario Volunteer Service Awards.
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Some mistletoe to make your season bright!
December 19, 2008
Emerging Leaders wishes you and yours a joyous holiday season! We hope to see you early in 2009 for a new year’s mixer. 2009 will also mark the release of the EL Sustainability Review and the launch of Emerging London: The Emerging Leaders Report to the Community - an interactive online community engagement tool! Stay tuned for details…
Richard Florida coming to London
December 09, 2008
The creative cities innovator will be the keynote speaker at the at the second annual Student-2-Business networking conference on January 26th, 2009.
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London Matters - December 2008
December 09, 2008
The LEDC’s London Matters e-newsletter for December is now available online. London Matters is a compilation of local business and economic development-related news and events. View it here.
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New OnBoard! opportunity with VON
November 25, 2008
The Board of the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) is seeking emerging leaders volunteers! Click to find out more.
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The future of Emerging Leaders: we need your feedback!
November 24, 2008
The Emerging Leaders (EL) initiative has been fortunate over the past three years to have growing support from our demographic and from the larger community for our vision and our community projects. With this momentum naturally comes questions about future directions and sustainability.
The EL steering committee believes that this appropriate time in our evolution to undertake an objective review of our current and potential directions, partners and models. The review is being led, at an arm’s length from the original steering committee, by an advisory group made up of a diverse team of emerging leaders, some of whom have been heavily involved in EL as participants, others who have been healthy skeptics and some who are new to London and to the concept itself, in partnership with a project team from the Richard Ivey School of Business.
As part of the process, the Ivey team is conducting a survey of the EL membership. Please click to read more and help us in the review by taking the survey.
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London Short Film Showcase seeking volunteers
November 20, 2008
On November 6th - 8th 2009, the London Short Film Showcase will return and they need your help to get there. They are currently looking for volunteers and board members to help in the planning process of the showcase and all its events throughout the year. If you are excited about film in London, are outgoing, hardworking and are interested in being a part of our team, please send a resume to admin@londonshortfilmshowcase.com before Dec 1st.
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Emerging Leaders honoured for Community Collaboration and Innovation!
November 14, 2008
At an awards gala on Wednesday evening, Emerging Leaders was the very proud recipient of a Pillar Community Innovation Award. The awards celebrate the ways in which innovation, leadership and collaboration in the nonprofit and charitable sector have made our community better. The Innovation honour was awarded to Emerging Leaders for “maximizing and leveraging community resources....for the betterment of our community”. A huge thanks to Emerging Leader Kelly McManus of The United Way for nominating the initiative and congratulations to all EL members -now nearly 1000 strong- on this honour, which belongs to every single person who has participated in the initiative since 2006 and to all of our community and project partners!! See a full list…
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Nominations for the 2009 London Music Awards now open
November 11, 2008
Help celebrate the accomplishments of those who are involved in London’s music scene, by nominating them for a London Music Award.
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LEDC’s London Matters e-Newsletter now available
November 11, 2008
An monthly overview of business news and events in the London region. Click here to access the November edition.
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We Remember: November 11th Information for Emerging Leaders
November 10, 2008
London’s Remembrance Day Service will take place at the Victoria Park Cenotaph at 10:45 a.m. A parade of veterans and dignitaries begins at 10:30 a.m. marching west on Dundas from Waterloo to Wellington, then north to Victoria Park. Click to find out more about Remembrance Day coverage on Rogers TV.
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Musical Theatre Productions present IOLANTHE with special EL ticket price
November 04, 2008
Musical Theatre Productions, a community organization providing opportunities for participation in all aspects of amateur musical theatre and an Emerging Leaders OnBoard! partner, is offering EL members a special ticket price for their production of Gilbert and Sullivan’s IOLANTHE, at the Palace Theatre from November 14 to 21.
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Bill Clinton visits London: Special Offer for Emerging Leaders
October 30, 2008
On November 26, Power Within Inc. will present the Honorable President William Jefferson Clinton live at the John Labatt Centre, speaking on the state of the global economy. Members and guests of Emerging Leaders are eligible to participate in this extraordinary event at a special corporate rate of $99 (a savings of $150).
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Pillar Innovation Awards: Special Ticket Price for Emerging Leaders!
October 27, 2008
Emerging Leaders is proud to be a finalist for the 2008 Pillar Community Innovation Awards. The awards celebrate the ways in which innovation, leadership and collaboration in the nonprofit and charitable sector have made our community better. Be a part of this exciting evening on November 12 by taking advantage of a special ticket price for Emerging Leaders - just $45 per person!
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City of London seeking participants for “Strengthening Neighbourhoods” Initiative
October 15, 2008
The City is recruiting interested and engaged residents to participate in creating a city-wide strategy and implementation plan to create strong, healthy and vibrant neighbourhoods. This topic was identified in think tanks as a key area of interest for Emerging Leaders. Here is your chance to take that interest a step further! Participants will have the opportunity to help define what makes a strong neighbourhood and how to achieve it.
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Emerging Leaders Election Resources
October 08, 2008
We all count. So should our votes. Emerging Leaders is all about involvement, investment and voice for our demographic. One of the ways to ensure your voice is heard is to vote in the federal election on October 14. To help you become more informed, we have compiled a list of resources, including links to federal platforms, local representatives and a list of blogs on the issues. Check them out…
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Join the Jack Richardson Music Awards Planning Committee
October 07, 2008
The Jack Richardson Music Awards, a not-for-profit initiative dedicated to honouring musical excellence in London, is looking for emerging leaders to join its 2009 planning committee. The awards bring together all facets of the city’s music community to acknowledge and encourage the efforts of musicians and music industry professionals within London. Volunteer opportunities include fundraising, communications and community relations. Interested?
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Emerging Leaders is a PIllar Community Innovation Award Finalist!
October 01, 2008
Emerging Leaders has been nominated for a Pillar Community Innovation Award, in the Innovation Category. The awards honour the innovation, leadership and collaboration of individuals and groups that help make London a stronger community. Join the celebration on November 12!
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Arts Quest seeking volunteers
September 30, 2008
Arts Quest is seeking volunteers for its second annual arts festival, which includes ticketed and free concerts, visual arts exhibitions and creative workshops on October 18.
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LEDC Quarterly Newsletter now available
September 30, 2008
A quarterly summary of London economic growth and development data. Check it out here.
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So you want to be an entrepreneur? Special offer for Emerging Leaders….
September 11, 2008
TechAlliance is pleased to offer Emerging Leaders a special rate for Entrepreneur 1.0 – The Ultimate Business Boot Camp. This 9-week course, taught by experienced faculty members from The Richard Ivey School of Business, seasoned entrepreneurs, business leaders, and professional service providers from the community, will help participants acquire the practical tools and knowledge needed to manage business challenges and develop the support network that every entrepreneur needs to succeed.
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Less than one month for nominations to Pillar Community Innovation Awards
August 18, 2008
The Pillar Community Innovation Awards celebrate the ways in which innovation, leadership and contribution in the nonprofit and charitable sector have made our community better.
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Emerging Leaders now on LinkedIn!
August 14, 2008
Join the Emerging Leaders Group on LinkedIn and help build your professional network in London.
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2008 LONDON SHORT FILM SHOWCASE DRAWS LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL INTEREST
August 08, 2008
A food fight. A homicidal cherub. A last chance at life. A fantasy inducing donut. A drug bust. These events and more will be featured at the 2008 London Short Film Showcase, taking place Saturday August 23 at Rainbow Cinemas in Galleria Mall, organized by a group of your fellow Emerging Leaders!
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Interested in the future of Emerging Leaders? Have your say!
August 06, 2008
To date, Emerging Leaders has been driven by a dedicated steering committee. We have been fortunate to have tremendous support from the community which has caused some major momentum, but we also realize that the same few people can’t keep up the mo-jo alone…and that we shouldn’t! An initiative like this needs fresh faces and perspectives to keep it real. And so, we’ve engaged a group of fellow emerging leaders to look at the future of this initiative from a sustainability perspective…
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HOT AUGUST NIGHTS Mega Mixer!
July 24, 2008
Emerging Leaders, London Creative Network and Young Professionals Social Group are taking over the streets of London! Yep that’s right it’s fusion-style baby! We’re all coming together to celebrate the final days of summer and you are invited to the mega party where good food, good drinks and good people will be flowing in large supply!
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City of London website survey
July 08, 2008
The City of London’s website was redesigned and re-launched in January of this year. Please help them continue to improve the site by participating in a short survey.
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Ivey in the community: pro-bono consulting and community impact project
July 08, 2008
This September, students at the Richard Ivey School of Business will once again lend their business expertise to not-for-profit organizations, free-of-charge AND will be partnering with United Way of London & Middlesex to launch the Community Impact Challenge, an opportunity for your organization to benefit from the time, talent and expertise of a team of first-year Ivey HBA students.
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Race to Erase Hunger seeking teams for London challenge
June 23, 2008
Created two years ago by Emerging Leaders’ sister organization in Sarnia, The Young Professionals of Sarnia-Lambton, the Race to Erase is an annual fundraising event that features teams of four adults racing throughout the community between timed, fun-filled challenges. Past challenges in the Sarnia race include working together to catch a fish at the Bluewater Hatchery, sinking a putt while wearing sight simulator glasses for the CNIB, and participating in a banana-split-eating contest. The goals of the race are to raise awareness and funds for a local not-for-profit organization. The Race is coming to London this year with proceeds to the London Food Bank. Sign up your team today!
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Canadian Association of Professional Educators seeking volunteers
June 23, 2008
The Canadian Association of Professional Educators is presenting a 2 part series of seminars based on the methodology of delivering knowledge to others, called Level One Training: Foundation Stage. To ensure quality, they are holding a half day “focus group seminar” on July 15th, 2008 from 9am until 12pm at the Lerner’s room in the Central Public Library and are looking for volunteer participants.
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If you missed Knocking Down Silos…
June 20, 2008
...see the attached follow-up by our speaker, Dave Howlett. Howlettfollowupletter.pdf
Thanks to the 150+ emerging leaders and local business and community leaders who supported this program and who support OnBoard! and MentorNET. We have much to celebrate with over 30 new emerging leaders positions created on local boards, commissions and special committees, and 15 mentor matches between emerging leaders and prominent Londoners, with dozens more to come this fall!
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London Economic Development Corporation Newsletter - Q1 2008
June 16, 2008
Check out the latest economic data for London and region in this issue of LEDC’s quarterly newsletter.
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Healthy Living website launched
June 06, 2008
Check out this new resource to help residents of Middlesex-London live healthy lives by Getting Active, Eating Smart and Being Smoke-free, including downloadable Bike and Walk Map and Get Fresh-Eat Local farm map.
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Call for Nominations: Pillar Community Innovation Awards
May 21, 2008
Share your stories. Inspire by example. Recognize deserving individuals and organizations.
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Additional OnBoard! Opportunities available
May 14, 2008
Meals on Wheels and Hope’s Garden are seeking board members and volunteers!
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Mark your calendars for June 18!
May 12, 2008
Special Emerging Leaders speaker event and uber-mixer.
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Emerging Leaders present: The Livable City Café
May 12, 2008
In Think Tank III, we focused as group on issues of Community Infrastructure, Recreation and Leisure, including issues of urban design and downtown revitalization. How do the aspirations of Emerging Leaders for the “livable city” match up with the city’s official plan and a new vision by London’s first urban designer? Join us on May 27!
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Special EL rate for TechAlliance Power Breakfast
May 05, 2008
Emerging Leaders are invited to take advantage of a special ticket price for TechAlliance’s annual Power Breakfast -May 21- featuring award-winner and best-selling author of the “Ingenuity Gap” and “The Upside of Down”, Dr. Thomas Homer-Dixon.
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Emerging Leaders @ The Grand!
April 11, 2008
Emerging Leaders and The Grand Theatre are pleased to present “Emerging Leaders @ The Grand”, including a special ticket price ($25 off the regular price) for Twist and Shout: The British Invasion. Join us on April 23!!
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Emerging Leaders featured in Business Monday
March 25, 2008
The cover story of this week’s Business Monday section in the London Free Press features the EL OnBoard! and MentorNET programs. Check it out!
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New OnBoard opportunities now available!!
March 11, 2008
Due to the success of the first round of OnBoard placements, Emerging Leaders is pleased to announce a new round of opportunities, including the boards of Junior Achievement, Investing in Children and Youth Opportunities Unlimited! **APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO APRIL 7!**
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Participate in Earth Hour
March 07, 2008
The City of London invites Emerging Leaders to participate in Earth Hour—March 29, 2008 at 8PM. Their goal is to educate residents of London about this worldwide campaign, to support the initiative, and encourage everyone to participate.
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Win your own exclusive Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt!
March 03, 2008
Rogers Television London and the Easter experts from Cadbury are offering one lucky person a chance to win their very own exclusive Cadbury Easter Egg Hunt for up to 100 family and friends during Easter Weekend on March 22.
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LEDC announces $40M investment in London by The Original Cakerie
March 03, 2008
The Original Cakerie announced plans to locate their manufacturing facility in London, Ontario. Their announcement represents a capital investment of $40 million, with employment expected to reach 400 employees when they start production early next year. This 125,000 sq. ft. facility will be located on 20 acres in Innovation Park.
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A thank you from Friday Knight Lights
February 22, 2008
In recognition of our support through our recent networking mixer, Friday Knight Lights has created a special offer for Emerging Leaders.
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Rotary Club of London seeking your stuff…and your time if you can spare it!
February 21, 2008
The Rotary Club of London is seeking your support for London’s “biggest and best” rummage sale, May 12-13, 2008. The accept donations of all kinds—books, clothing, furniture, toys and much more. You can also volunteer your time at the sale itself. All proceeds are directed to local charities. Click here to find out more.
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EL Sustainability Review: Have your say!
February 12, 2008
We want your feedback! Emerging Leaders has grown tremendously over the past two years, both in momentum and support from the community. Today, we are nearly 700 members strong, each of us interested in the future of our community. We have been overwhelmed by this positive response and momentum...so much so, that it’s just about too much for a volunteer group to handle! With this in mind, we are undertaking a review of EL, our future and our potential sustainability options. Please help us by filling out this short survey.
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Emerging Leaders featured in 2008 State of the City address
February 01, 2008
Emerging Leaders was proud to be included in Mayor Anne Marie DeCicco Best’s 2008 State of the City address, hosted by the London Chamber of Commerce on January 17. Click here to read the full text of her speech.
To view the State of the City Address courtesy of Streaming Digital Media dot Com - Click Here
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Emerging Leaders present “Economic Development & Beyond”
January 11, 2008
With LEDC CEO Peter White. In Emerging Leaders Think Tanks, the most prominent and most consistent theme and message we heard was about the strength of the economy and JOBS, JOBS, JOBS! This is your opportunity to learn, ask questions and provide feedback on this new vision and on the current state of London’s economy.
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Support The Arts Project!
January 10, 2008
Over the past two years, The Arts Project has been a huge supporter of Emerging Leaders, offering us their phenomenal space for our Think Tanks. Now, TAP needs our help. Click here to find out how you can support this phenomenal arts incubator and community destination!
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State of the City: Emerging Leaders Table at Special Rate
January 08, 2008
Reserve your space now for the EL table at the 2008 State of the City address, January 17, at the Convention Centre. The Chamber of Commerce is offering the member rate for Emerging Leaders, only $39 per person! to reserve your space. Seating is limited!
Rogers Television launches Winter Season of Local Programming
January 07, 2008
Rogers Television launches its new winter season of programming beginning today, Monday, January 7th. Watch for the addition of daytime Prime, weekdays @ 5:00 & 6:00 PM; a half-hour edited version of daytime weekdays LIVE @ 11:00 AM with new hosts (Emerging Leader!) Darrin Laidman and Bonnie Baker who previously headlined Today’s Londoner.
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Happy Oh Eight!
January 03, 2008
2008 promises to be an exciting year for Emerging Leaders! Highlights will include the official announcement of the successful candidates for OnBoard! and MentorNET; the release of the EL Think Tank Data Report; an “Art Show a la Think Tank”; special speakers and partnerships; and, some decisions about the future of EL! Stay tuned.....!
Happy Holidays from Emerging Leaders!!!!!!!!
December 20, 2007
Mingle Bells Rocked!
December 20, 2007
Thank you to the 150+ Emerging Leaders who attended our second annual Mingle Bells Holiday Mixer. Click here to see pictures (you must have a facebook account to access them.) Photos are courtesy of . Another fabulously talented Emerging Leader!!
Stiller Centre celebrates 5 years
November 26, 2007
London’s Stiller Centre for Technology Commercialization marks its five year anniversary this November 27th with a celebration at the Windermere Manor. The Stiller Centre’s doors opened for business in November 2002 and five years later, the centre has established itself and continues to thrive as one of Canada’s leading technology incubators.
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LEDC launches e-newsletter
November 16, 2007
This inaugural issue of the London Economic Development Corporation’s online newsletter has launched a new quarterly report to the community indicating changes in London’s economy over the previous quarter.
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Love London?! Let us count the ways!
November 08, 2007
Emerging Leaders is a proud supporter of Ambassador London. Check out the fabulous new Ambassador London website, an interactive playground dedicated to sharing stories and successes about our community. Emerging Leaders has set up a special blog dedicated to what makes London’s 22-44 year old demographic passionate about our great city. What are London’s best kept secrets??? Let’s hear them! All positive comments welcome!!
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Emerging Leaders to host MINGLE BELLS!
November 08, 2007
Emerging Leaders invite you to attend the second annual MINGLE BELLS holiday mixer! Join us at the London Tap House on December 12 for cocktails, music, prizes...and find out about our BIG PLANS for the NEW YEAR!
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What’s Happening with Emerging Leaders? An update for you!
October 20, 2007
Over the past few months, the Emerging Leaders steering committee has been working hard to complete the report on data collected at our four Think Tanks. As you can imagine, sorting thousands of pieces of paper, post-it notes and audio and video clips is no small task! However, we are committed to completing the report and presenting it to the community before the end of 2007. In the meantime, we have created the Emerging Leaders Speaker Series. On Tuesday, October 16, we hosted the inaugural session at Museum London, in partnership with The University of Western Ontario and featuring Seymour Schulich. We have also launched two community development projects, OnBoard! and MentorNET, based on Think Tank data and designed to create opportunities for our demographic to get involved with and contribute to the London community. Here are the results so far…
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A special invitation for Emerging Leaders: Become an Ambassador!
October 20, 2007
There has been a lot of buzz lately about a new grass-roots promotional campaign called Ambassador London, run by dedicated volunteers who are passionate about our City. Their mission is to shape the image of London as a place of global importance and influence – economically, socially and culturally. Emerging Leaders are encouraged to mark Tuesday, November 6th , 4:30 p.m. in their calendars – the date of the Ambassador London public rally launch event at the London Convention Centre.
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GET THE VOTE OUT!
October 09, 2007
This Wednesday, October 10 is the provincial election. If you are able, PLEASE GET OUT AND VOTE. For more information on candidates in your riding, please visit The London Free Press election coverage site and click on the Interactive Election Map. Remember that this year’s election also includes a referendum. Visit Referendum Ontario to find the information you need to make an informed decision about the proposed Mixed Member Proportional (MMP) system.
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Do you LOVE London?
September 28, 2007
Then join fellow Emerging Leaders and tell the world! Ambassador London invites Emerging Leaders to take part in the official public launch of the Ambassador London program—November 6 at the London Convention Centre.
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Junior Achievement seeking Alumni
September 28, 2007
Junior Achievement is seeking Emerging Leaders who are JA Alumni to feature in their marketing efforts!
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