Emerging Leaders believes in the power of Citizens, Organizations, and Business to redefine our community. We ask you, Businesses, Organizations, and Individuals, to sign the enclosed petition.
»Read MoreEmerging Leaders is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Executive Director.
»Read MoreWishing our members, friends and partners the best during this joyous season. Thanks for making the past year as exciting as it was and we will see you in 2012.
»Read MoreWe are pleased to announce that TechAlliance has been granted status as an Honorary Lifetime Corporate Member with Emerging Leaders London Community Network.
»Read MoreWe’re excited to announce that Emerging Leaders has found a permanent home in London’s downtown core.
»Read MoreOn behalf of myself, Emerging Leaders and the Community Engagement Task Force (CETF) I wanted to send out a public Thank You to the Emerging Leaders members who took time last night to participate in the ‘Kitchen Conversation’ held, providing feedback into the Community Engagement Policy currently being developed by the CETF & the City of London.
»Read MoreLocal businesses and organizations in London can benefit from the continued growth and support of this important community and network by becoming a partner in the Friends of Emerging Leaders Member Rewards Program.
»Read MoreThe time has come for Emerging Leaders to launch its membership program and we wanted you to be the first to know.
»Read MoreThe Emerging Leaders’ OnBoard program is an ongoing effort to connect Emerging Leaders with meaningful opportunities in their community and is a chance to participate local boards, commissions and special committees.
»Read MoreThe Pillar Community Innovation Awards highlight how the nonprofit sector’s innovation, leadership, and collaboration improves the quality of life in London and surrounding area
»Read MoreVOTE Daily over May & June to help bring the Pepsi Community Innovation Hub to the SYN Centre in Downtown London. This interactive hub will be outfitted with technology such as projects, smart boards, LCD Tv’s and wireless access and will be open for the use by the public.
»Read MoreThank You to everyone who took a moment to share their best leadership lesson with Emerging Leaders. There were certainly a lot of great opportunities to learn how to become stronger leaders. We would like share all of the entires and announce the winner of the West/Jet tickets from Timeraiser.
»Read MoreEmerging Leaders’ Relationship Building and Networking Pod has been hard at work trying to find ways to help all emerging leaders become better connected in the diverse communities that are found in and around London. This Pod has come up with an action plan to help provide all emerging leaders with the best possible opportunities to build relationships and network outside of silos.
»Read MoreEmerging Leaders is excited to be part of Gearing up for Growth on March 29, 2011 at the London Convention Centre presenting a session titled Growing Leaders: We need YOU, Leader: 3 Simple Truths to Start a Movement.
»Read MoreDo you love London? Have a passion for building community? Are you good with numbers? Then this may be the perfect opportunity for you! Emerging Leaders is seeking a motivated, dedicated and number crunching Londoner to act as a part-time volunteer bookkeeper for the Emerging Leaders organization. Working with our Community Energizer, this individual will help to ensure that all of the financial undertakings of Emerging Leaders are well documented and in proper order.
»Read MoreYouth are greatly concerned about future employment opportunities. Employers want to hire the right person for the job. Clearly, a gap exists between an employer’s and a young jobseeker’s job expectations.
Take part by completing a survey that could shape the future of job-searching in this age of information technology. Fill out the survey and earn the chance to win one of two ipod shuffles being given away.
»Read MoreEmerging Leaders is thrilled to announce that Kevin Van Lierop is our new, full-time Community Energizer. You are likely familiar with Kevin as a community or culture creator in London. His ongoing passion is to express himself in creative, innovative and inclusive ways that influence, engage and build diverse communities within the Forest City.
»Read MoreBeat the February blah’s with two new community produced programs about and for Londoners,
on Rogers TV, Cable 13. Rogers TV Station Manager Bob Smith says, “Rogers TV takes viewers
inside those London companies we pass by every day and gives them a chance to see ‘how it’s
made’ and who makes it on Business Life. While Game On! gives viewers a chance to meet the
people who are passionate about games that don’t often make headlines.”
Leadership London is an innovative leadership program beginning on February 17th, offered by Emerging Leaders. Leadership London is a specialized leadership development and training series for those that aspire to lead. The program, which will be taught by a mix of emerging and established leaders in a variety of formats, will begin in late March and have two different streams, Rigorous and Challenge. The ultimate goal of Leadership London is to help emerging talent hone their leadership skills, build relationships with established business and community leaders, and to get emerging leaders using their leadership skills to help address local issues. Register for Leadership London here.
»Read MoreLondon Community Foundation connects philanthropy with community needs and opportunities in order to make London and Middlesex the best place to live, work, learn, and grow. In partnership with Ignite London, LCF present the Community Vitality Grant program. This grant program is open to speakers participating in the 2011 Ignite London series. Ignite London is a high-energy evening of 5-minute talks by people who have an idea and want to share it with others. Run by local volunteers, Ignite London aims to raise the collective IQ and build connections in our city.
»Read MoreNominate a deserving London artist for a Chris Doty Award of Excellence.
»Read MoreLooking for ways to get involved, give back, explore your community, meet like-minded Londoners, gain valuable professional development or personal enrichment? Start at London For the Win, a collection of London’s most relevant, exciting and important initiatives, across sectors, all in one place!
Five local organizations—Downtown London, Emerging Leaders, London Arts Council, London Heritage Council and Pillar Nonprofit Network—have announced an ambitious plan to help restore two downtown properties, one the historic Century Theatre, and to co-locate their nonprofit organizations in the new SYNergy Centre to increase efficiency, collaboration and innovation across sectors, cultures and demographics.
»Read MoreLondon’s LGBT youth (lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered) are hearing a powerful message of support from their city. The “It Gets Better London” campaign is launching its first inspiring video midnight Thursday, December 9 at Lavish Night Club & Ultra Lounge. A large online social networking community is growing to spread the word. “It Gets Better London” is a local grassroots initiative tied to the global It Gets Better Project (http://www.itgetsbetter.org) that spreads hope to LGBT youth across the world. American podcaster Dan Savage and his partner Terry recorded a video with the uplifting message that “it gets better” for the 90 per cent of LGBT youth who face harassment because of their sexuality — including a third who attempt suicide. The campaign has grown to more than 7000 “It Gets Better” videos worldwide (including one from President Obama).
»Read MoreIn November, London Convention Centre and Emerging Leaders were proud to present bestselling author and award-winning entrepreneur Jason Ryan Dorsey. Jason’s team has kindly provided us with a summary video of his insightful presentation. See more of Jason’s engaging style here or visit his website to learn more. You can also follow Jason on Twitter (@jasondorsey) or connect with him on LinkedIn.
Over 100 ELs came out to our 2010 Mingle Bells Mixer at Club Lavish. Following some networking wisdom from Allison Graham and fabulous eats by Wicked Catering, the crowd mixed, mingled and GAVE—over $700 in gift cards and funds to be donated via GenNext to United Way partner agencies for families in need this holiday season. Stay, engage and ACT? Yes we can! Check out the fabulous photographic ‘evidence’, courtesy of . See you in 2011 for our Leadership Development and Training Series!!!
Do you love London? Have a passion for building community? Enjoy creating partnerships and opportunities? Then this may be your dream job! Emerging Leaders (EL) is seeking a motivated, creative and passionate Londoner to lead the creation of a vibrant and dynamic EL organization. Working with our Board of Directors, this individual will drive the key strategic activities of our new non-profit, including but not exclusive to: program development, community project management, marketing and community relations, partnership development, and sustainability planning.
Monday is municipal election day in London and across the province. Our community, like so many other mid-sized urban centres, is undergoing an evolution. It’s an evolution towards becoming a dynamic, 21st century destination and you’re as much as part of that as anyone else. If you’ve never cast a ballot or are not sure why you should this year, check out: Hack the Vote. EL is proud to be community supporter of Hack the Vote and encourages all Londoners to exercise this right—your vote is your voice. Did you know that if you are not happy with your choices, you can still make your voice heard? Once you’ve voted, join us at the Hack the Vote Election Night Bash. USE YOUR VOICE. CHOOSE YOUR LEADERS. HACK THE VOTE!
Starting next week, Rogers TV, Cable 13 unveils five new community-produced programs offering Londoners an exciting line-up of community-produced programs reflecting local viewpoints and local faces, including London Under 30, which explore the issues affecting Londoners under 30, the contributions they make to our community and the opportunity to meet young, dynamic Londoners.
»Read MoreCheck out this terrific clip from this week’s Global News cast about London and how we’re quickly become Toronto’s competition, featuring great interviews with owners of Digital Extremes and Braise.
Want to get all the latest EL news, events and project updates, right to your inbox? Subscribe to our e-blasts here. Ready to get involved NOW? Visit The Emerging London Project to sign up for community action projects.
At our Sep24 relaunch bash, EL unveiled our program roster for the rest of the fall season. It includes a number of voter mobilization initiatives, presented by the Hack the Vote action team (of which EL is proud to be a partner), as well as two new idea salons (leadership and downtown development) and a special collaboration with the London Convention Centre to present “Crossing the Generational Divide: Making the Four Generations in your Workplace a Competitive Advantage”, featuring best-selling author Jason Ryan Dorsey. Please join us this fall for professional development and relationship-building with your peers and London’s business and community leaders. Check out our events listing for dates and details!
Attorney General Chris Bentley announced a 2-year $120,000 Trillium Grant for Emerging Leaders to a packed house at the EL Relaunch Bash. Over 250 Londoners came out to celebrate the relaunch of our new nonprofit organization. The event also introduced The Emerging London Project, a collection of nearly 50 community projects resulting from the EL think tank series. Londoners of all ages are invited to get involved in community action teams in a variety of areas, from economic development to arts and culture, to help create an even more dynamic and prosperous London community for the future. Get involved now: http://www.emerginglondon.ca
On Friday September 17th, 2010 in cities around the globe, artists, activists and citizens will temporarily transform metered parking spaces into public parks and other social spaces, as part of an annual event called “PARK(ing) Day.”
Originally invented in 2005, PARK(ing) Day challenges people to rethink the way streets are used and reinforces the need for broad-based changes to urban infrastructure. EL is proud to sponsor London’s first-ever PARK(ing) Day and to be participating with our own space!
Emerging Leaders, ChangeCamp London and other partners are working together on voter mobilization events and tools leading up to the October 25 election. Want to get involved? Email info@emergingleaders.ca!
Emerging Leaders has undergone a exciting and significant evolution over the past year and a half, and at this point in our awesome adventure have arrived at a new stage—namely, a newly incorporated nonprofit organization. Now, we are seeking fabulous, talented and passionate people to get involved in a number and range of volunteer opportunities based on five key strategic areas, which were identified as part of our sustainability review. How about you?
»Read MoreEmerging Leaders is back in program action this fall, with an exciting slate of activities for London’s emerging and established professionals—from leadership training to mentor and relationship-building opportunities to some amazing parties—you don’t want to miss a thing! Sign up here to receive our e-blasts and event info if you’re not already on the membership list.
Organized by group of local citizens, ChangeCamp London will be a FREE all day event held at Museum London on Saturday, June 19. ChangeCamp is an event format, an open community and a set of tools and ideas designed to give citizens and governments the ability to work collaboratively in new ways to make change and to better address real-world challenges in our communities
»Read MoreReforest London is seeking new volunteers for a number of roles, including web reporter, and team members for marketing, fundraising and governance committees. Interested Emerging Leaders are invited to learn more!!
»Read MoreInterested Emerging Leaders are invited to attend a second public workshop as part of the City’s SMART MOVES initiative. Review various options and provide your feedback on London’s Transportation Master Plan. City staff and the Consultant team will be available to discuss different directions and to engage feedback, which will be used to help develop the future vision for transportation in London.
»Read MoreEmerging Leaders partner, GenNext, in partnership with Pillar NonProfit Network, London Arts Council and London Community Foundation, is presenting our community’s first TimeRaiser, in support of local charitable agencies. Attendees bid on art with volunteer hours for their favourite agency. The highest bid wins the art and the meaningful civic engagement. Tickets on sale now!
»Read MoreIf you’re thinking of applying for a volunteer position with one of the 13 community organizations and nonprofits in this round of OnBoard!, there’s still time! We’ve added two new opportunities since the first call for applications—Banting House and Musical Theatre Productions—and so are extending the call to April 9. Click here to apply now.
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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!
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!
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!
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.
»Read MoreVenture 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.
»Read MoreEmerging 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.
»Read MoreThe 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.
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!
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!
»Read MoreGot 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.
»Read MoreEmerging 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....
»Read MoreOn 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.
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 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.
»Read MoreShare 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.
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.
»Read MoreWe 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.
»Read MoreWhile 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.
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.
»Read MoreStudents 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.
»Read MoreOrchestra London wants you to get strung out on the arts! It’s the PARTY of the Year.
»Read MoreEmerging 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!!
»Read MoreCity 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.
»Read MoreLooking 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.
»Read MoreThe 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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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.
»Read MoreA 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.
»Read MoreTechAlliance 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.
»Read MoreOver 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.
»Read MoreEmerging 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.
»Read MoreFrom 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.
»Read MoreDid you miss the 2009 State of the City Address?
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»Read MoreThe 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.
»Read MoreDID 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.
»Read MoreMTP is offering special Emerging Leaders tickets at a rate of $15 for Nunsense - a comedic “mega musical”.
»Read MoreDon’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.
»Read MoreNominate a deserving Londoner for an Ontario Volunteer Service Awards.
The creative cities innovator will be the keynote speaker at the at the second annual Student-2-Business networking conference on January 26th, 2009.
»Read MoreThe 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.
»Read MoreThe Board of the Victorian Order of Nurses (VON) is seeking emerging leaders volunteers! Click to find out more.
»Read MoreThe 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.
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.
»Read MoreAt 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…
»Read MoreHelp celebrate the accomplishments of those who are involved in London’s music scene, by nominating them for a London Music Award.
»Read MoreAn monthly overview of business news and events in the London region. Click here to access the November edition.
»Read MoreLondon’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.
»Read MoreMusical 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.
»Read MoreOn 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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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!
»Read MoreThe 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.
»Read MoreWe 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…
»Read MoreThe 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?
»Read MoreEmerging 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!
»Read MoreArts 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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