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Mission and Goals

In 2017, the BCEDA Board of Directors undertook a strategic planning process to refresh and reaffirm the organization’s direction. This process led to creating a revised Mission statement and a comprehensive set of goals that continue to guide our work today.

These enduring goals reflect BCEDA’s commitment to supporting economic development across British Columbia. They provide a strong and flexible foundation that allows us to adapt to the evolving needs of our members and the communities they serve, ensuring that BCEDA remains a responsive, relevant, and forward-looking organization.

Below is our Mission and the goals that continue to shape everything we do.

Mission
The British Columbia Economic Development Association (BCEDA) is the lead association of economic development practitioners, dedicated to providing services in support of its members, their professional development needs, activities, profile and economic development goals. 

Goals of the Society
  1. To be the voice of economic development for communities in BC.
  2. To establish economic development as a core service of the local, regional, and provincial government.
  3. To collaborate with other agencies to provide a suite of economic development tools and services.
  4. Provide professional development opportunities to support the skill development of those involved in economic development. 
  5. To provide disaster recovery tools and services to help communities rebuild an economy after a disaster.
  6. To deliver member services and communications to enhance and encourage member engagement. 
  7. To expand and engage with Indigenous Nations and to develop programs to provide economic development skills and opportunities. 
  8. To enhance the awareness of the Province of BC and Member communities as locations for investment.
  9. To provide sustained excellence in governance and management of the Association. 
  10. To encourage community-based strategies that aim to improve economic opportunity for all, regardless of social status, race, colour, religion, or sexual orientation.