Quint

Our Approach Strengthening the economic and social well-being of Saskatoons five core neighbourhoods through a community economic development approach. Our Vision We see citizens who are caring, self-reliant, self-determining & have a sense of pride. We see a community that is safe, stable and caring, where all its citizens can participate and grow. We see ourselves providing leadership in ways of community economic development that build a healthy social and economic environment for all. We see a vital local economy that uses local resources & sustains jobs, businesses & community enterprise. We see neighbourhoods that are prosperous, beautiful, & environmentally sustainable. We see the community initiating and supporting cultural, recreational, educational and socio-economic opportunities for the good of all. Community Economic Development principles guide all of our work Although the core communities face many challenges, we believe that a CED approach has the potential to build healthier communities where people regain some measure of control over their day-to-day lives and where human and local needs take precedence over distant and corporate needs.

Community Economic Development (CED) strives to: Work in a holistic way that integrates economic, social, environmental, and cultural development to strengthen and reclaim communities. Develop community organizations that enable marginalized groups to pool their resources and talents to create community ownership, jobs, training, and income. Be inclusive of marginalized groups and individuals. Undertake economic development in a manner that is in-keeping with community culture and values. Develop community capacity, skills, and resources. Ensure that social and economic resources remain in the community. Promote local ownership, community control over capital and resources, and local reinvestment. Involve community representation and control of the economic development process. To work with partners in business, government, and the community in order to create jobs, training and housing for community members. Our Approach Create welcoming spaces Focus on relationships and rapport building Meet people where they are at Act as allies and advocates for marginalized people Maintain a strong connection to the community responsive to their changing needs Be a valuable resource of information Strive to employ a workforce that is representative of and live in the neighbourhoods

Quint is open Mon: 8-4:00 Tue: 8-4:00 Wed: 8-4:00 Thur: 8-4:00 Fri: 8-4:00.

Call (306) 978-4041, email info@quintsaskatoon.ca, or use the website.

Phone

(306) 978-4041

Email

info@quintsaskatoon.ca

Website

http://quintsaskatoon.ca/