We are looking for community partners!

We are currently seeking partnerships with six local organizations representing rural communities/regions from across Ontario.

Steps to Leadership creates a forum for a shared community dialogue, building bridges that facilitate growth and change in individuals, organizations and communities.

Steps to Leadership is a collaborative initiative of the Rural Ontario Institute, 4-H Ontario, and the Foundation for Rural Living, with funding provided in part by Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada through the Agricultural Adaptation Council. The entire program package, including the three program components, project administration, marketing and outreach, is valued at over $40,000.

To bring the Steps to Leadership program package to your community or region, the following is required:

• A lead partner organization or sponsor within the community
• A community investment of $10,000
• A qualified local coordinator (who will be trained and paid by the program)
• A Steering Committee of individuals representative of the community to assist the coordinator

As a community partner, you will receive:

• A paid, trained local coordinator to administer the program elements
• Facilitators and finances for meals and accommodations for the participants in the Step Up to Leadership component
• All program curriculum, materials and professional instructors’ fees for the Leading Edge programs
• Project marketing and communications to attract participation and engagement
• Project administration support (online registrations, ongoing guidance for the local coordinator and Steering Committee)

If you are interested in partnering with us, please contact Alicia Evans at aevans@ruralontarioinstitute.ca or (519) 826-4204 for more information about submitting an expression of interest.
 

 

Steps to Leadership offers the following resources:

Steps to Leadership Rural Connection Newsletter

• Find out about upcoming leadership development opportunities in Ontario
• Learn about tools and other resources that will help you succeed in your leadership role
• Discover the latest in leadership theory and research
• Share your real-life community leadership stories

Read and subscribe to the Steps to Leadership Rural Connection here

Speaker’s Network

A comprehensive database of speakers and facilitators who are available to speak on various leadership topics and issues (for agriculture, agri-food and rural organizations and communities).

Click here for more information about the Speaker's Network

Registration and Travel Reimbursement Funding

Financial assistance is available to help those who may not be able to attend or participate in leadership development opportunities, and in particular, the activities associated with the Steps to Leadership programming.

Click here for more information and to download the application form