COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP
DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

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Program Details

Our flagship program is scheduled to run one Friday a month from October 2024 through June 2025. Through diverse formats, they will engage with and learn from current community leaders across Niagara, alongside expert researchers, consultants, and thought leaders. Participants will gain insights into Niagara’s current challenges and witness collaborative efforts aimed at supporting those in need.
Central to the program is the selection and support of a community-based group addressing a pertinent organizational challenge. Through this hands-on project, participants will enhance their community acumen, transferring skills across contexts.

Diverse in background and leadership experience, participants share a passion for learning, a dedication to community betterment, and a collaborative ethos.

Acceptance into the program requires adherence to specific commitments:

  1. Full-day attendance at the kick-off breakfast is mandatory.
  2. Participation in all Learning Days - required to graduate, situations do exist and extenuating circumstances will be evaluated on a one-on-one basis.
  3. Engagement in project work, approximately five hours per month, subject to variation based on individual and team needs.
  4. Attendance at the Graduation Event in June.

Day 1 - Exploring Leadership For Today's Changing World.

Opening Retreat

This immersive experience provides a deep dive into professional and community leadership concepts, acquainting participants with Niagara’s issues and fostering networking opportunities.

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LEARNING DAYS

All learning days are in person from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. unless otherwise stated.
Opening Breakfast and Meet and Greet Friday, October 18th, 2024 9 a.m. to noon

Day One
Learning Day Friday, October 25th, 2024
Exploring Leadership for Today’s Changing World

Day Two
Learning Day Friday, November 22nd, 2024
Leadership Principles for Collaboration

Day Three
Learning Day Friday, January 17th, 2025
Influencing Community Systems

Day Four
Learning Day Friday, February 21st, 2025
Non-Profits and Governance

Day Five
Learning Day Friday, April 4th, 2025
Mindfulness, Mindset, & Emotionally Effective Leadership

Day Six
Learning Day Friday, May 9th, 2025
Exploring Topics in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Day Seven
Learning Day Friday, June 13th, 2025
Showcasing and Celebrating Our Leadership Niagara Journey

Makeup Day
If required Friday, May 30th, 2025
If any day is cancelled for any reason.

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Community Projects

Team projects are selected from initiatives identified as necessary by local service agencies and organizations. They provide opportunities to utilize individual leadership skills, creativity, group dynamics and philanthropy to create visible and tangible outcomes.

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Closing and Graduation | June 2025

The final day allows you to synthesize the knowledge, skills, attitudes, activities, and experiences you have been exposed to over the program. As a result, you will graduate ready and empowered to assume an active role in your community, business, and personal life as a Leadership Niagara Alumni.

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$3150.00
plus HST per person.

Sponsored by

Sandra Angelini
My interest in taking this program was to educate myself on learning crucial skills like communication, conflict resolution and self awareness. Today’s workshop really enhanced my self awareness and emotional intelligence that I really didn’t realize that I was dismissing. This course I believe, will make me become a better leader and version of myself.
Sandra Angelini | 
CLDP Participant | 
2023/24
Erin Hagar
The CLDP program has been revolutionary for my personal and professional development. The program has given me the tool and support to grow my leadership skills. I enjoy the diverse learnings and objectives of the course. I will take these experiences into my workplace and even in my personal life.
Erin Hagar | 
CLDP Participant | 
2023-24
Christine Dekker
I enrolled in Leadership Niagara for personal and career growth. What I am learning is emotional and inspiring. It is building my confidence in my leadership abilities as well as in my volunteer activities allowing me to put myself out there more.
Christine Dekker | 
CLDP Participant | 
2023-24
Lindsay Belford
This program is ongoing learning and leadership development. From board governance and governments to mindfulness, I have been able to network and use my connections both person and professionally in my leadership journey.
Lindsay Belford | 
CLDP Participant | 
2023-24
Jennifer Greenland
I have been in a leadership role with the Niagara Region for six years, but have recently moved to a new team. Professional Development is an important aspect of our careers. Leadership Niagara has given me new tools to develop my leadership style to grow within my new team.
Jennifer Greenland | 
CLDP Participant | 
2023-24