What We Heard From You: 2025 Partnership & Collaboration Survey
April 14, 2026
RDN Updates
April 14, 2026
RDN Updates
In November, we invited partners, funders, and collaborators to share their experiences working with the Rural Development Network. Thank you to everyone who took part in the 2025 Partnership & Collaboration Survey. Your reflections on what’s working, what needs attention, and where we can grow are invaluable as we continue building a stronger, more responsive organization.
This survey marks an important step in shaping RDN’s next strategic direction. As we begin planning for Strategy 2027–2030, your insights are guiding how we strengthen relationships, support community‑led initiatives, and collaborate across sectors. With responses from approximately 20% of contacts, primarily in Alberta and Ontario, this engagement provides a meaningful foundation for our next phase of work.
We deeply appreciate your time, honesty, and commitment to advancing rural, remote, and Indigenous community priorities.
Below, you’ll find the full What We Heard report and an accompanying infographic that highlights key themes at a glance.
October 25, 2023
RDN Updates
TO ALL OF OUR RDN FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES: Following an extensive search process, the Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Lisa Bélanger as RDN’s Chief Executive Officer. Lisa has been with RDN for nearly six years, and most recently served as Director of Operations. She is passionate about the organization and committed to its […]
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TO ALL OF OUR RDN FRIENDS AND COLLEAGUES: We wanted to share the news of Dee Ann Benard’s departure from her position as Chief Executive Officer at RDN. We previously shared this news in our newsletter and more recently at our Annual General Meeting. After almost fifteen years with RDN, Dee Ann has decided to […]
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RDN Updates
The Rural Development Network’s Rural Roots program has thrived in its second year, leaving a lasting impact on rural communities across Canada. With a focus on empowering post-secondary students and rural employers, the program has achieved impressive milestones and overcome challenges through creativity and collaboration. In this blog, we explore the highlights from the past year […]
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