Dufferin County received two 2024 Excellence in Economic Development Awards from the International Economic Development Council (IEDC):

• ca, Silver Winner, special purpose website category, 25,000 to 200,000 population category
• Explore Dufferin Guide, Gold Winner, print brochure category, 25,000 to 200,000 population category

Dufferin County will be acknowledged and honored at the IEDC 2024 Annual Conference in Denver, Colorado, September 15 to 18.

Every year, the IEDC looks for economic development organizations, government entities, initiatives and programs that have demonstrated consistent, exemplary performance in the economic development profession, leading the execution of projects that have a significant impact on revitalizing communities and playing a major role in shaping and improving the practice of economic development.

Check out the County’s Explore Dufferin website here and the Explore Dufferin Guide here.

The International Economic Development Council is a non-profit, non-partisan membership organization serving economic developers. With more than 4,300 members, IEDC is the largest organization of its kind. Economic developers promote economic well-being and quality of life for their communities by creating, retaining, and expanding jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth, and provide a stable tax base. From public to private, rural to urban, and local to international, IEDC’s members engage in the full range of economic development practices. Given the breadth of economic development work, our members are employed in various settings, including local, state, provincial, and federal governments, public-private partnerships, chambers of commerce, universities, and a variety of other institutions. When IEDC succeeds, its members create high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities, and improve the quality of life in their regions. Learn more at www.iedconline.org today.

“Congratulations to our staff and all partners involved in developing Dufferin County’s 2024 Explore Dufferin Guide and the new Explore Dufferin website for this recognition from the IEDC. These resources highlight the amazing local experiences and destinations available in our community and help benefit the local economy. We are proud to have our efforts recognized as we work to spread the word on Dufferin County’s amazing offerings.”

-Darren White, Warden, Dufferin County

“A growing economy contributes to a thriving community, and Dufferin County staff are dedicated to achieving our Strategic Plan goal of advancing County-wide economic and workforce development. The Explore Dufferin Guide and Explore Dufferin website highlight Dufferin’s prime attractions, community events and tailored itineraries. We’re proud to share these highlights with residents and visitors alike and are grateful to have our efforts recognized by the IEDC.”

-Rajbir Sian, Director, Development and Tourism, Dufferin County

“Dufferin County is setting the standard of excellence for economic development with its Explore Dufferin website and Explore Dufferin Guide. These awards highlight the County’s commitment to its community and demonstrate the transformative impact of economic development. It is with great pride that the IEDC presents these awards to Dufferin County, celebrating their leadership and innovation in the field of economic development.”

-Nathan Ohle, IEDC President and CEO

“We are absolutely thrilled to announce this year’s award winners. These exceptional projects showcase remarkable dedication and ingenuity within the field. Dufferin County’s contributions will leave a lasting impact and demonstrate its commitment to creating positive change for its residents.

– Kevin Kramer, Chair, IEDC’s Excellence in Economic Development Awards Advisory Committee

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MEDIA CONTACT:
Megan Ball, Manager of Communications
mball@dufferincounty.ca