The CLEDB will continue to work in partnership with all stakeholders, including Goose Bay Airport Corporation (GBAC), municipalities and the Labrador North Chamber of Commerce to develop and implement initiatives that will focus on positioning Happy Valley – Goose Bay as the heart of economic development activity in Labrador serving as a transportation and business hub for resource development opportunities in the region.

1.1 The CLEDB will continue to enhance knowledge awareness in business opportunities related to various developments, such as Lower Churchill hydro, uranium and mineral exploration and 5 Wing Goose Bay through the facilitation of local meetings.

• LCol Bowerman met with the Board in January to discuss the planned exercise for the summer of 2010 and to request support from the Board.
  
  
• Informal discussions held with Nalcor (in partnership with LNCC and HVGB) in February regarding future community consultations on the Lower Churchill Project. A list of local venues and best practices in publicity/advertising in the region was developed by the CLEDB and provided to NALCOR. Small Business Week may provide an avenue for NALCOR to present business opportunities at the open house during that time.
• in mid April distributed Open House May11 information through various email networks and on cable

1.2 Regional Marketing Initiative – Work with the Town of Happy Valley Goose Bay (HV-GB), Goose Bay Airport Corporation (GBAC), Labrador North Chamber of Commerce and other municipalities to develop a marketing plan for the regional marketing campaign and to implement the plan once it is complete.

• January staff meeting – began redefining project
  
• February staff meeting - Consultation with funders, redraft of proposal underway
  

1.3 Northern Lights – Continue to support North Link and participate on the planning committee of the Northern Lights Conference. Identify with the planning committee the role and responsibilities of CLEDB and perform them as outlined in the Integrated Business Plan (IBP).

• this initiative is complete Labrador Arts and Culture - Final Report

1.4 Expo Labrador - Continue to support the Expo Labrador Committee and participate on the planning committee of the 2010 Expo Labrador event, identify CLEDB responsibilities and perform them as outlined in the Integrated Business Plan (IBP).

• EDO is assisting with the Social Events subcommittee and will be a delegate at Expo.
• Board will co-host a nutrition break in partnership with the College of the North Atlantic.

1.5 Small Business Week – Continue to deliver Small Business Week activities to strengthen awareness of SME's in the region.

• February - Discussion with partners about focusing on Lower Churchill Project and providing an avenue for NALCOR to present business opportunities open house during that time.

1.6 Goose Bay Management Plan – Work with key partners in the region to review the Goose Bay Management Plan dated April 2006 and identify and implement recommendations that will better position Happy Valley - Goose Bay as the hub for Labrador and "Gateway to the North".

The CLEDB will ensure the Lake Melville area is well positioned to take full advantage of the growing provincial tourism sector by continuing to strengthen the partnerships with stakeholders such as Destination Labrador, Labrador Lake Melville Tourism Association (LLMTA), and other stakeholders.

1.1 The CLEDB will lead the development of a regional tourism strategy for Zone 3. The CLEDB will consult with all stakeholders in the region and compile a plan that is consistent with the strategies of Destination Labrador and the Department of Tourism, Culture & Recreation.

• Public strategy was held in January with morning for Businesses and afternoon for Non-Profit organizations. Other groups and businesses have been contacted for input. Notes have been compiled. Next session to be held in April.

1.2 The CLEDB will continue to partner with the LLMTA to provide assistance with administration, financial reporting and funding applications as required.

• ongoing administrative support
• provided SnoBreak with significant support - booklet, marketing and delivery
• assisted with interview process
• provided staff with orientation about job and training on website
• prepared CJS grant applications

1.3 The CLEDB will continue partner with Destination Labrador and other stakeholders to maintain an active participation in CANAL by maintaining and enhancing information packages on shore excursions for cruise visitors and assist with the coordination on onsite activities.

• Anticipated Cruise ship in June 2010. Shore Packages that had been developed for previous cruise ships were updated in January and shared with Destination Labrador and the ships agent.
• CLEDB portion of CANAL Membership paid in March.
• infrastructure and cost assessment completed by Woodward's group

1.4 The CLEDB will partner with local municipalities in planning the 2011 Labrador Come Home Year Celebrations as well as assist in developing proposals for submission.

• Planning started in 2008
  
• Partners met in January – new chair in place
  

The CLEDB will continue to build capacity in the youth of Central Labrador and ensure young people have the necessary tools and information to allow them to make informed decisions about present and future educational, training and career opportunities in Labrador.

1.1 The CLEDB will continue to host the Community Youth Network (CYN) office and provide mentorship and supervision of staff. The CLEDB will also provide the CYN with entrepreneurship information and assist with the group's newsletter.

• review and edits of monthly reports/ annual report.
• assisted with development of 2010/2011 workplan
• ongoing financial administration for this project.
• prepared CJS grant applications.

1.2 In partnership with Human Resources, Labour and Employment (HRLE), the CLEDB will provide presentations on leadership, teamwork and employability skills to participants in the Linkages Program in Central Labrador.

• Executive Director delivered the following sessions:
  
• Linkages - Entrepreneurship February 2010
  
• Employment Transitions - Entrepreneurship March 2010
  Resources from various partners were shared with participants(CBDC, INTRD, ABC, NLOWE)

1.3 The CLEDB staff, in partnership with the Labrador Friendship Centre, will facilitate the delivery of Junior Achievement programs to students in Mealy Mountain Collegiate and Queen of Peace schools and provide resources to Enterprise Education programs as required.

The CLEDB will continue to build strong strategic partnerships while increasing the profile of the organization in Central Labrador.

1.1 The CLEDB will continue to facilitate the Central Labrador Economic Development Officers network by organizing and hosting several roundtable discussions throughout the year.

• First meeting of the year held April 8.

1.2 The CLEDB will continue to raise awareness of its mandate and objectives by submitting monthly articles to the Chamber's newsletter, advertising upcoming events on local community channels and by updating the CLEDB and ExploreLabrador websites.

• Tourism Strategy Session publicized in the January Chamber newsletter, invitations were sent to businesses and non profits, advertised on cable in North West River and Happy Valley-Goose Bay January LNCC Newsletter
• New EDO was announced in Chamber Newsletter at March meeting. LNCC March 2010 Newsletter
• AGM publicized on cable and through email blasts, advertised in newspaper, and invitations sent to partners and dignitaries.

1.3 The CLEDB will continue to review and update its policies and procedures manual as necessary to better reflect its mandate and board structural changes and ensure all subcommittees are active.

• Committee was struck and the document was reviewed, updated and approved in March 2010 Policy and Procedures Manual

1.4 The CLEBD board and staff will meet quarterly with staff from ACOA and INTRD to review previous quarter activities in relation to planned activities and to review and revise, if necessary, the IBP and action items in order to ensure targets are achieved.

1.5 The CLEDB board and staff will meet with the municipalities of North West River and Happy Valley - Goose Bay on a regular basis to discuss ongoing initiatives and partnering opportunities.

• Formal request has been sent to Municipality of North West River to fill vacant seat (Mayor McLean was required to vacate as he has completed 6 years of service)

1.6 The CLEDB will provide professional development opportunities for staff and board volunteers including the delivery of at least one community capacity building module with volunteers and staff.

• Performance Measurement training March 2010

1.7 The CLEDB will review and evaluate the board's participation in the Big Land Fair to determine the benefits of the event in relation to the amount of staffing resources allocated for its planning and delivery.

• Surveys continue to be distributed to the general public for input.
• Meetings with Lake Melville Agricultural Association are planned to discuss their participation and involvement in the planning of the event.
• Funding Applications are being developed for Canadian Heritage and Growing Forward.

1.8 The CLEDB will adhere to governance policy/by-laws as approved to ensure consistency with transparency, inclusiveness, stakeholder engagement and accountability.

• Annual General Meeting held March 30, 2010. Election of At Large Director at that time. Two directors left the board because they had fulfilled 6 years of service.