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ABOUT US

Stronger Together. Focused on the Future.

Community Futures Eastern Ontario (CFEO) is a delivery agent for impactful regional programming and the collective voice and support system for 15 Community Futures Development Corporations (CFDCs) driving rural prosperity across Eastern Ontario. We strengthen the Eastern Ontario economy by delivering regional programs like the Southern Ontario Fund for Investment in Innovation (SOFII) and acting as a champion for our members advocating on their behalf, and building capacity through shared training, resources, and collaboration. At our core, we exist to amplify impact, unlock opportunity, and lead regional economic development that reflects the strength and potential of our communities.
Local Roots.
Regional Reach.
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Collaboration

We support and learn from each other

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Initiative

We proactively identify and take a leadership role in addressing emerging issues and opportunities

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Efficiency

We strive to streamline programs and processes, share services and reduce costs

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Accountability

We honour our responsibilities to each other, our members, funders and stakeholders

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Community Futures Eastern Ontario 2024-2025 Annual Report

The following Annual Report have been created to provide statistics and other information on the work and initiatives the Community Futures Eastern Ontario Network has accomplished during the fiscal year.

Thank you to the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario for their support, and to all small businesses in the Eastern Ontario region.

MEET THE TEAM

Cyndy Palleske

Cyndy Palleske

Executive Director

705.486.5548

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Michelle Cathers

Michelle Cathers

Senior Manager, Programs

705.486.5557

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Molly Galvin

Molly Galvin

Program Coordinator / Business Analyst

705.707.1974

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Leslie Worsfold

Leslie Worsfold

Bookkeeper (Part-Time)

705.486.5549

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