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Discover analyses, strategies and perspectives to stimulate regional economic development, promote equity and inclusion, and explore regional action plans and entrepreneurial success stories.

Success stories

Interior of a boutique with shelves displaying shoes and bags, a counter, and a person walking toward the back.”

A dancing duet: The Belzile-Maguire sisters set out to conquer the world of shoes

Belzile-Maguire sisters design durable, affordable shoes. From Montreal to New York, discover their authentic and responsible vision.

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Métal Duquet: Growth driven by women’s leadership and innovation

Since 1986, Métal Duquet has been creating integrated stainless-steel systems for the food service industry, with growth driven by innovation.

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ACET: A pillar of technological innovation in Sherbrooke

The organization plays a frontline role in the emergence of start-ups from the Université de Sherbrooke and elsewhere.

Business intelligence

Adopting ESG practices: a winning strategy for SMEs

SMEs that integrate environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors into their business strategy reap numerous benefits.

ChatGPT: what impact will it have on the job market?

Discover the potential effects of the accelerated development of artificial intelligence (AI) on the economy.

Cyber security: protecting your organization’s future

Taking steps to grow our organizations and help maintain confidence in the security of our strategic data.

Local produce, a thriving market

The manufacture of local products generates significant economic spin-offs. Find out how Quebec and Canada can benefit in this post.

Rising grocery prices: can buying local help lower the bill?

Canadian consumers are facing a significant rise in food prices.

Will degrowth impose itself?

The model of economic degrowth in response to the growing impacts of climate change.

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)

Equity, diversity and inclusion: levers for your growth

Find out how to integrate it into your company's practices, and how CED can help you make the shift.

How to create an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) plan

Explore this guide to understand what an EDI plan might entail in an organization like yours.

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2026-01-26