About Us

The Economic Developers Association of Newfoundland and Labrador (EDANL) is a not-for-profit organization representing over 130 members who work across nearly 45 communities in various sectors throughout Newfoundland and Labrador.

Mission

To build the capacity of those engaged in economic development in Newfoundland and Labrador and advance the practice as a distinct and recognized profession.

Vision

A robust community of economic development practitioners contributing to the economic well-being of Newfoundland and Labrador.

Mandate

EDANL’s mandate is to:

Provide training and professional development opportunities for those involved in economic development in Newfoundland and Labrador;
Foster a community of practice for economic developers in Newfoundland and Labrador through the organization of events and the sharing of experience, insights, tools, and resources; and
Share the stories and successes of practitioners to advocate for recognition of and investment into economic development in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Board of Directors

EDANL’s Board of Directors are elected for two year terms. New bylaws are being proposed in 2026 to stagger election cycles to increase the organization’s resiliency. The current Board of Directors includes:

President
Kieran Hanley
Vice-President
Jeremy Schwartz
Treasurer
Margo Soucy
Director At-Large
Jennifer Crane
Director At-Large
Régis Guyot
Director At-Large
Lindsey Hynes
Director At-Large
Cyndy Stead
Director At-Large
Mark Whiffen

Strategic Plan

On March 19, 2026 EDANL launched a new 5-year strategic plan for the period 2026-2030.

The plan focuses the organization’s activities in four priority areas:

Governance and Operations
Activities and Network
Training and Professional Development
Communications and Advocacy

The plan was released as part of EDANL’s 2025 Annual General Meeting – with a video available here. The plan can be downloaded via the link below.

Download the Plan!

Click here to download and view a summary of the 2017-19 strategic plan.

Bylaws

Click here to download and view EDANL’s bylaws.

Code of Ethics

The Economic Developers Association of Newfoundland and Labrador members are committed to providing accurate, diligent and ethical support to the business community.

In striving to adhere to high professional ethical standards consistently across Canada, EDANL members are to follow the Economic Developer’s Association of Canada’s Code of Ethics:

A member will carry out all activities in a manner which will maintain the good reputation of the profession and its ability to serve the public interest.
A member will ensure that the level of professional services they provide is competent and in keeping with the high level of standards set out by the Association by continuing study of the Profession’s developments and innovations. The member will endeavour to perfect themselves in their chosen occupation to the best of their ability as an opportunity to serve our collective society.
A member will maintain the spirit of fairness in competition and help eradicate all forms of deception that violate that spirit.
A member will hold themselves free of any interest, influence or relationship in respect to any professional activity when dealing with clients which could impair professional judgement or objectivity or which in The reasonable view of the observer, has that effect.
A member has the duty to keep in confidence the affairs of any client, colleague or organization and shall not disclose confidential information obtained in the course of professional activities. Nor shall a member in any way exploit information obtained in the course of duties to their own advantage.
A member shall conduct their activities on a high ethical plane so that others emulating by example will help to raise the standards of conduct in industrial, business and economic and community development.
A member will endeavour to continuously raise the standards of the profession by conducting and sharing research developments and methodology.
A member shall treat all other members with respect and consideration due between professional colleagues.
A member has the responsibility to exemplify good citizenship in appreciation of the fact that the strength of the nation depends upon the calibre of its individual citizens. Members will abide by the principles laid out in the “Code of Ethics” for the association, and will comply to all By-Laws, regulations, resolutions, and rules of professional conduct of the Association.

For more information on the Economic Developers Association of Canada, visit https://edac.ca/.