CPDA Strategic Plan
Building a stronger, connected, and inclusive region — together. These eight priorities guide everything CPDA works on: from housing and transportation to economic growth and cultural vitality across East-Central Saskatchewan.
Why These Priorities
CPDA's eight strategic priorities emerged directly from conversations with member communities, residents, and regional stakeholders. They represent the most pressing challenges and the greatest shared opportunities across East-Central Saskatchewan.
Each priority is supported by a sub-committee of community leaders working collaboratively to develop practical, regionally coordinated solutions — moving faster together than any single community could alone.
Strategic Focus Areas
Hover over each priority to learn more about our approach and goals in that area.
Developing a coordinated regional housing plan to address shortages, attract new residents, and ensure every community in the CPDA area has access to quality, affordable housing options for families, seniors, and workers.
Improving regional access to essential services — including healthcare, childcare, legal, and social support — by coordinating shared resources and advocating for equitable service delivery across all communities regardless of size.
Building reliable transportation links between CPDA communities so residents can access employment, education, and services. A connected region is a stronger region — reducing isolation and opening economic opportunities for everyone.
Creating a unified identity for East-Central Saskatchewan that tells our region's story with pride. A strong regional brand supports tourism, talent attraction, and investment by projecting a clear, compelling image to the rest of Canada and beyond.
Positioning the CPDA region as an attractive destination for business investment and economic development. By speaking with one regional voice, we can market our advantages — workforce, land, infrastructure, and quality of life — far more effectively.
Pooling procurement power across member communities to issue joint Requests for Proposals on shared infrastructure needs. Collective purchasing reduces costs, improves outcomes, and makes our communities more competitive in attracting contractors and project funding.
Investing in the arts, recreation, cultural programming, and community events that make our region a place people want to live — not just work. A vibrant cultural identity strengthens social cohesion, supports mental health, attracts skilled workers and their families, and builds the pride of place that makes communities resilient over the long term.
Speaking with a unified regional voice to advocate for our communities at the provincial and federal level — on funding, policy, and programs that affect rural and small-city Saskatchewan. Alongside advocacy, CPDA champions new ideas and pilot initiatives that can be tested regionally and scaled to benefit all member communities.
Sub-Committee Status
Each priority area is driven by a dedicated sub-committee. Here's where each workstream currently stands.
Take Part
CPDA's priorities are shaped by the people who live and work in our region. Whether you're a community leader, business owner, or resident — your voice matters in building a stronger East-Central Saskatchewan.