WADE will pursue its goal through specific programs:
Human Resource Development
Leadership training program to provide skills to Community leaders in Planning, Policy Development, Conflict Management, Program Evaluation;
Youth training in assertiveness, communication, responsibility, self-confidence;
Staff upgrading programs.
Economic Programs
The Land Assembly will form the base of WADE's economic trust, 750 acres will be developed to provide
Housing
Asset Map
Forestry Management
Commercial and Industrial sites
Agriculture-crop and Hog farming
WADE Outreach
Job Search
Workshops and seminars
Employment Counselling
Pre-placement and Post-placement assistance
Self-assertion and Confidence
Public Information
The WADE News provides the communities with update and relevant information on WADE's activities and other community activities
Recreation Programs
Geared to meet those needs that can best be provided on a regional basis. EXAMPLE; the development of Lake Eagle for swimming, hiking, camping, a children's playground
FUNDING
WADE received funding from a variety of sources:
Human Resources Development Canada
Dept. of Municipal Affairs ( core-funding )
County of Halifax
City of Dartmouth
Dept. of Social Services
Secretary of State Dept.
However, the aim of the corporation is to be self-sufficient by generating funds through economic ventures.
PUBLICATIONS
"From Africville to New Road" evaluates the Community Development Process undertaken by the Communities.
WADE Newsletter
We Can't Walk Alone
Pre-placement and Post-placement assistance
Self-assertion and Confidence
Site Design and Hosting by Clearly Computers
W.A.D.E. Limited
P.O. Box 2832, Dartmouth, NS, B2W 4R4, CANADA