The Rural Development Institute is a research centre focused on engaging in community-based projects with rural partners and communities. The projects address topics affecting rural in order to:

  • support development for rural communities and regions;
  • build capacity for rural communities, practitioners, researchers and partners; and
  • inform policy makers on rural solutions, programs and planning.

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Advocates call for better connectivity in rural, remote communities in Manitoba
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Leadership Brandon RDI Presentation 2024 02 23
By Dr. Wayne Kelly
February 2024

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