The vision of the Rural Secretariat is of sustainable regions with healthy,
educated, prosperous people living in safe, inclusive communities.
OUR GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Shared Responsibility
Responsibility for solutions is shared
among individuals, communities, regions and government; ideas and
decisions are equally shared.
Sustainable Development
Development that meets the needs of the
present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet
their own needs.
Inclusion
Everybody has the opportunity to
participate in and benefit from sustainable development.
Measuring Progress
Measuring economic, social and
environmental progress.
Affordable
Living within our means.
OUR MANDATE
Promote the well-being of all regions of Newfoundland and Labrador through a
comprehensive and coordinated approach to economic, social, cultural and
environmental aspects of regional development.
Act as the focal point for government to work with local and regional partners
to build strong and dynamic regions and communities.
Ensure that regional concerns are considered throughout the provincial
government and promoted at the federal level.
Carry out research and analysis of economic and social issues affecting all
regions of Newfoundland and Labrador.
Help communities and regions identify and take advantage of growth
opportunities.
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