

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Strengthening Rural Communities Together- Featuring Christina Birch
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Mon, 26 Jan, 2026 at 03:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Community Futures Parkland, in collaboration with the Russell &amp; District Chamber of Commerce, is proud to bring this incredible opportunity to the Parkland region FREE of cost. We believe in the power of community involvement, the importance of growth, and the vital role that thriving businesses play in keeping our small towns strong. 

Strengthening Rural Communities together, featuring Christina Birch, founder of The Community Café will take place at the Russell Inn Hotel &amp; Conference Centre Sunday, January 25 &amp; Monday, January 26.

Meet Christina Birch

A rural champion, community builder, and founder of The Community Café, Christina empowers communities, entrepreneurs, and municipalities with practical, innovative solutions. With a Master’s degree and certifications in Business Retention &amp; Expansion, Strategic Doing, and Destination Creation, her engaging style and proven strategies inspire meaningful, long-lasting change across the Prairies.

? Event Schedule

⭐ Sunday, January 25 – 7:00 PM

“The Cost of Doing Nothing”

A powerful one-hour presentation exploring why inaction can be the greatest risk for rural communities and local economies.

⭐ Monday, January 26 - 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

"Marketing 101"

A practical, approachable workshop for businesses, municipalities, and organizations looking to strengthen their messaging and reach the right audience.


⭐ Monday, January 26 -1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

"The Power of Collaboration"

Learn how partnerships between businesses, community groups, and municipalities can create stronger, more resilient communities.


? Who Should Attend?

-Municipal leaders &amp; councils
-Local business owners
-Economic development groups
-Community organizations
-Anyone passionate about rural growth &amp; sustainability

Why Attend?

✔ Gain tools you can use immediately
✔ Strengthen your community’s economic future
✔ Learn rural-focused strategies that work
✔ Network with like-minded leaders and innovators
✔ Be inspired to take action and spark positive change

Although the sessions are free, we do require pre-registration so we can plan for numbers. There will be snacks and drinks provided. You’re welcome to join one session or attend all three, whatever fits your needs. To register, please email Chantel at programs@communityfuturesparkland.ca or call 204-546-5105.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dauphin/strengthening-rural-communities-together-featuring-christina-birch/200029349726003
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops, conferences
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 42

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: http://facebook.com/200029349726003?utm_source=AllEvents.in&utm_medium=event-discovery-platform&utm_campaign=dauphin-events

## Event venue details

- **city**: Dauphin
- **state**: MB
- **country**: Canada
- **location**: The Russell Inn Hotel & Conference Centre
- **lat**: 50.780637041333
- **long**: -101.28375765583
- **full address**: The Russell Inn Hotel &amp; Conference Centre, 331 Assiniboine St, Russell-Binscarth, MB R0J, Canada, Dauphin

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Community Futures Parkland Inc. (https://allevents.in/org/community-futures-parkland-inc/27233074)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sun, 25 Jan, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** The Russell Inn Hotel &amp; Conference Centre, 331 Assiniboine St, Russell-Binscarth, MB R0J, Canada, Dauphin
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Community Futures Parkland Inc.
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, workshops, conferences
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Strengthening Rural Communities Together- Featuring Christina Birch ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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