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The Community Inclusion Networks (CIN) are the connectors in New Brunswick communities. Their goal is to create networking opportunities to bring together representatives of the four activity sectors, these being the basic model of the Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation (ESIC), i.e., non-profit organizations, businesses, government organizations at different levels, and citizens.

Historically, the CINs were established to provide a better understanding of the particular needs of each region in terms of poverty reduction and inclusion. The principle is based on the premise that each region of New Brunswick has different inclusion needs. Since each of these communities also has different capacities and resources, the community inclusion networks emerged under this model.

The CINs must consult with their population every four years to assess economic and social inclusion needs and wants. On the basis of these public consultations, the CINs must develop regional plans to guide the actions of the networks. These regional plans must be aligned with the provincial plan.

Since networking is at the heart of the action, the coordinators must demonstrate the power of rallying the communities through the development of innovative projects. To do this, ESIC provides the networks with budgetary envelops and support to get these projects off the ground.

The CINs are connecting agents in the communities; they explore, heighten awareness, and rally the different community partners in order to implement unifying group projects that celebrate the power of community development. The CIN coordinators are highly visible within their communities, supporting and encouraging a collaborative movement to build community capacity, keep all community initiatives on track, and ensure the continuity of these initiatives.

Over the past 10 years, more than 618 community projects have contributed to economic and social inclusion in 12 regions of New Brunswick through the synergy and power of community action created by the networks and their partners.

Under local governance reforms that took effect January 1, 2023, the Regional Services Commissions are now responsible for regional leadership on matters such as Community Development and Transportation.

In the coming months, the Community Inclusion Networks and the Regional Service Commissions will be developing plans for programs that meet the needs of their respective regions. The Economic and Social Inclusion Corporation will continue providing the resources necessary for the networks’ operations.