Strategic and Operating Plan - Executive Summary
Mission
Working in partnership with the Municipality of Red Lake, the community of Red Lake and key stakeholders, the RLRHC strives to be a leader in preserving, promoting and celebrating the region’s natural and cultural heritage. This mission is fulfilled through:
Principles
The RLRHC operates by demonstrating the following principles:
Key Objectives
Create and maintain financial viability by:
Increase appreciation and understanding of the area’s heritage by:
Working in partnership with the Municipality of Red Lake, the community of Red Lake and key stakeholders, the RLRHC strives to be a leader in preserving, promoting and celebrating the region’s natural and cultural heritage. This mission is fulfilled through:
- Ensuring that the community of Red Lake’s ongoing history is documented and represented through exhibitions, research, art and events.
- Creating an environment of exploration, where education and growth bring together communities and provide opportunities for sharing knowledge and experiences.
- Together with community representatives, provide opportunities to strengthen Red Lake’s positive identity through exhibits, events, programming and performances.
Principles
The RLRHC operates by demonstrating the following principles:
- Inclusion: many cultural and interest groups are represented in the Centre. Stories are told from various perspectives and voices.
- Participation: the Heritage Centre is an active participant in cultural tourism initiatives and educational projects.
- A Welcoming Destination: The Heritage Centre is a safe, welcoming, and comfortable destination and meeting place for local residents and visitors.
- Respectful: Respect for people, visitors, employees, volunteers, and partners is a priority at all times.
Key Objectives
Create and maintain financial viability by:
- Increasing and diversifying attendance and revenue sources;
- Reducing expenditures by cost-sharing with other organizations whenever feasible;
- Seeking sponsorships and donations for special projects and equipment;
- Using modern technology to increase productivity and efficiency.
Increase appreciation and understanding of the area’s heritage by:
- Developing innovative exhibitions and programs that reflect Red Lake’s history, culture, and unique identity;
- Collaborating with other cultural institutions in presenting provincial, national, and international online and traveling exhibitions;
- Offering school programs that increase the community’s pride in its heritage.
