Who We Are
The Whitegate Development Corporation (WGDC) is a State-Owned Corporation established under the Authority of the Whitegate Development Corporation Act, No. 15 of 1999. WGDC advocates for the socio-economic health and vitality of the Whitegate Development area. WGDC works with several key stakeholders and GSKN to help accomplish its mission.
At Whitegate, our mission is to make the Whitegate Development Area an economically diverse, strong, inclusive, equitable and vibrant place to live, work and visit. Our values are hinged on creating a rural economic space that is safe and welcoming, connected, accessible, sustainable and resilient.
The objectives of the Corporation are outlined in Section 5 of the Act and can be broadly classified under advocacy and community development. Our key advocacy goals are categorized under economic development, sense of place, mobility and connectivity and quality of life. The community development-oriented goals are designed around networking, communications, partnerships, leadership and development.
Our Mission
Make Whitegate an economically, strong, inclusive, equitable, and vibrant place to live, work, and visit.
Economically Vibrant & Inclusive
Safe & Welcoming
Diverse & Equitable
Connected & Accessible
Sustainable & Resilient
Our Framework
Traditionally, the Board of Directors has shaped the short-term priorities for the WGDC through the preparation of an annual work plan. These priorities have been centered around and supportive of GSKN’s overall economic and social development policies.
The development of the SP will allow the core areas and priorities of the corporation to be captured in the goals and strategies presented herein. This plan in conjunction with annual work plans will guide the work of the Corporation over the next five years.
Core Services & Role
The objectives of the WGDC are articulated in Section 5 of the Whitegate Development Corporation Act. Essentially,
WGDC operates under two core service/thematic areas. These are:
Advocacy
WGDC advocates on behalf of the communities to create a vibrant, equitable and sustainable rural landscape. WGDC works with GSKN and other key stakeholders to implement best practices in rural economic development.
Community Development
WGDC seeks to encourage the building of vibrant communities by supporting unique physical/environmental, social, economic and cultural connections. WGDC provides support and opportunities for individuals and community groups to engage in various initiatives.