Kainuu has recently participated three important OECD studies. The latest report published concentrates on the challenges of Finland’s Eastern...
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We want to be your regional development partner. On this page, you may read about our strategies, plans and activities and get to know our personnel.
Kainuu Region
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A regional council is the region’s statutory joint municipal authority; every local authority must be a member of a regional council. The Regional Council of Kainuu is here to promote the vitality and sustainable development of Kainuu region and the well-being of its inhabitants. Co-operation within the region, on national and international levels is important for us. We hope to hear from you!
Latest News in English
International talents are welcome – but why is it so hard for them to stay in Kainuu?
Kainuu needs international talents. At the same time, international talents face difficulties in finding employment and connections from the...
Local thematic events featured in the CHERRY project’s cultural pilots
Eight cultural pilots were carried out during the summer and autumn seasons of 2025 as part of the Interreg...
Erasmus+ Youth & European Solidarity Corps Event on 1st December 2025 in Kajaani
Curious about going abroad, meeting new people, trying something new, or getting involved in meaningful projects? Welcome to the...
EMRIE Project Working Towards Resource-Efficient Mining Policies
The first six-month period of the EMRIE project working on the circular economy and resource efficiency of the mining...
Tale Smiths, an Immersive Literary Tourism Game from the N-LiTe Project, Launched Worldwide on Steam on 30.10.2025
A major new cultural gaming experience has been published to global audiences with the launch of Tale Smiths; a...
