We work to amplify Indigenous voices and enable communities to drive informed decision making while navigating complex social and economic landscapes.

Working together, we can build a future where Indigenous communities lead their own development through data sovereignty and socio-economic research.

Reconciliation Inititives

Indigenous
Participation Plans


We work with organizations, industry, corporate clients and Indigenous communities to develop IPPs that reflect the unique cultural, social, and economic context of each project.

Technical Support & Implementation

Community Planning, Development & Capacity Building


True community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways to self-determination.

Indigenous-Led Research

Indigenous
Knowledge Studies


We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

Reconciliation Inititives

Reconciliation
Action Plans (RAP's)


Guiding Industries, Governments, Municipalities and Organizations through the development, implementation and ongoing refinement of Reconciliation Action Plans.

Multistakeholder Engagement Services

Indigenous
Facilitation


We create spaces where traditional wisdom meets modern decision-making, where every voice carries weight & where lasting partnerships take root and flourish.

Indigenous-Led Research

Traditional
Land Use Planning


Our land use planning supports Indigenous communities in creating sustainable, culturally-aligned development strategies.

Community-Led

Indigenous
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We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

Reconciliation Inititives

Engagement & Consultation Plans


Through our Indigenous engagement and consultation services, we create respectful, inclusive pathways that honor traditional knowledge, cultural values, and the unique priorities of each community.

Natural Resource & Infrastructure Development

Project Management & Technical Support


Specializing in navigating the complexities of Indigenous relations to ensure your projects are not only compliant but also collaborative and culturally sensitive.

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Business
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We provide strategic guidance to help Indigenous businesses and organizations thrive in today's competitive landscape by creating sustainable economic development pathways.

Socio-Economic

Socio-Economic Impact Studies


Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

Community-Led

Indigenous
& Social Reseach


We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

Multistakeholder Engagement Services

Indigenous
Facilitation


We create spaces where traditional wisdom meets modern decision-making, where every voice carries weight & where lasting partnerships take root and flourish.

Multistakeholder Engagement Services

Indigenous
Facilitation


We create spaces where traditional wisdom meets modern decision-making, where every voice carries weight & where lasting partnerships take root and flourish.

Reconciliation Inititives

Indigenous
Participation Plans


We work with organizations, industry, corporate clients and Indigenous communities to develop IPPs that reflect the unique cultural, social, and economic context of each project.

Community Economic Development

Business
Advisory Services


We provide strategic guidance to help Indigenous businesses and organizations thrive in today's competitive landscape by creating sustainable economic development pathways.

Reconciliation Inititives

Engagement & Consultation Plans


Through our Indigenous engagement and consultation services, we create respectful, inclusive pathways that honor traditional knowledge, cultural values, and the unique priorities of each community.

Indigenous-Led Research

Traditional
Land Use Planning


Our land use planning supports Indigenous communities in creating sustainable, culturally-aligned development strategies.

Reconciliation Inititives

Reconciliation
Action Plans (RAP's)


Guiding Industries, Governments, Municipalities and Organizations through the development, implementation and ongoing refinement of Reconciliation Action Plans.

Technical Support & Implementation

Community Planning, Development & Capacity Building


True community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways to self-determination.

Socio-Economic

Socio-Economic Impact Studies


Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

Natural Resource & Infrastructure Development

Project Management & Technical Support


Specializing in navigating the complexities of Indigenous relations to ensure your projects are not only compliant but also collaborative and culturally sensitive.

Community-Led

Indigenous
& Social Reseach


We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

Multistakeholder Engagement Services

Indigenous
Facilitation


We create spaces where traditional wisdom meets modern decision-making, where every voice carries weight & where lasting partnerships take root and flourish.

Indigenous-Led Research

Indigenous
Knowledge Studies


We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

Multistakeholder Engagement Services

Indigenous
Facilitation


We create spaces where traditional wisdom meets modern decision-making, where every voice carries weight & where lasting partnerships take root and flourish.

Indigenous & Community Engagement

We're a 100% Indigenous-owned boutique consulting firm, dedicated to the sustainable socio-economic development of Indigenous peoples. We bring an authentic, nuanced understanding to every project we undertake, addressing unique challenges and creating opportunities by working critically and inventively across cultures and industries.

We're a 100% Indigenous-owned boutique consulting firm, dedicated to the sustainable socio-economic development of Indigenous peoples. We bring an authentic, nuanced understanding to every project we undertake, addressing unique challenges and creating opportunities by working critically and inventively across cultures and industries.

We work to amplify Indigenous voices and empower communities to drive informed decision making while navigating complex social and economic landscapes. so they can shape their own narratives - and make decisions rooted in both traditional wisdom and contemporary insights.

weaving together traditional wisdom and modern research methods, we create a more complete, nuanced, and culturally-grounded understanding of Indigenous communities

we partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

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Baseline
Studies


When decisions need to be made about your community's future, this baseline becomes your evidence, your advocate, and your guide.

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Data & Analytics


Think of us as modern-day knowledge keepers, helping to store and protect your community's information in ways that leveraging contemporary tools.

Socio-Economic

Impact Assessments


Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

Indigenous Knowledge

IK Studies


IK is more than information - it's a living, breathing system of understanding that transforms traditional wisdom into powerful tools for community resilience.

Community-Led

Research
Design


Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

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Our land use planning supports Indigenous communities in creating sustainable, culturally-aligned development strategies.

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    Our team approaches every project with cultural humility, ready to learn from the communities we serve while sharing our expertise in ways that empower and elevate.

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    Our TEK studies bridge ancestral knowledge with modern environmental challenges.

    Benefits:

    - Preservation of traditional environmental knowledge
    - Informed land-use planning and resource management
    - Strengthened intergenerational knowledge transfer

    Working closely with First Nations leaders, economic development officers, and organizations looking to create and enhance economic opportunities within their communities. We also work closely with businesses and government entities seeking to engage in meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities.
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    When decisions need to be made about your community's future, this baseline becomes your evidence, your advocate, and your guide.

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    Studies


    When decisions need to be made about your community's future, this baseline becomes your evidence, your advocate, and your guide.

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    Providing a clear picture of current social and economic conditions, identifying concerns and potential impacts of development projects.

    Socio-Economic

    Baseline
    Studies


    When decisions need to be made about your community's future, this baseline becomes your evidence, your advocate, and your guide.

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    Impact Assessments


    Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

    Socio-Economic

    Impact
    Assessments


    Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

    Socio-Economic

    Impact Assessments


    Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

    Indigenous Knowledge

    IK Studies


    Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

    Socio-Economic

    Impact Assessments


    Socio-economic impact studies are essential for understanding how projects, policies, or initiatives affect Indigenous communities.

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    Research Design


    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

    Community-Led

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    Design


    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

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    Design


    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

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    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

    Socio-Economic

    Research
    Design


    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

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    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

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    Cultural Capacity Development


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    IK Studies


    IK is more than information - it's a living, breathing system of understanding that transforms traditional wisdom into powerful tools for community resilience

    Indigenous Knowledge

    IK Studies


    Imagine standing on a landscape where every tree whispers stories, every river carries memories, and every path is etched with generations of wisdom.

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    For Businesses, Organizations, Government

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    IK Studies


    We preserve & protect precious knowledge, transforming wisdom into powerful tools for modern stewardship & sustainable development.

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    Action Plans (RAPs)


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    Community-Led Planning


    - Research priority identification through community dialogue
    - Question development guided by local needs
    - Timeline alignment with seasonal activities
    - Resource allocation benefiting the community
    - Capacity building integration strategy
    - Ethics protocol development
    - Community engagement framework

    Baseline Studies

    Economic
    Landscape


    - Traditional knowledge systems incorporation
    - Western research methods adaptation
    - Community validation processes
    - Cultural safety protocols
    - Data sovereignty agreements
    - Knowledge protection mechanisms
    - Indigenous methodology integration

    Baseline Studies

    Housing &
    Infrastructure


    - Housing conditions assessment
    - Future housing needs projection
    - Infrastructure capacity evaluation
    - Community development opportunities

    Our comprehensive
    planning process helps you:
    - Create a shared vision that reflects your community's values and aspirations
    - Housing landscapes and future needs
    - Economic activities, both traditional and contemporary
    - Educational journeys and aspirations
    - Health and wellness through Indigenous perspectives
    - Infrastructure capacity and dreams
    - Cultural strength indicators
    - Population patterns and community dynamics
    - Housing landscapes and future needs
    - Economic activities, both traditional and contemporary
    - Educational journeys and aspirations
    - Health and wellness through Indigenous perspectives
    - Infrastructure capacity and dreams
    - Cultural strength indicators
    Socio-Economic
    Baseline Studies.

    When decisions need to be made about your community's future, this baseline becomes your evidence, your advocate, and your guide.

    Comprehensive Engagement:

    Our team works closely with yours to tailor an approach that aligns with your organization's values and goals.

    Cultivating equitable relationships and shared benefits, ensuring that our work contributes to the long-term prosperity of Indigenous communities.

    • Research
    • Facilitation
    • Engagement
    • Business Advisory
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    Indigenous Community-Based Social Research

    Our Indigenous Community-Based Social Research approach centers Indigenous voices, knowledge systems, and ways of knowing to create positive, sustainable change within communities. We work alongside Indigenous peoples as equal partners, ensuring research benefits flow directly back to the communities involved.

    Every research project begins with extensive community consultation. Local Elders, knowledge keepers, and community members help shape:

    • Research questions and priorities
    • Methodological approaches
    • Data collection methods
    • Analysis frameworks
    • Knowledge sharing strategies

    Our research framework is built on:

    • Deep respect for Indigenous protocols and ceremonies
    • Recognition of traditional governance structures
    • Protection of cultural and intellectual property rights
    • Integration of Indigenous ways of knowing
    • Commitment to ethical space creation

    We believe in leaving communities stronger. Our process includes:

    • Training local community researchers
    • Supporting Indigenous leadership development
    • Transferring research skills and knowledge
    • Building sustainable research infrastructure
    • Enhancing community ability to conduct future research

    Our participatory analysis process ensures:

    • Community members guide interpretation of findings
    • Indigenous knowledge systems inform analysis
    • Multiple ways of knowing are honored
    • Research outcomes align with community needs
    • Findings are validated by community members
    • Research
    • Facilitation
    • Engagement
    • Business Advisory
    — Data Management & Analysis

    Think of us as modern-day knowledge keepers, helping to store and protect your community's information in ways that honor traditional protocols while leveraging contemporary tools.

    — Statistics Canada analysis

    — First Nations Community Profiles

    — Published literature review

    — Policy analysis

    — Community-led surveys

    — Elder interviews

    — Focus groups

    — Land use studies

    — Traditional knowledge documentation

    How We're Different:

    • We move at the pace of the community, not academic or corporate timelines
    • Our researchers are trained in indigenous protocols and cultural safety
    • Our goal is community empowerment, not just data collection
    • Prioritizing indigenous languages and ways of knowing throughout the process

    We help you create plans that maintain your sacred connection to the land while meeting your community's evolving need
    *Indigenous Research

    Connect with
    ICE to discuss:

    - Baseline studies for community planning
    - Impact assessments for proposed developments
    - Cultural heritage protection strategies
    - Capacity building initiatives
    - Custom research solutions

    We help you create plans that maintain your sacred connection to the land while meeting your community's evolving need

    Research that isn't conducted on communities, but with them.

    We understand that true empowerment comes from owning and directing your community's story and data — Our approach ensures that research isn't conducted on communities, but with them.

    *Traditional Land Use & Land Use Planning

    Comprehensive
    Community Planning

    Weaving Together Tradition and Progress

    We partner with Indigenous communities to preserve, protect, and empower traditional knowledge — Our approach transforms generations of wisdom into powerful tools for modern stewardship and sustainable development.

    • Gathering wisdom from Elders and knowledge keepers in ways that honor traditional protocols
    • Creating spaces for every voice to be heard, from youth to seniors

    • Mapping community assets through both cultural and contemporary lenses

    • Building consensus through meaningful dialogue and traditional decision-making practices

    • Developing practical strategies that transform vision into reality
    We help you create plans that maintain your sacred connection to the land while meeting your community's evolving need

    Your Journey to
    Community Empowerment.

    Imagine your community's traditional values and modern aspirations working in perfect harmony. Where every development decision strengthens cultural bonds while creating new opportunities.

    This isn't just a vision – it's what we help Indigenous communities achieve every day through thoughtful, culturally-grounded planning and development.

    A Journey
    of Empowerment.

    Our Sacred Commitment
    to Your Community.

    Our approach is rooted in the understanding that true progress must flow from within the community itself. We don't just build projects – we nurture dreams, strengthen bonds, and create pathways to self-determination. Every service we offer is shaped by this fundamental belief.

    Imagine your community's traditional values and modern aspirations working in perfect harmony. Where every development decision strengthens cultural bonds while creating new opportunities. This isn't just a vision – it's what we help Indigenous communities achieve every day through thoughtful, culturally-grounded planning and development.

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    We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

    Socio-Economic

    Cultur l Safety & Protocol

    Our research framework is built on:

    - Deep respect for Indigenous protocols and ceremonies
    - Recognition of traditional governance structures
    - Protection of cultural and intellectual property rights
    - Integration of Indigenous ways of knowing
    - Commitment to ethical space creation

    Socio-Economic

    Community-Led Design

    Every research project begins with extensive community consultation. Local Elders, knowledge keepers, and acommunity members help shape:

    - Research questions and priorities
    - Methodological approaches
    - Data collection methods
    - Analysis frameworks
    - Knowledge sharing strategies

    Socio-Economic

    Colla orative Analysis

    Our participatory analysis process ensures:

    - Community members guide interpretation of findings
    - Indigenous knowledge systems inform analysis
    - Multiple ways of knowing are honored
    - Research outcomes align with community needs
    - Findings are validated by community members

    Socio-Economic

    Capac ty Building

    We believe in leaving communities stronger.

    - Training local community researchers
    - Supporting Indigenous leadership development
    - Transferring research skills and knowledge
    - Building sustainable research infrastructure
    - Enhancing community ability to conduct future research

    IK Studies

    Baseline Studies


    Indigenous Knowledge (IK) represents generations of wisdom, encompassing unique worldviews and deep environmental understanding.

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    IK Studies

    Indigenous
    Knowledge Studies


    Indigenous Knowledge (IK) represents generations of wisdom, encompassing unique worldviews and deep environmental understanding.

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    TLU Plans

    Impact Assessments


    Traditional Land Use (TLU) studies capture this dynamic, living relationship between communities and their territories.

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    TLU Plans

    Impact
    Assessments


    Traditional Land Use (TLU) studies capture this dynamic, living relationship between communities and their territories.

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    Baseline Studies

    *Community
    Wellbeing


    - Educational attainment and aspirations
    - Health indicators through Indigenous perspectives
    - Cultural strength measurements
    - Social service needs assessment

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    Baseline Studies

    Community-Led Design


    Every research project begins with extensive community consultation. Local Elders, knowledge keepers, and community members help shape Research questions and priorities, Methodological approaches, Data collection methods, Analysis frameworks, Knowledge sharing strategies.

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    Indigenous
    Community Planning

    Your community's story is unique – shaped by generations of knowledge, cultural practices, and dreams for the future. Through our collaborative planning process, we help you create more than just a document – we help you craft a living vision that speaks to both the heart and mind of your community.

    Indigenous
    Community-Led Design

    Every research project begins with extensive community consultation. Local Elders, knowledge keepers, and community members help shape Research questions and priorities, Methodological approaches, Data collection methods, Analysis frameworks, Knowledge sharing strategies.

    Indigenous
    Capacity Building

    True self-determination requires more than just plans – it requires building lasting capacity within communities. Our capacity building program is comprehensive and culturally grounded, focusing on developing both individual and institutional capabilities.

    Methodology
    Why Partner with ICE?

    Our team brings together decades of experience in Indigenous knowledge gathering and land use planning.

    We understand the delicate balance between preservation and progress, and we're committed to helping communities find solutions that honor traditional values while building for the future.

    Methodology
    Archival Research Integration

    We complement contemporary knowledge gathering with careful review of historical documents, previous studies, and community archives. This research helps provide historical context and can help communities recover knowledge that may have been displaced by colonial practices.

    Building Stronger Communities

    Where Tradition Meets
    Progress.

    We believe that every Indigenous community carries within it the seeds of its own transformation. Our role is not to direct your path, but to walk beside you, offering tools and knowledge that bridge traditional wisdom with contemporary opportunities.

    Every Indigenous community holds generations of wisdom about their lands, people, and traditions. We believe this knowledge is the foundation for building stronger communities. Our role is to help you translate this wisdom into practical plans and actions that serve your community today while honoring your heritage. Through lived experience and deep cultural understanding, we provide comprehensive services tailored to your community's unique needs.
    Where Tradition Meets Progress

    Building Tomorrow's
    Communities
    Today:

    Community Planning,
    Development & Capacity Building.

    Imagine your community's traditional values and modern aspirations working in perfect harmony. Where every development decision strengthens cultural bonds while creating new opportunities. This isn't just a vision – it's what we help Indigenous communities achieve every day through thoughtful, culturally-grounded planning and development.

    Every Indigenous community holds generations of wisdom about their lands, people, and traditions. We believe this knowledge is the foundation for building stronger communities. Our role is to help you translate this wisdom into practical plans and actions that serve your community today while honoring your heritage.

    A Journey of Empowerment

    We believe that every Indigenous community carries within it the seeds of its own transformation. Our role is not to direct your path, but to walk beside you, offering tools and knowledge that bridge traditional wisdom with contemporary opportunities.

    Our Sacred Commitment to Your Community

    Our approach is rooted in the understanding that true progress must flow from within the community itself. We don't just build projects – we nurture dreams, strengthen bonds, and create pathways to self-determination. Every service we offer is shaped by this fundamental belief.

    Where Tradition Meets Progress

    Building Tomorrow's
    Communities Today:

    As an Indigenous-owned firm we understand that true community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways self-determination.

    For generations, Indigenous communities have been the stewards of lands, keepers of sacred knowledge, and guardians of traditions that speak to the delicate balance between progress and preservation. Today, your community faces the challenge of building a prosperous future while honoring these sacred ties to the past — This is where your story meets ours.
    Where Tradition Meets Progress

    Building Tomorrow's
    Communities
    Today:

    As an Indigenous-owned firm, we understand that true community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways to self-determination.

    For generations, Indigenous communities have been the stewards of lands, keepers of sacred knowledge, and guardians of traditions that speak to the delicate balance between progress and preservation. Today, your community faces the challenge of building a prosperous future while honoring these sacred ties to the past — This is where your story meets ours.
    *Traditional Land Use & Land Use Planning

    Infrastructure
    Development

    Building Foundations for Generations

    We partner with Indigenous communities to preserve, protect, and empower traditional knowledge — Our approach transforms generations of wisdom into powerful tools for modern stewardship and sustainable development.

    We help you create plans that maintain your sacred connection to the land while meeting your community's evolving need
    *The ICE Research Team

    Technical Support
    & Implementation

    Turn plans into action with our comprehensive support services:

    - Expert guidance through every phase of development
    - Hands-on training for community members
    - Ongoing mentorship and support
    - Tools and resources designed for long-term success

    *The ICE Research Team

    Indigenous Research

    By choosing ICE, you're not just getting research services – you're partnering with a team dedicated to advancing Indigenous data sovereignty through collaborative, respectful, and impactful research.

    Protecting Cultural Sovereignty

    Knowledge is a Gift,
    not a Resource to be Extracted.

    How We're Different:

    • We move at the pace of the community, not academic or corporate timelines
    • Our researchers are trained in indigenous protocols and cultural safety
    • Our goal is community empowerment, not just data collection
    • Prioritizing indigenous languages and ways of knowing throughout the process

    IK Studies

    Baseline
    Studies


    Baseline studies begin at the start of a project with the goal of deepening understandings of the socio-economic conditions in Indigenous and local communities – both socially and economically.

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    IK Studies

    Impact
    Assessments


    Our socio-economic impact assessments are tools for making informed decisions, measuring how proposed developments may impact your community and how potential impacts can be mitigated.

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    TLU Plans

    Indigenous-Led Research Design


    Our comprehensive impact assessments help communities and organizations understand how projects, policies, and initiatives affect Indigenous peoples.

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    TLU Plans

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    Good research requires careful preparation, local knowledge, and the right tool, our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

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    • Baseline studies for community planning
    • Impact assessments for proposed developments
    • Cultural heritage protection strategies
    • Capacity building initiatives
    • Custom research solutions

    Through careful integration of traditional knowledge and modern research methodologies, we help create more accurate and nuanced understandings of community challenges and opportunities.

    Research that isn't conducted on communities, but with them.

    Our approach puts your community at the heart of every project, ensuring that research leads to tangible benefits and supports your journey of self-determination.

    Honoring Indigenous Knowledge Systems

    We begin each project by sitting with Elders and knowledge keepers. Their guidance shapes every aspect of our research:

    - Defining research questions and priorities
    - Identifying appropriate methodologies
    - Interpreting findings within cultural contexts
    - Ensuring protocols are respected throughout the process

    We begin each project by sitting with Elders and knowledge keepers. Their guidance shapes every aspect of our research:

    - Defining research questions and priorities
    - Identifying appropriate methodologies
    - Interpreting findings within cultural contexts
    - Ensuring protocols are respected throughout the process

    Our research framework is co-created with the community, ensuring that:

    - Local protocols and ceremonies are integrated into the research process
    - Traditional governance structures are recognized and respected
    - Cultural and intellectual property rights are protected
    - Indigenous languages are prioritized where possible

    Our research framework is built on:
    - Deep respect for Indigenous protocols and ceremonies
    - Recognition of traditional governance structures
    - Protection of cultural and intellectual property rights
    - Integration of Indigenous ways of knowing
    - Commitment to ethical space creation

    Capacity Building & Training
    True self-determination requires more than just plans – it requires building lasting capacity within communities. Our capacity building program is comprehensive and culturally grounded, focusing on developing both individual and institutional capabilities.

    Through initial assessments, we identify existing strengths and opportunities for growth. We then design customized training programs that build on these foundations, incorporating traditional knowledge and modern skills. Our approach includes hands-on workshops, mentorship programs, and ongoing support to ensure sustainable skill development.

    Training Programs:

    Tailored workshops and training sessions to enhance skills in project management, governance, and community engagement.

    Leadership Development:

    Cultivating future leaders within the community through mentorship programs and leadership training.

    Resource Development:

    Tools & resources that support ongoing community development efforts, policy templates, strategic frameworks, & best practice guides.

    Indigenous Research Services

    Our approach puts your community at the heart of every project, ensuring that research leads to tangible benefits and supports your journey of self-determination.

    Your Knowledge, Your Power

    We're not just researchers – we're partners in your community's journey towards self-determination. Our services are designed to help clients understand the full range of social and economic implications, ensuring informed decision-making and sustainable development.

    Our Approach:

    By recognizing and prioritizing knowledge sovereignty, we ensure that communities maintain control over their cultural and intellectual property throughout the research process. The research process itself becomes a tool for community empowerment, building local capacity and strengthening cultural connections.

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    Community
    Infrastructure Projects:

    Our team guides infrastructure initiatives from concept to completion, ensuring they align with community needs and values.

    We manage everything from housing developments to large scale infrastructure, always prioritizing sustainable practices and local employment opportunities.

    Our project managers work closely with community leaders, government agencies, and contractors to deliver results that enhance quality of life and foster long-term community growth.

    Economic
    Development Initiatives:

    We manage projects that foster sustainable economic growth, creating opportunities for Indigenous businesses and entrepreneurs.

    Our approach combines traditional knowledge with modern business practices to develop initiatives that resonate with community values while driving economic progress.

    From eco-tourism ventures to resource management projects, we ensure that economic development goes hand-in-hand with cultural preservation and environmental stewardship.

    Cultural
    Preservation Programs:

    We ensure that these projects not only preserve the past but also create vibrant, living cultures that continue to evolve and thrive.

    Our project managers work sensitively to coordinate efforts that protect and promote Indigenous cultural heritage. We understand the delicate nature of preserving traditions and knowledge for future generations.

    Our team collaborates with elders, artists, and community members to develop programs that document oral histories, revitalize traditional crafts, and create cultural education initiatives.

    Methodology

    1. Community-Led Design

    Every research project begins with extensive community consultation.

    Local Elders, knowledge keepers, and community members help shape:

    - Research questions and priorities
    - Methodological approaches
    - Data collection methods
    - Analysis frameworks
    - Knowledge sharing strategies

    2. Cultural Safety & Protocol

    Our research framework is built on:

    - Deep respect for Indigenous protocols and ceremonies
    - Recognition of traditional governance structures
    - Protection of cultural and intellectual property rights
    - Integration of Indigenous ways of knowing
    - Commitment to ethical space creation

    Community Planning, Development & Capacity Building
    Where Tradition Meets Progress
    Community Planning, Development & Capacity Building

    Building Tomorrow's
    Communities
    Today:

    As an Indigenous-owned firm, we understand that true community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways to self-determination.

    For generations, Indigenous communities have been the stewards of lands, keepers of sacred knowledge, and guardians of traditions that speak to the delicate balance between progress and preservation. Today, your community faces the challenge of building a prosperous future while honoring these sacred ties to the past — This is where your story meets ours.

    Socio-Economic

    Baseline Studies

    Indigenous-Led Research and Development

    Socio-Economic

    Baseline Studies

    Identifying community needs and resources through collaborative workshops and stakeholder engagement.

    ComSocio-Economicmunity Planning

    Impact Assessments

    Facilitating sessions that encourage community members to articulate their long-term goals and aspirations.

    Socio-Economic

    Dats & Analytics

    Creating actionable plans that outline clear objectives, timelines, and measurable outcomes.

    Advancing Reconciliation through an Indigenous-lens.

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    Community-Led Research Design

    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

    Indigenous Economy
    Economic Development & Capacity Building

    Indigenous Business Development / Joint Venture Facilitation / Skills Training Programs / Grant Writing and Funding Support

    Prosperity
    Project Management & Implementation

    Indigenous Participation Plans - Regulatory Navigation - Monitoring and Evaluation - Reporting and Communication

    Community Planning, Development & Capacity Building
    Where Tradition Meets Progress
    Community Planning, Development & Capacity Building

    Building Tomorrow's
    Communities
    Today:

    Capacity Building Services

    As an Indigenous-owned firm, we understand that true community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways to self-determination.

    As an Indigenous-owned firm, we understand that true community development isn't just about buildings and infrastructure – it's about empowering people, preserving culture, and creating pathways to self-determination.

    For generations, Indigenous communities have been the stewards of lands, keepers of sacred knowledge, and guardians of traditions that speak to the delicate balance between progress and preservation. Today, your community faces the challenge of building a prosperous future while honoring these sacred ties to the past — This is where your story meets ours.

    Baseline Studies

    When decisions need to be made about your community's future, this baseline becomes your evidence, your advocate, and your guide.

    Impact Assessments

    Our comprehensive impact assessments help communities and organizations understand how projects, policies, and initiatives affect Indigenous peoples.

    Strategic Research Design

    Our team helps Indigenous leaders design and implement research plans to support data-driven, community-centered decisions.

    Comprehensive Community Planning

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    Your Community's Future?

    Every community's path is different. Let's discuss how we can support your community's vision for the future.

    Indigenous-Led Research

    Our Journey Together

    Every research project begins with listening. We sit with Elders, speak with knowledge keepers, and engage with community members to understand your unique story. From there, we collaborate to create research that serves your community's vision for the future.

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    Let’s create meaningful dialogue and advance reconciliation through collaboration.

    We believe that lasting change begins with trust. From strategic planning to capacity assessments, we facilitate decision-making processes that align with community priorities and long-term sustainability goals. Our team approaches every project with cultural humility, ready to learn from the communities we serve while sharing our expertise in ways that empower and elevate.

    Every great journey begins with a conversation. Reach out to discover how we can support your community's vision for the future. Together, we'll create engagement processes that respect your traditions, amplify your voice, and help achieve your community's goals.

    Our Promise to You:

    - Unwavering respect for Indigenous protocols and traditional knowledge
    - Transparent communication at every step of the journey
    - Flexible approaches that adapt to your community's unique needs
    - Commitment to building lasting capacity within your community

    Looking Forward Together :

    Whether you're navigating complex stakeholder relationships, planning for future generations, or seeking to strengthen your community's voice in important decisions, we're here to walk alongside you. Let's create a path forward that honors the past while building a stronger future for generations to come.

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    We partner with communities to transform traditional knowledge into powerful tools for self-determination and sustainable development.

    We work to amplify Indigenous voices and empower communities to drive informed decision making while navigating complex social and economic landscapes.

    We're not just researchers – we're partners in empowering Indigenous communities to shape their own narratives.

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