Research & Policy

Comprehensive Research Services

Community-Based Participatory Research

We employ collaborative research methodologies that position communities as partners rather than subjects, ensuring authentic representation of lived experiences and local knowledge. Our approach integrates:

• Primary Research Design: Surveys, interviews, focus groups, and ethnographic studies

• Secondary Research Synthesis: Literature reviews, meta-analyses, and environmental scans

• Mixed-Methods Approaches: Combining quantitative rigor with qualitative depth

• Indigenous Research Methodologies: Culturally responsive approaches aligned with OCAP® principles (Ownership, Control, Access, and Possession)

Public Policy Analysis and Advocacy Support

We help organizations navigate and influence the policy environment:

• Policy Landscape Mapping: Analysis of federal, provincial, and municipal policies affecting your sector

• Legislative Tracking: Monitoring proposed changes and their potential impacts

• Policy Brief Development: Concise, compelling documents for decision-makers

• Advocacy Strategy Design: Evidence-based approaches to policy influence

• Coalition Building Support: Facilitating collaborative advocacy efforts

Organizational Policy Framework

We develop comprehensive policy suites that strengthen governance, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure regulatory compliance:

Governance Policies

• Board governance structures and terms of reference

• Conflict of interest and ethical guidelines

• Risk management frameworks

• Accountability and transparency protocols

Operational Policies

• Human resources policies aligned with Manitoba employment standards

• Financial management and procurement procedures

• Data protection and privacy policies (PIPEDA/FIPPA compliant)

• Program delivery standards and quality assurance protocols

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policies

• Anti-oppression frameworks

• Accessibility standards (AODA compliant)

• Cultural safety protocols

Needs Assessments and Asset Mapping

Understanding your community's landscape is foundational to effective programming. We deliver:

• Comprehensive Needs Analyses: Identifying service gaps, barriers to access, and unmet community needs

• Community Asset Inventories: Mapping existing resources, capacities, and opportunities for collaboration

• Stakeholder Analysis: Understanding power dynamics, relationships, and influence networks

• Social Return on Investment (SROI): Quantifying social value creation and impact potential

Strategic Policy Development & Analysis

Market Research and Feasibility Studies

For organizations exploring new initiatives or social enterprises, we provide:

• Demographic and psychographic analysis

• Competitive landscape assessment

• Service delivery model comparisons

• Financial viability projections

• Risk assessment and mitigation strategies

Contact us for innovative research and policy solutions.