““I hope more people will take the time to be involved in sharing their TEK in the future. It’s worth it to collect it.
It becomes the most valuable piece of information your community will have to fight with.”
Lawrence Lefort, Eagle Lake First Nation
Contact
Laura Taylor, M.A.
(226) 706 – 8888 ext. 123
Social Research
Channeling the Wisdom of Indigenous Knowledge
Each study we conduct is as unique as the Nations we serve. When we work with you to design your study, considering your end goals — the “so what” element of data gathering — is of primary importance.
We combine cutting-edge GIS mapping technology with tailored research approaches to produce powerful, legally defensible maps that show the historic and current connection Indigenous Nations have to their lands and waters. We understand the power of story, and how to use Oral History interviews to add colour and depth to your mapped data. Our professional videographers help gather and preserve knowledge for future generations. Community-driven capacity development and a deep commitment to data protection are key elements of each study. And what’s more — we make the research process fun and meaningful for everyone involved!
When it comes to Social Research, the possibilities, and the benefits, are endless.
Services:
- Cultural Heritage
- GIS and Mapping
- Traditional Knowledge Studies
- Community Well-being Studies
Storytelling & Engagement
Cultural Heritage
GIS and Mapping
Featured Project- Community Well Being Video
Doig River First Nation hired Shared Value Solutions (SVS) to lead a comprehensive Community Well-Being Study aimed at understanding and enhancing the overall well-being of members. The purpose of this initiative was to develop and complete a community-driven study to provide leadership and staff with valuable insights into the Nation’s strengths, as well as areas requiring improvement. The end goal of the study was to better support the well-being of members and to help leadership with program development and planning.
The project was enriched by videography and storytelling, capturing the perspectives, histories, and lived experiences of community members to provide a narrative-driven understanding of well-being. SVS created the resulting video including community voices and images. The video is a testament to the soul of the community and serves as a reminder of their common goal of wellness.
Project Examples
Mi’gmawe’l Tplu’taqnn Incorporated
Energy East Pipeline: Indigenous Knowledge and Socio-Economic Study
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