Bridging Worlds of Knowledge

Archipel is an Indigenous-owned and women-led company bringing together a diverse team of Indigenous, non-Indigenous, and racialized associates with the goal of bridging worlds of knowledge.

DIVERSE EXPERTISE

We are a team of qualitative and quantitative researchers who specialize in Indigenous research methodologies and anti-racist approaches

ETHICAL APPROACH

We adhere to the highest standards of research ethics ensuring individuals and communities e engaged respectfully according to OCAP principles

BRIDGING WORLDS OF KNOWLEDGE

Our diverse team is informed and inspired by a multiplicity of worldviews and don't shy away from complexities

Fields of Practice

Community Engagement and Indigenous Methodologies

We excel in facilitating meaningful dialogues and building bridges between diverse communities and stakeholders according to Indigenous methodologies.

Equity & Inclusion

We specialize in developing and implementing strategies for diversity, equity, and inclusion across organizations.

Strategic Planning

We offer equity-informed strategic planning services, with a particular focus in equity, anti-racism, and reconciliation action plans.

Policy Analysis

We offer expert analysis and recommendations on policies affecting Indigenous, racialized, and other marginalized communities

How we can help you

Research Excellence

We conduct qualitative and quantitative research projects informed by Indigenous, decolonizing, and intersectional Black feminist methodologies, the First Nations principles of ownership, control, access, and possession (OCAP®), and Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA Plus).

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Inclusive Marketing & Communication

As expert consultants in inclusive marketing, we understand the intricacies of diverse representation. Our strategies are designed to create more inclusive and effective communications.

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Training & Education

We provide customized trainings and education on Indigenous cultures, anti-racism, and equity. Our facilitators bring real-world experience and inclusive teaching methods to help organizations grow awareness.

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Evaluation & Planning

We provide customized evaluations of organizational practices, policies, and programs to identify barriers and opportunities for advancing distinct priorities.

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Translation

We are experts in the local subtleties of language, particularly relating to Canadian English, Canadian French and Indigenous languages in Canada.

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Consulting

Archipel offers a wide range of expertise to provide strategic advice tailored to our clients’ needs. Our versatile team can deliver both urgent and long-term consulting services, adapting to the unique requirements of each organization we work with.

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Why Choose us

Ethical Research

Conduct research using culturally sensitive methodologies, ensuring respectful and equitable practices

Indigenous Expertise

We put into practice our motto: bridging worlds of knowledge with a team of diverse indigenous and non-Indigenous researchers and consultants.

Inclusive Consulting

Benefit from our intersectional approach, addressing complex issues with nuanced understanding.

Culturally-informed Facilitation

Engage in effective dialogue across communities with our skilled facilitators and cultural translators.

We work with clients to ensure they have the appropriate tools and training to address organizational concerns and public relations. We offer executive coaching, media coaching, and PR and communication strategizing.

Drawing on our team’s diverse research networks, we conduct qualitative and quantitative research to gain consumer insights on brand perceptions that can maximize clients’ performance. Through environmental scans, focus groups, and other engagements, we gain insight into accepted consumer beliefs related to clients’ brands and industries to identify opportunities and barriers to engaging diverse customers.

Our team’s professional expertise and lived experience equips us to support clients as they develop inclusive marketing strategies. We help clients enhance product development and communication strategies to better meet the needs of consumers from equity-deserving groups.

Bringing together our team’s insights and extensive experience facilitating focus groups and engagements, Archipel supports clients in evaluating marketing and other consumer-facing communication and other creative products, testing new concepts with designated equity-deserving groups to ensure they are inclusive.

As the film and television industry strives to become more inclusive in representing diverse experiences of Indigenous, racialized, and other equity-deserving groups, our team is uniquely positioned to offer advising services to ensure these representations are respectful and accurate.

Bridging Worlds of Knowledge 

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We’re excited to hear from you and explore how we can bridge worlds of knowledge together. Whether you have a specific project in mind or just want to learn more about our services, we’re here to help.

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