Since 2001 we have managed nine longitudinal evaluations, each about 3-years long and inclusive of 150 – 300 program participants. We keep you in-the-loop with a start-up call, check-in on data collection process, review of early findings, and discussion on vital messaging, to talking about implementing the final report recommendations. We include action plans with budget estimates and potential funding sources as a means for addressing recommendations.
Our policy research and program evaluation services have met the needs of First Nations, government departments, and independent programs and organizations. We prefer mixed method approaches that include triangulated methodologies utilizing culture-appropriate and grounded tools. One example is our Waawiyeyaa Evaluation Tool, which has been rigorously tested. Since 2010, this tool has been applied in evaluation, research, and program delivery settings, and our database has received over 500 entries by Indigenous program participants. We provide core competencies for our clients in program evaluation, program policy research, strategic planning, Indigenous governance training, and economic development research.
Our Services
Program Evaluation
“Johnston Research Inc. focuses on utilizing tools for change”
Strategic Planning
“Evaluation and strategic planning really go hand-in-hand”
Economic Development Research
“Evaluation cannot be complete without economic development”
Indigenous Governance Training
“We see Indigenous governance training as a missing component of evaluation”
Program Policy Research
“Our work is driven by notions of social justice and culture-based approaches”
Indigenous Evaluation Policy
“An Indigenous Evaluation Policy will fill a significant gap in your internal organization processes”
The Benefits of Hiring Johnston Research for Contract Work
What You Will Learn
- The gaps and challenges in your organization’s current evaluation practice.
- An understanding of the issues surrounding the reconciliation between western and Indigenous evaluation practice.
- How to utilize templates to develop draft tools and sketch-out a comprehensive evaluation plan.
Who Has Hired us in the Past
- Indigenous non-government organizations (in every province and Yukon).
- First Nations.
- Métis organizations.
- Inuit governments (in Nunavut and Kativik).
- Canada government departments.
- Ontario government departments.
- Non-government organizations (who work with Indigenous peoples).
We Can Help Your Organization
Get in touch and find how we can work together to improve your program.