Indigenous Projects

 Some of our teams work includes:

ANISHINAABE ELDERS & SCOTTISH TRADITION KEEPERS COLLABORATION WORKSHOPS

Cultural Teachings | February-May 2023

Origin CEO, Raelene was one of only three individuals from Canada invited to accompany Anishinaabe Elders to Scotland to plan and facilitate workshops, training, and Land Healing ceremonies with Scottish Tradition Keepers, with a focus on cross-cultural collaboration and commitment to fostering connections globally.

MI’KMAW FAMILY SERVICES INITIATIVE

Mi’kmaw Child and Family Services of Nova Scotia | January 2021 - September 2023 

Worked with Performance Management Consulting (PMC) to design and facilitate key learning and information-gathering workshops across all service departments as the Mi’kmaw Nation works towards assuming complete jurisdiction and self-governance in matters affecting the well-being of all Mi’kmaw children, youth, and families in Nova Scotia.

CONTENT ANALYSIS OF MISSING AND MURDERED INDIGENOUS PEOPLES 

Mount Saint Vincent University | September 2021 - Present

Using an Intersectional lens and a Two-Eyed Seeing framework (a balance of Western and Indigenous knowledge), to conduct a quantitative content analysis of Missing and Murdered Indigenous People's cases in print news media. 

COMMUNITY-BASED PARTICIPATORY ACTION RESEARCH (PAR) PROJECT

Nanaimo Deep Discovery Association (NDDA) | September 2020 - May 2021 

Worked in collaboration with the NDDA Board of Directors and Snuneymuxw First Nation on an extensive community-based PAR project to assess the viability of an interactive ocean exploration and education program. Our implementation strategy included a qualitative study to engage new stakeholder partnerships in meaningful, contributing relationships.

GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT PROJECT 

Kakivak Association  | May 2020 - Present 

Developed a full program for delivery as a live workshop or as a virtual program with Performance Management Consulting (PMC). This program aimed to empower communities to access Government contracts in the Qikiqtani region and included a robust presentation, a facilitator's guide, and online certification opportunities in four regional dialects. Origin CEO Raelene was the Lead Consultant who designed and built Kakivak Learning Centre which included creating five courses in English and multiple dialects, a self-enrollment system, optimized for surveys, quizzes, extra content, and an automated certificate of completion that was customized to each course and learner. 

ADULT & YOUTH  PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT AND FACILITATION

Opiikapawaiin Services LP/Performance Management Consulting (PMC)  | February 2020 - April 2023

Worked directly with Performance Management Consulting (PMC) and with Elders and Knowledge Keepers to fully audit programs and practices. Designed a culturally relevant curriculum, facilitation guide, and training material related to pre-employment/job readiness training initiatives for youth and adult learners that are grounded in First Nations knowledge, culture, and ceremony. Delivered multiple month-long training programs (over 100 participants) in Northern Ontario and was responsible for overseeing all assistant instructors and participants.

NUU-CHAH-NULTH EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM

Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council | April 2020 - Present

Worked with the Nuu-chah-nulth Tribal Council by leading the development, implementation, and evaluation of a culturally relevant curriculum, facilitation guide, and training materials for the Nuu-chah-nulth Employment Training/Job Readiness program for youth and adult learners. Consulted with Elders, Knowledge Keepers, and Case Managers to hire and oversee instructors, and to ensure appropriate ongoing delivery and facilitation of all programs. 

CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES

Innu Round Table Secretariat (IRTS) | August 2019 - April 2022  

Supported IRTS Chief and Council, Board of Directors for the Mushuau Innu First Nation, and the Sheshatshiu Innu First Nation to develop their Innu Child and Family Wellness Prevention Agency. We followed an Innu traditions-based approach, that centered Innu voices in strategic planning, program development, project management, and team capacity building.

TRAUMA & ADDICTION PROGRAMS

Wellness Workshops | Ongoing Programs

Delivered programs to various organizations, community health initiatives, and agencies who are seeking to expand their trauma-competent knowledge.