transforming practice through Indigenous consultation
our knowledgeable Indigenous consultants provide tailored guidance that centres iyiniwak (Indigenous peoples') best practices across various sectors. our grounding in cultural humility ensures our approach is respectful and effective in addressing the unique needs of professionals, organizations, schools, communities, and other stakeholders. our ᒪᐢᑭᐦᑭᕀ maskihkiy wellness team is also available to provide in-person, on-site mental health & wellness support for your conferences & events.
centering Indigenous voice in culturally relevant consulting and support services
our ᒪᐢᑭᐦᑭᕀ maskihkiy consultants provide tailored guidance that centres Indigenous ways of knowing, being, and doing. whether consultation is Nation-specific (i.e., how to work with a particular community), or more general (e.g., counselling with Indigenous people), our services support professionals, organizations, and communities in their work with cultural humility and effective strategies. our team has a breadth and depth of expertise to meet your needs. some examples of consultation we regularly provide:
in-classroom or professional development training support for Indigenous best practices in the classroom.
decolonizing workplaces and systems, from paperwork to client care to program development & evaluation strategies.
applications of Indigenous best practices in health services or psychotherapy, per the Truth & Reconciliation Commission Report
conference & event support
we understand that conferences, events, and gatherings can sometimes be difficult or triggering for attendees. our ᒪᐢᑭᐦᑭᕀ maskihkiy wellness team specializes in offering land-based crisis support at events to help people quickly return to wellness. our crew will set up a wellness space that attendees can visit anytime, as well as offering support in meeting rooms & throughout hallways and other event spaces. we offer a culturally-rooted, genocide-informed, supportive atmosphere to ensure your participants are safe and cared for.
meaningful change through Indigenous consulting & collaborative practices
individual consultations
for service providers, clinicians, educators, researchers, students, you name it! we can support you decolonzing your practices, taking care of yourself, & better serving the communities you work with.
group consultations
have a small team or collaborative that is hoping to shift your practice to better serve Indigenous people and communities? we're happy to support with candid, non-judgmental consultation sessions.
organizations & communities
need support enhancing your services or addressing an issue impeding community or organizational wellness? we're happy to sit and chat with you about strategies that can help!
program development
seeking a deeper level of guidance & direct program enhancement from our consultants? we can support you in developing programs and services that create meaningful & sustainable change for your group.
mental health support for your event
our ᒪᐢᑭᐦᑭᕀ maskihkiy wellness team is available to travel to conferences & events to offer land-based crisis support for people who may be triggered or otherwise struggling. book our crew for your event today!
FAQs
explore our frequently asked questions about our consulting services.
getting started is easy! simply reach out to us through our contact page to discuss your needs. we'll guide you through the consultation process and tailor our services to your goals.
professionals, organizations, schools/educational facilities, and communities seeking to integrate Indigenous perspectives can benefit from our services. we support those looking to decolonize their practices and enhance cultural safety. we also support communities looking to address long-standing issues in community wellness. our consultations are tailored to meet specific needs.
we always start by hearing you out, making space for you to let us know your concerns as well as your vision for enhanced services. our approach prioritizes Indigenous best practices and cultural humility. when appropriate to the request, we collaborate with local knowledge carriers to ensure community-informed consulting.
reconciliation is about taking action to restore balance in relationships between Indigenous and non-Indigenous people, requiring authentic efforts on behalf of non-Indigenous people, systems, and institutions to challenge both internalized & external forms of colonialism & oppression, fostering meaningful & culturally responsive relationships with Indigenous people. reconciliation is a collaborative process that fosters understanding and healing.
decolonization involves recognizing and addressing the impacts of colonialism, coupled with restoring Indigenous knowledge, practices, and governance. this process is an essential aspect of reconciliation.
have more questions about our consultation services?
we provide tailored consulting services that centre Indigenous practices and address your unique needs. let us guide you through the complexities of decolonization and reconciliation.
