Stronger Together: How Communities Drive Real Change
Too often, health and social services are designed for communities without truly involving the people the services and systems impact. The result? Well-intentioned services and supports that miss the mark, fail to build trust, or struggle to create lasting impact. But what if the people most affected by these service systems were also the ones […]
From the Classroom to Consulting: Allie’s Student Practicum Experience at Collective Results
Hi again! I’m Allie and, as I wrap up the final semester of my Master of Health Evaluation program, I have been reflecting on the incredible opportunity I have had to complete my professional practicum at Collective Results. These past four months have been full of growth, learning, and hands-on experiences, and I’m excited to […]
How to Prioritize? Tips and Tricks for Making Big Decisions
Imagine this, your community is wanting to make impactful change on an important and complex issue including: You have completed comprehensive and inclusive consultations which may have included peer-led / youth-led interviews, community surveys, and focus groups. You have reached out to all interested parties and have reached data saturation. You have a good understanding […]
KPI Warm-up Activity: New Year’s Resolutions
Hello 2024! At Collective Results, we are looking forward to working on some amazing projects with our clients this year! With the start of the new year, we are also taking some time to reflect on last year’s accomplishments, the great relationships that we have fostered and what we want the next year to look […]
Knowledge to Action: Sharing My Favourite Knowledge Mobilization Tools
In the ever-evolving landscape of health and social services, success lies not just in the accumulation of knowledge but in its mobilization – using knowledge to guide decision making and action. There are so many great resources available to support knowledge mobilization (KMb) now-a-days. I had the chance to explore some of these when I […]
Cool things you learn working at Collective Results! Human rights-based approach to housing.
I had the honour of collaborating on the Collective Results team that worked on the Gaps Analysis for housing, substance use and mental health services for people experiencing homelessness in Guelph. While conducting key informant interviews with leaders and activists, I learned about a human rights-based approach to housing. Understanding a human rights-based approach to housing […]
Happy 3rd Anniversary to Us!
It’s an exciting time for Collective Results as we celebrate our 3rd business anniversary. Three years might not seem like a long time in the grand scheme of things, but for us, it’s a significant milestone that we are incredibly proud of. This journey has been bolstered by passion, learning, hard work, dedication, fun, and, […]
Sunsets and Strategy: A Glimpse into Collective Results’ Fall Retreat
Liz- I absolutely LOVE how it seems to have become tradition over the past 3 years for the full CR team to escape on a multi-day retreat. Each year, our growing team has taken time away from our desks and our screens to enjoy time outdoors, to learn about each other, and to have important […]
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
In Canada, the last day of September carries a profound significance that extends far beyond the changing of seasons. On September 30th, Collective Results (CR) observed the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, a time to reflect on the historical injustices faced by Indigenous peoples and commit to a future built on understanding, empathy, and […]
Reflections on 2SLGBTQ+ Pride Month: History, Celebrations, and Reminders
I write this blog with a sombre tone, as I reflect on 2SLGBTQ+ pride month just days after the hate-fuelled attack in a gender studies class at the University of Waterloo. I am reminded very much about our 2SLGBTQ+ communities and the continued need for allyship, inclusion, and connection among those a part of and […]