Applied Research • Policy Support • Impact Evaluation
Bison Institute delivers applied research, policy analysis, and evaluation services that turn evidence into action. We support institutions and governments with both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies, drawing on extensive experience working directly within Indigenous communities across Canada and internationally.
Our work is informed by senior leadership in research governance (SSHRC/NSERC eligibility, research strategies, licensing under the Scientists Act) and global advisory roles in micro-credentials and workforce frameworks.
We conduct and support applied research and evaluation projects using rigorous qualitative and quantitative methods, with deep expertise in Indigenous community contexts.
Key Offerings
Labour market intelligence and workforce needs analysis (quantitative surveys, data modelling, and qualitative community/industry insights)
Program and micro-credential evaluation (outcomes, quality, portability, and cultural relevance)
Economic and social impact assessments
Research capacity building for institutions (governance, ethics, Tri-Council readiness)
Evidence synthesis and mixed-methods studies for policy and strategy development
Culturally grounded research approaches developed through extensive work with Indigenous communities coast-to-coast and internationally
Outcomes
Actionable, credible insights for decision-makers
Stronger research profiles and funding competitiveness for institutions
High-quality, culturally appropriate, and defensible evidence for policy and program improvement
Research that respects and reflects Indigenous knowledge systems alongside rigorous academic standards
We help organizations measure, report, and improve impact with robust QA frameworks and institutional quality systems.
Key Offerings
Impact measurement frameworks and dashboards (combining quantitative metrics with qualitative outcomes)
QA processes for credentials, programs, and platforms
Accreditor-ready documentation
Continuous improvement and drift-detection support
Outcomes
Clear demonstration of value to funders, partners, and accreditors
Stronger quality culture and defensibility
Data-driven refinement of programs and platforms
We help organizations measure, report, and improve impact with robust QA frameworks and institutional quality systems.
Key Offerings
Impact measurement frameworks and dashboards (combining quantitative metrics with qualitative outcomes)
QA processes for credentials, programs, and platforms
Accreditor-ready documentation
Continuous improvement and drift-detection support
Outcomes
Clear demonstration of value to funders, partners, and accreditors
Stronger quality culture and defensibility
Data-driven refinement of programs and platforms