core services
indigenous engagement
over 30 years of service engagement in Indigenous communities from coast to coast to coast, through respectful relationships and proven results.
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starting with an invitation, our team works with deep listening and learning to understand what the community is experiencing. ​
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working in a heartfelt way, our team then approaches the project from a place of collaboration and team work. we understand the flow of community and know the importance of seasons. we have strong expertise in rights-based frameworks, Indigenous traditional knowledge and working with Knowledge Keepers early and throughout.
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to learn more about our allyship support to non-Indigenous organisations, see our link at the bottom of the page.
strategic planning
we lead strategic planning services that centre client perspectives.
we integrate over 30 years of experience in program and service design to create impactful, culturally rooted solutions driven by community vision and collaboration.
our expertise spans working with Indigenous communities, government agencies, and non-profits to address critical areas such as emergency response and disaster risk reduction, violence prevention, housing, child and youth advocacy, and community crisis response.
with a focus on trauma-informed practices, cultural safety, and deep stakeholder engagement, we develop strategic frameworks that honor diverse perspectives, foster resilience, and build sustainable growth.
service and program design
at sarah burke collective, we specialize in program and service design that addresses complex social issues with innovative, community-centered solutions.
drawing from over 30 years of experience in areas such as violence prevention, housing, youth advocacy, and community wellness, we design programs that are culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and rooted in meaningful community engagement.
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our expertise spans working with diverse populations, including Indigenous communities across Canada, to develop and implement effective strategies that drive positive social impact.
we take pride in collaborating with partners and stakeholders to create adaptable, sustainable programs that support individuals and strengthen communities
additional services
service reviews and audits
with over 30 years of humanitarian and neutrality work, our team offers wide expertise in reviews and way finding.
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reach out to us to have a conversation and we can
learn more.
recent project examples
our team has a wide berth when supporting projects. below are some of the recent examples:
supported the project managment of the building and program design phases for Aqqusariaq, Nunavut's addictions and trauma treatment centre.
conducted a national disaster risk reduction assessment for an Indigenous toolkit and developed an implementation strategy for a large national team. The project involved a national environmental scan and final report.
supported community-driven Indigenous health indicators for a future pandemic.
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developed trauma-informed material for a sexual abuse healing program.
developed a community-led crisis response training to address capacity building and response in Indigenous communities.
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