

Public and Social Services Research & Evaluation Services
Serving Non-Government Organizations, Public Entities & Indigenous Communities across Canada.
Our Story at Strat First Inc.
A Human‑Centred Firm.

At Strat First Inc., we have learned that the best work starts with people. We are an Alberta-based advisory team that supports organizations, communities, not-for-profit groups, and public sector partners across Canada.
Our focus is working and walking with our clients to design programs, plan their work, learn from their experiences, share their successes, and build the skills they need to move forward with confidence.
Over the years, we have seen the positive impact that comes from program development when people have a safe, welcoming space to talk things through. When we sit together, listen closely, and make room for every voice, communities start shaping their own solutions. That sense of ownership strengthens trust within the community itself and with donors, funders, public sector partners, and government teams who want to support meaningful change.
Our approach braids what we know from social sciences, practical business thinking, and how government systems work. At the heart of it, our work is about showing up with care, clarity, and respect, and helping people move their ideas into action in ways that are manageable and community driven.
Our Services
Turning Information Into Impact all across Canada
Research Services
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Literature and Jurisdictional Reviews
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Environmental Scans
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Qualitative Data Collection
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Quantitative Data Collection
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Data Analysis
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Project Management for Research Initiatives
Evaluation Services
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Evaluation Framework Design
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Program Evaluation
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Data Analysis
Policy & Governance
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Strategic Planning Services
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Policy Modernization Services
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Board and Leadership Governance Support
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Board Training and Facilitation Services
Strategic Services
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Grant Management
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Program Design
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Reporting and Document Design
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Professional Development Training
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Government Engagement Planning
Our Clients
Community and Industry Organizations
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Alberta Medical Association
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Canadian Mental Health Association – National
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Buy Social Canada
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Tree Time Inc.
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Edmonton Marathon
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Women Building Futures
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True North Aid
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McDougall House
Indigenous and Community Organizations
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Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary
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Native Counselling Services of Alberta
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Tribal Chiefs Ventures Inc.
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Tribal Chiefs Employment and Training Services Association
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Whitefish Lake First Nation #128
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Lesser Slave Lake Indian Regional Council
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Dauphin River First Nation
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Wah Pow Healing & Wellness Society
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Lakeshore Regional Police Commission
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Creating Hope Society
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Kehewin First Nation Elder's Committee
Government, Municipal, and Public Sector
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Government of Alberta
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Explore Edmonton Corporation
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Edmonton International Airport
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Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo Economic Development & Tourism