The two of us started TNC 16 years ago, in a coffee shop in Guelph. We were already experienced community researchers, and so we knew that we wanted our new firm to focus on people and relationships, and not just ideas or methods. We wanted to work with organizations that we believed in, in ways
If you had asked us 10 years ago if we ever saw ourselves becoming business owners, the answer probably would have been “no”. But when Andrew and Jason approached us with the idea, it suddenly all made sense; the decision to make TNC our permanent home was an easy one. Andrew and Jason have created
At TNC, we often help our clients adapt to achieve more impact. While changes in programming and approach are always helpful, true transformation often requires changes in how decisions are made and who has a seat at the table. In that spirit, we are thrilled to announce that Laine Bourassa and Karla Stroud are now
What it Means to Build Spaces Where People Can Be Seen Over the past few years, we’ve had the privilege of working alongside The 519 on a number of projects, each one grounded in a deep commitment to community, dignity, and care for the 2SLGBTQ+ community. What stands out most as we reflect on our
Photo by Tristan OliffAndrew joins young environmental leaders from Lawson Foundation’s Youth Action & Environment Pilot Fellowship as they do outdoor yoga together in Quebec City. Earth Day is traditionally and rightfully focused on carbon reduction targets and policy shifts, but after reflecting on some of our prior evaluation projects focussed on climate change, our
At Taylor Newberry Consulting, we’ve always believed that research should be a force for social good. But we also know that our impact in the community starts with how we treat each other. Over the last year, we have focused deeply on our commitment to staff well-being, looking for ways to ensure our internal culture
Earlier this week was Trans Day of Visibility, a day to highlight the experiences of trans, nonbinary, and gender-diverse people, while recognizing the complex realities they continue to navigate every day. In that spirit, we want to highlight TNC staff member Paul’s (they/them) recently published article in the International Journal of Transgender Health, “Hi, my
Mener des projets bilingues: quand aucune langue n’est secondaire Depuis mon arrivée chez Taylor Newberry Consulting, j’ai eu l’occasion de travailler sur une dizaine de projets bilingues, menés en français et en anglais, souvent simultanément. Ces projets m’ont rappelé à quel point le bilinguisme, dans un contexte de consultation et d’évaluation, va bien au-delà de
As we look back on 2025, we see a year defined by strides in our professional impact and a deep, intentional focus on how we show up for one another. It was a year of “firsts”—from testing new ways of working to welcoming new faces—all while staying grounded in the milestones that make our team
We are thrilled to share that Sarah Benkirane is officially joining Taylor Newberry Consulting full-time as a Senior Consultant this November. After three years of contributing to TNC in part-time roles ranging from Research Consultant to Project Manager, Sarah has played an integral role in advancing projects focused on equity, mental health, and gender-based violence
Working with organizations who serve the ADHD community, I’ve come to realize that my lived experience with ADHD isn’t just a personal trait; it’s a powerful tool for connecting with people and understanding them. Whether it’s with adults and youth navigating their own ADHD or with parents supporting children with ADHD, there’s an inherent understanding
At Taylor Newberry Consulting, we’re always looking for ways to enhance not only the well-being of our team but also the quality of service we provide to our clients. Building on the success of our “No Meeting Fridays” initiative, we’re excited to announce our bi-weekly 4-day work week pilot! Starting May 16, 2025, our office
At Taylor Newberry Consulting we are grateful to be able to connect to incredibly talented, passionate and dedicated individuals. We are especially fortunate that some of these individuals have chosen to call themselves “TNCers”. We are continually inspired by members of our staff who share laughs, values, and learnings. Periodically, our website will feature a
Partner: Canadian Woman’s Foundation (CWF) TNC delivered a research report examining the mental health climate for Two-Spirit, Nonbinary, Trans, and Questioning Girls and Black, Indigenous, and racialized girls in Canada. For this report, TNC conducted focus groups with Indigenous-led and Queer-led youth-serving organizations and held discussions with racialized, Indigenous, and queer youth. The final report,
Partner: The Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health. TNC conducted a large-scale developmental evaluation of Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario mental health initiative, with a specific focus on youth and family engagement activities within the broader initiative. In partnership with the Ontario Centre of Excellence for Child and Youth Mental Health, TNC
Partner: BGC Canada Conducted a case study evaluation with six pilot agencies to inform a national 12-week youth substance use and addiction prevention program. The toolkit followed a strengths-focused, inclusive, trauma informed approach. It was sensitive to diverse identities and experiences and applied the principles of harm reduction. The program also contained a guardian training
Partners: CMHA Waterloo-Wellington-Dufferin Evaluated the brief services – short-term, quick access interventions – provided to children and youth at multiple locations in Wellington and Dufferin Counties. The evaluation focus was on understanding current models of practice compared to other brief service models; pathways in and out of services; service utilization; challenges and barriers; and observed
Partners: Lutherwood and the Lead Agency Advisory Council of Waterloo Region. In two sequential projects, conducted a comprehensive environmental scan of existing Child and Youth Mental Health services in Waterloo Region. The scan was developed to examine the types, reach, and focus of services within MCYS core funding as well as other CYMH programs funded
