Empower Research

Own It: A Short Documentary Series

Too many founders still go unseen. They continue to build incredible things in the margins, while mainstream stories keep centring the same voices. That’s why we launched "Own It", a documentary series featuring the voices, journeys, and hard-won wisdom of underestimated entrepreneurs across Canada. Nominate yourself or someone you admire. The project is funded by CGLCC.

Watch the documentaries on YouTube.

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EDI in Beer, Wine, & Spirits

The beverage-alcohol industry is home to many small and

medium enterprises (SMEs). But there is a lack of support for these businesses to embed equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) practices within organizational structures and processes. Our research reveals the best practices for the industry and career paths available for diverse individuals. The project is funded by LCBO.

Download the policy brief from Niagara Observatory Community, a Brock University public policy think tank.

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Have a Burning Question?

In the past 10 years, we have been turning stories and data from entrepreneurs into actionable insight that fuels innovation, informs policy, and supports the growth of startups and scaleups.

We now apply the same level of research rigour to help answer questions about your organization or industry, shape a program, refine a strategy, or advocate for a cause.

Whether you're a corporation, incubator, angel group, nonprofit, or government organization, you will benefit from early access to findings, custom briefings, and co-branded publications.

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Research that Moves the Needle