global FRAMEWORKS Ltd. is a Vancouver-based consultancy that specializes in community and organizational planning, stakeholder engagement, research and project management. We work with clients in the private, public and not-for-profit sectors to build capacity, identify opportunities and devise innovative solutions.
Established in 2000, gF has a well-earned reputation for achieving results. We take a collaborative, results-based approach to our clients. Our success comes from our experience, our ability to lead and work well with others and an overriding commitment to quality and excellence.
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What We Do
global FRAMEWORKS Ltd. works with organizations and communities at all stages of the planning and solutions-building process - defining the problem or need, identifying opportunities, addressing challenges and building on strengths. We delineate responsibilities and formulate solutions. We also implement action plans and evaluate results. Our services in this capacity can be grouped into five main categories:
Some of our Projects
Nisga’a Consultations – Westcoast Connector Gas Transmission Project
Worked with members of four Nisga’a villages to organize community meetings in relation…
Building Opportunities for Business Small Grants Program Impact Evaluation
Conducted an impact evaluation of a small grants program aimed at building and attracting…
Clearwater Community Mobility Study
Managed an in depth, three-year community-based mobility assessment to build an…
Community Indicators
gF has been engaged on various community indicator initiatives, consulting communities…
WestGrid Strategic Planning Process
Designed and facilitated a strategic planning/change management process…
Education for Quality Improvements in Patient Care
Chaired the working group, advised on stakeholder/partner communications and…
BCNET Strategic Planning
Collaborated with Catherine Holt of Sage Group Management Consultants to design…
Clearwater Community Mobility Study
Managed an in depth, three-year community-based mobility assessment to build an…
Vanderhoof Housing Needs Assessment
Developed community and housing profiles for the District of Vanderhoof, BC and conducted…
Thompson Rivers University Administration-Finance Strategic Planning
Designed and facilitated a strategic planning process with the TRU Admin-Finance leadership…
Yukon Public Service Employment Diversity Program
Provided strategic advice and communications support to Ministry staff in crafting a proposal…
Pacifica Treatment Centre Policy Review and Development
Undertook a review of organizational policies and procedures, updated and developed…
Fort St. James Economic Action Plan
Worked with the community of Fort St. James, BC and members of the Nak’azdli First Nations…
BC Ministry of Health Special Projects
Clare was brought in to manage several priority projects and change initiatives in health,…
Tsawwassen First Nations Policy Development
Developed several policies for TFN self-governance including policies for HR, financial…
Mount Waddington Youth Housing Study & Community Consultation
Designed and implemented community consultations to identify priorities, opportunities…
VGH Mental Health Collaborative Care
Managed a project involving a multidisciplinary team of physicians, health professionals…
Network for the Sharing of Canadian Incident Information and Data
Facilitated a consultative process with a national network of government agencies,…
Achieving Building Safety Feasibility Assessment
Conducted a feasibility assessment for a new line of business for the BC Safety Authority,…
SFU Capital Plan & Campus Master Plan
Coordinated input from various university departments to write the Five Year SFU Capital…
Northern BC Housing Study
Researched and produced a publication series examining the key trends, opportunities…
Alberta Safety Codes Regulatory Policy Change Consultation
Designed and executed an extensive consultation with the aim of determining the…
Vancouver Regional Urban Observatory
Served as Project Manager for RVu, Vancouver’s site for the global network of urban…
Director of Government Relations for Spectra Energy West
Managed government relations for the largest fully integrated natural gas collection,…
Foreign Land Ownership Policy Review
Conducted an international review of policies and approaches from around the world aimed…
Measuring Up Guide Consultations & Update
Conducted province-wide stakeholder consultations and implementing changes for a…
West Coast LEAF Feasibility Assessment of a Gender-Audit Social Enterprise
Conducted a feasibility assessment for a social enterprise to deliver gender-audit type…