INTRODUCTION TO PROJECT EVALUATION

EVALUATION APPROACH

The evaluation approach to EOED Kjipuktuk-Halifax is based on a framework developed in January 2021. It focuses on the four guiding research and development components introduced by Participatory Canada for the purpose of adaptation and learning on a national level. They are Feasibility, Inclusivity, Value Creation, and Viability. We added a fifth component, Advancement of Reconciliation, to solidify and maintain our commitment to reconciliation throughout every phase of the project, and to educate all involved in the history, culture, and traditions of Indigenous Peoples.

In the spirit of reconciliation, the Participatory City research and development components have been translated into the Mi’kmaw language.

FEASIBILITY KETANTOQ ~ STRIVE TO OBTAIN INCLUSIVITY TOQOLUKWEJIK ~ WORK TOGETHER VALUE CREATION KSITE’TAQAN ~ SOMETHING CHERISHED VIABILITY NIMJI’MUATL ~ SUPPORT, ENCOURAGE ADVANCEMENT OF RECONCILIATION NESTU’ET AQQ TETAPU’LATL ~ BECOME KNOWLEDGEABLE AND DO RIGHT BY

To support the evaluation process and the Lead Evaluator in her learning journey, we formed an Evaluation Working Group (EWG), which included experts and professionals with extensive evaluation experience. The primary function of the EWG was to support the Evaluation Lead by offering input and suggestions throughout the process. We held three online meetings during the pilot phase. Regular check-ins with the Inspiring Communities Director of Research and Evaluation provided additional support, offered further insight and expertise, and provided an opportunity to address any evaluation concerns with the pilot.