Toolkits for First Nations
Self-serve toolkits for communities that want to start the work themselves, from $1,500 CAD.
First Nations Connectivity Readiness Toolkit
- Site and service inventory template: centralize contracts, costs, and current connection types across all community sites.
- Facility needs assessment: identify actual bandwidth and operational requirements site by site.
- Reliability and outage log: track downtime to enforce provider service level agreements.
First Nations IT/OT Systems Toolkit
- Systems and asset inventory template: catalogue hardware, software, licences, and infrastructure in one centralized record.
- IT/OT mapping worksheet: trace where administrative IT networks connect to physical infrastructure systems.
- Risk and single-point-of-failure checklist: pinpoint operational bottlenecks, exposure, and system vulnerabilities.
Indigenous Data Governance and Digital Sovereignty Toolkit
- Data governance framework: strategic guidelines grounded in OCAP® principles to define data ownership and authority.
- Data inventory template: map where sensitive member, land, and operational data is stored, and who controls it.
- Data-sharing checklist: the key criteria to review before signing research, funding, or inter-organizational agreements.
These templates are professionally drafted business documents and do not constitute legal advice or engineering design. For legal review, please consult independent counsel.
How it works
01Choose your toolkitReview our available options, connectivity readiness, IT/OT systems, or data governance, to select the one that fits your immediate needs.
Whether you are preparing a funding application, securing physical infrastructure, or asserting control over community data, you can start with a single toolkit or combine them to address overlapping goals.
02Reach outConnect with our team to start the conversation.
Fill out a short online form or send us an email. There is no obligation at this stage. Just let us know which toolkit you are considering, your project timeframe, and any specific questions you have.
03Scoping callWe host a short introductory call to align on goals and expectations.
In 30 to 45 minutes we review your community’s specific context, identify key team members such as band managers, IT leads or public works staff, confirm timelines, and make sure you have chosen the right toolkit for your objectives.
04We gather the factsWe collect and organize your operational details using structured templates.
Using our pre-built worksheets and questionnaires, we gather your existing contracts, site assets, network maps, and vendor agreements. We work directly with your designated point of contact to keep this step as simple and efficient as possible.
05Benchmark against standardsWe evaluate your information against proven industry benchmarks and frameworks.
We review your inventory and documentation against vendor practices, recognized technical standards, and governance principles such as OCAP®. We identify hidden costs, operational risks, coverage gaps, and single points of failure that need attention.
06Your findingsYou receive a comprehensive, plain-language final report.
We deliver a document that translates complex technical detail into practical advice. Your report includes clear summaries for leadership, actionable recommendations, and pre-formatted documentation ready to submit for grants, council reviews, or vendor negotiations.