Methods & Approach – ICASUS
Engagement Strategy
Hybrid Format: All workshops and consultations held in‑person and online to maximize accessibility
for Northern and remote communities.
Equitable Participation: Honoraria and travel subsidies for Indigenous participants; translation into
Inuktitut and other Northern languages where possible.
Validation Loops: Draft deliverables reviewed by Indigenous leaders and DND/CAF officials before
finalization.
Research & Analysis Tools
Qualitative Coding: NVivo used to analyze interviews and workshop data.
Scenario‑Mapping: Futures testing to stress‑test policy options against evolving geopolitical and
climate conditions.
Risk Matrix Development: Linking environmental stressors to sovereignty challenges and defence
readiness.
Knowledge Mobilization
Reports & Briefs: Bilingual, accessible outputs designed for policymakers and communities.
Multimedia: Infographics, workshop clips, podcast‑style discussions, and explainer videos.
Web Hub: Dedicated CRRIC microsite hosting updates, registration, and resources.
Inclusion, GBA+, and Ethics
GBA+: Gender‑balanced recruitment and inclusive facilitation.
OCAP Principles: Indigenous control over data and knowledge.
Youth Pathways: Graduate research assistant integrated into all phases; opportunities for
Indigenous youth to participate and build policy capacity.