Our Portfolio

While we are proud of all the work we do at Sa̱nala, we are thrilled to feature these three projects that collectively showcase the quality and range of our Indigenous planning work. Whether we are coordinating large in-person or virtual events for Indigenous people to come together and plan for our future, or we’re working with mission-driven Indigenous organizations to clarify their purpose and priorities, we centre Indigenous self-determination at every step.

For more examples of our work, please visit the project directory.

IMPAC5 Indigenous Pavilion, designed by Sa̱nala and NEM, built by Skyline Productions with art from Calvin Charlie-Dawson and Kelly Cannell

Indigenous IMPAC5

IMPAC5, the Fifth International Marine Protected Areas Congress, took place from February 3 to 9, 2023 in xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) territory, Vancouver, BC. The Congress was a global forum that brought together ocean conservation professionals and high-level officials to inform, inspire and act on ocean conservation through marine protected areas. Sa̱nala (formerly Alderhill Planning) convened the IMPAC5 Indigenous Working Group, made up of representatives from First Nations and Indigenous-serving organizations across the country. Together, Sa̱nala and the Indigenous Working Group co-developed a series of culturally appropriate and inclusive Indigenous-led events and activities, open to over 450 Indigenous delegates.

Read the Indigenous IMPAC5 2023 summary report for more information on the events and activities or visit the project page.

CFN-GBI Strategic Plan Excerpt 
CFN-GBI Strategic Plan Excerpt

Coastal First Nations Great Bear Initiative Strategic Plan 2021-2026

Sa̱nala Planning (formerly Alderhill Planning) facilitated and developed CFN-GBI’s most recent 5-year strategic plan. The plan was developed through an iterative process that included a wide range of engagement methods: virtual planning sessions, meetings, and one-on-one conversations, as well as questionnaires and worksheets. The CFN-GBI Board of Directors directed the planning process, with input from Staff, Program Managers, and Stewardship Directors. The strategic plan includes a vision, an updated mission, and five high-level goals to guide the work of the organization. Each goal is supported by three to five objectives to guide the organization’s actions as they work to achieve their goals. An operational plan was developed as a companion document to the strategic plan to further support staff connect their day-to-day work to the broader, more visionary strategic plan.

CAS - Zine Back Cover 
CAS - Zine Back Cover

BC Climate Action Secretariat – Indigenous Engagement

Sa̱nala Planning (formerly Alderhill Planning) has been working closely with the Climate Action Secretariat (CAS) since 2021, providing logistical, facilitation, engagement, research, and writing support on a number of Indigenous-specific climate initiatives. Highlights of our work with CAS include: