Our path to a sustainable future is full of nuance, experimentation and learning. Within that complexity is a richness of opportunity but only if we create the right conditions.
That starts by making sure you have the right people in the room.
With 15 years of experience working at the intersection of industry, Indigenous organizations, and governments, Ishka Consulting knows how to meet ambition with pragmatism and ensure measurable, meaningful, and durable outcomes.
As team players and strategic advisors, we can help you build the relationships and inclusive processes you need to realize your goals.
ERIN ELLIS
Ishka consulting is run by Erin Ellis in partnership with a network of associates. Erin joins or leads project teams as a dedicated consultant with over 15 years of experience working on sustainability issues, in partnership with Indigenous communities and organizations across Canada.
Having worked in the Arctic, Ontario, and on the West Coast, Erin has facilitated innovative projects focused on natural resource management, environmental protection and Indigenous self-determination. Her collaborative approach fosters lasting connections that drive positive change, creating opportunities and enhancing skills and resources within remote communities.
Meet the world in its complexity
Trusted by Leaders
Erin is an absolute delight to work with. She is smart, articulate and can move easily between community and corporate worlds. She helps turn ideas into practical processes and policies. Her collaborative
approach, “can-do” attitude allows her to build trust and momentum to move things forward. She has quickly become my go-to consultant.
Udloriak Hanson – Vice President, Community and Strategic Development, Baffinland Iron Mines
Erin is a gifted community organizer, policy expert in Arctic shipping, and has an impressive record of impact solving complex problems facing coastal Indigenous communities.
Louie Porta – Program Director, Arctic Ocean Initiative, Gordon and Betty Moor Foundation
Erin is a natural born convenor, facilitator, integrator, analysts and communicator. Driving and adapting to change in an inclusive and interdisciplinary manner, Erin embraces and simplifies complexity, builds consensus, leading to sustainable and lasting solutions. A pleasure to work with.
