Research

In 2011, OSLI and Carleton University undertook research on concepts discussed with all partners, and established best practices.

Part of the joint vision for communities is for youth to be able to move forward with confidence and skill in their chosen life path. The best practices research honed in on the key areas of experiential learning, volunteering and community service, mentoring, and preserving Aboriginal culture.

The research found that current models for capacity growth are often funded and conducted on a project-by-project, company-by-company basis or by educational institutions that focus on a target population. As a result of these findings, OSLI, the communities and key educational institutions will collaborate in 2012 to further explore whole system approaches to capacity growth.