Projects 

    CCBR typically has 15-20 ongoing projects and has completed over 450 projects since 1982. Each project is guided by our commitment to impacting social change in practical and powerful ways. We conduct research with people not on people, cultivating respect with communities at every step of the process.

    Projects can be searched for using words from the project title or using the service area, theme, or date range for the project. You can also type 'Service Area' or 'Theme' into the search bar to get a list of options in each of these fields.

    Projects

    9132_ Exploring the Community Impact of Alleged Hate-Motivated Crimes

    The main purpose of the research was to better understand the impact of alleged hate motivated crimes on the community as a whole. The study focused on particular communities impacted by particular hate incidents and was not an attempt to examine the public opinion regarding hate crime in general. This research was funded by the Department of Justice Canada.

    9143_ Analysis and Reporting for Recovery-Focused Organizational Change Initiatives – North Carolina

    An online survey was constructed, and an analysis done of a cultural community survey for organizations connected to Piedmont Behavioural Healthcare in North Carolina. This study was funded by WLT Consulting.

    9144_ Analysis and Reporting for Recovery-Focused Organizational Change Initiatives – Pittsburgh and Philadelphia

    An online survey was constructed, and analysis of organizational change was undertaken regarding recovery practices in six mental health agencies in Pittsburgh, PA and three mental health agencies in Philadelphia, PA. This study was funded by WLT Consulting.

    9156_ Information Gathering for an Outreach Van in Waterloo Region

    CCBR gathered information from other communities that had implemented an outreach vehicle program for a funding proposal. This study was funded by Kitchener Downtown Community Health Centre.

    9162_ Research Agenda Development for Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada

    CCBR worked with the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada to develop their national research agenda.

    9169_ Building Capacity for Community-Based Research in Ontario’s Northern First Nations

    In this SSHRC-funded project, CCBR worked with Tikanagan Child and Family Services to build internal research capacity and develop a long-term research agenda.

    9170_ Engaging Youth from Diverse Ethno-Cultural Communities: A Working Model for Ontario

    CCBR explored volunteer experiences of diverse ethno-cultural youth in Waterloo Region, the perceptions, and values that they and their communities have about volunteerism and strategies on how to strengthen their engagement. In year two, the new strategies to strengthen ethno-culturally diverse youth volunteerism and the effectiveness of the community conference to raise awareness about the topic were evaluated.

    9173_ Analysis of Autism Spectrum Disorder Client Pathway

    CCBR analyzed pathways to service for children and youth with autism and recommended changes. This study was funded by the Ontario Ministry of Children and Youth Services. 

    9183_ Addressing Homelessness in Hamilton
    CCBR designed a survey to gather feedback on Hamilton’s strategic plan to address homelessness, including an analysis of outcomes and preparation of a descriptive report on the findings.
    9186_ Pre-Arrival Immigrant Information

    This project, completed in collaboration with the Chartwell Group, identified pre-arrival services tailored to the needs of potential immigrants that will facilitate their entry into Ontario’s labour market and the broader community. The project was funded by the Ontario Ministry of Citizenship and Immigration via Chartwell Inc.

    9189_ Brant Response to Violence Everywhere (BRAVE)

    This environmental scan and action planning project explored the patterns of domestic violence in Brantford and the County of Brant and identified options for action. The project was funded by Nova Vita Domestic Violence Prevention Services.

    9190_ Identifying the Keys to Success: A Participatory Review of a Community-Based Approach to Empowerment of Consumer-Survivors through Creative Expression

    A two-year project engaged Spark of Brilliance participants and stakeholders in Guelph, Orangeville, and Fergus in defining success, understanding the outcomes and experiences of participants and other stakeholders, and identifying the common elements of successful Spark of Brilliance initiatives.