October 13th is International Plain Language day – and we’re celebrating! What is plain language? Plain language is easy to read, understand, and use. When you write in plain language, your reader can understand your message the first time they read it, saving them time and effort. Why is plain language important to Cathexis? At… More
Our newest CE measures up
Congratulations to our team member Megan McGinnis-Dunphy on receiving her Credentialed Evaluator (CE) designation from the Canadian Evaluation Society! Megan is a baker and so we thought this set of measuring cups and spoons to be a fitting symbol of how she has shown that she “measures up” in the five core practice areas that… More
A field trip to Alderville Black Oak Savanna
On August 25, the Cathexis team visited the Alderville Black Oak Savanna. Stewarded by Alderville First Nation, this nature preservation area about 1.5 hours drive from Toronto is the largest intact tract of native grassland in Central Ontario.
Cathexis Turns 20! 🎉
Today we are celebrating a major milestone: it has been 20 years since Cathexis Consulting was founded! In our 20 years, we’ve: Completed over 350 projects Worked with over 200 organizations Mentored dozens of emerging evaluators Contributed to at least 15 annual conferences of the Canadian Evaluation Society Become a Certified B Corporation Honed our… More
ADHD in women and girls: Fast Facts
October is ADHD awareness month! Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) exists in women and girls but often goes unrecognized and undiagnosed, leading to consequences of low self-esteem, substance use challenges, unemployment, and higher rates of mental health challenges, including depression and anxiety. Yet ADHD is the most treatable psychiatric disorder in Canada. Here are some facts you… More
Recognizing the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30th, the first annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Cathexis team honours the lost First Nations, Métis, and Inuit children and survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities. As settlers in treaty lands, we recognize our responsibility to deepen our understanding of this land, honour relations with Indigenous nations, and work to dismantle the settler-colonial structures that continue to oppress Indigenous people. In response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call… More