Selected Projects
Rooted in evidence.
Co-created for impact.
These projects illustrate the types of evaluation, research, and strategic support provided to foundations, government agencies, and community organizations. These mandates involve a range of methods, including program evaluation, participatory research, literature reviews, and the development of monitoring and learning systems.
Developing a Monitoring System for Housing Services
Christine Stich
We are partnering with the women’s shelter Le Chaînon to develop a monitoring and reporting system that strengthens program planning and decision-making. Working closely with program staff and management, the project integrates intake and exit data into a shared framework that reflects frontline realities. The system focuses on practical indicators, such as length of stay (LoS) and occupancy rates, that teams can use without increasing administrative burden. By turning operational data into accessible insights, the project helps track trends, anticipate pressures on services, and communicate impact to funders and partners.
Participatory Research on Homelessness Prevention Among Young Mothers
Christine Stich, Laurence Roy, & Cécile Arbaud
This research project explored how services can better support young mothers at risk of homelessness. Using a participatory approach, the project engaged young mothers, service providers, and community organizations to better understand the challenges they face and the supports that can make a difference. Interviews and collaborative discussions helped identify gaps in services and opportunities for earlier intervention. The findings contributed to a deeper understanding of pathways into homelessness and informed recommendations for strengthening prevention efforts.
Co-Designing an Evaluation Plan with Dans la Rue
Christine Stich, Racha Lakrouf & Dans la Rue
In 2022, we partnered with Dans la Rue, a Montreal nonprofit supporting youth experiencing homelessness, to design an evaluation plan for their intervention program. The program offers emergency shelter, outreach, housing, and daily support to improve young people’s quality of life and autonomy.
Working closely with staff, managers, and youth, we co-developed a participatory framework to examine access, service use, and outcomes across program components such as the Bunker (emergency shelter), day centre, housing units, and outreach services.
The process gave youth and frontline staff a voice in shaping how services will be assessed and improved, laying the groundwork for future evaluation and stronger, more responsive supports for young people.
Literature Review on Supports for Youth in Housing Programs
Christine Stich, Racha Lakrouf, & Juliane Moreau
This project involved a rapid review of research and practice-based evidence on housing and support services for youth experiencing housing instability. The review synthesized findings from academic literature and program reports to identify promising approaches and key lessons for service providers. The work aimed to support program development and inform strategic planning by bringing together existing knowledge on interventions that help young people achieve housing stability.
Evaluation of the Nico-Bar Tobacco Prevention Initiative
Christine Stich & Emmanuelle Batisse
This project evaluated the Nico-Bar pilot initiative, which aimed to prevent smoking initiation among young adults through peer engagement and community outreach. The evaluation examined program implementation, participant engagement, and early outcomes using a combination of program data, interviews, and document review. Findings provided insights into how the initiative was delivered and identified opportunities to strengthen future prevention efforts.
Evaluating Québec's Text-Messaging Quit Service (SMAT)
Christine Stich & Benoit Lasnier
This evaluation examined the implementation and early outcomes of the SMAT text-messaging program designed to support smoking cessation. The project analyzed program data and participant experiences to assess reach, engagement, and potential effectiveness. The findings helped inform improvements to the program and contributed to broader learning about the use of digital tools to support smoking cessation.
