Why Boreal Compass
The Difference Between Good Advice and Advice That Works
We've built our consulting practice around the things that actually move organizations forward — not around what looks impressive in a pitch deck.
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What You Get with Boreal Compass
Six things we do differently — and why they matter for your organization.
Deep Diagnostic Work
Written, Usable Deliverables
Fixed-Scope Engagements
Strict Confidentiality
Direct Consultant Access
Transparent Pricing
In Depth
Each Benefit, Explained
Professional Expertise You Can Verify
Each Boreal Compass consultant brings a documented background in their area — whether that's organizational behavior, corporate governance, or partnership negotiation. We don't staff engagements with junior consultants using senior billing rates.
- Active membership in the Canadian Association of Management Consultants
- Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD) training and governance frameworks
- Sector experience across private, non-profit, and social enterprise organizations
- Plain-language expertise — no unnecessary jargon or complexity
12+
Years of Combined Consulting Experience
Our team has worked across sectors in BC and across Canada. We know what questions matter in a diagnostic, what makes a board governance structure actually function, and how to read the dynamics in a partnership before they become problems.
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Fixed-Scope Service Engagements
Each of our three services has a defined timeline, deliverables list, and fee structure published up front. You'll know exactly what you're getting — and exactly what it costs — before work begins. No retainer dependency. No vague scope that expands without notice.
A Process Built for Real Organizations
Our methodology was developed through actual client work — not academic frameworks applied wholesale to every situation. Each engagement follows a structured arc, but with enough flexibility to respond to what we actually find.
- Structured intake process to establish context and priorities
- Mid-engagement check-ins to surface concerns early
- Deliverables reviewed with you before finalization
- Post-engagement follow-up included in Board Readiness Program
Direct Access to Your Consultant
You won't navigate an account manager to reach the person doing the work. When you contact us during an engagement, you reach the consultant directly. Questions get answered. Concerns get addressed. You're not left waiting.
- Single point of contact per engagement
- Responses to client inquiries within one business day
- Structured status updates at agreed intervals
- Video calls, phone, and email — whatever works for your team
1 day
Typical Response Time
We know that organizational dynamics don't pause between scheduled check-ins. When something comes up, you should be able to reach us quickly. That's built into how we structure all active engagements.
CAD $225
Starting Price for Organizational Health Check
All fees are published on our solutions page. We don't quote based on how large your organization looks. Pricing reflects the scope of the engagement — and it stays fixed once agreed.
Transparent Fees, No Surprises
Our fee structure reflects the actual work involved, not the maximum a client might be willing to pay. We publish our starting prices because we believe organizations deserve to make informed decisions before a conversation begins.
- Flat-fee engagements — not hourly billing
- All deliverables included in stated fee
- Scope changes discussed openly before additional cost
- Invoice schedule agreed in writing at engagement start
Outcomes Oriented From the Start
Before work begins, we agree on what a meaningful outcome looks like for your organization. We measure our work against that, not against hours billed or slides produced. At the end of each engagement, you have something you can act on.
- Defined success criteria established at project kickoff
- Reports structured around next steps, not just observations
- Honest assessments — including when the picture is complex
- Presentation walkthrough to ensure findings are understood
80+
Organizations That Have Used Our Work
Across non-profits, private companies, and social enterprises — in Vancouver, across BC, and in select locations nationally. Many return for follow-on engagements. That's the outcome we care about most.
How We Compare
Boreal Compass vs. Typical Providers
A straightforward comparison — without naming anyone specifically.
| What to Look For | Boreal Compass | Typical Providers |
|---|---|---|
| Published pricing before first meeting | ||
| Fixed-scope engagements (not open-ended retainers) | ||
| Direct consultant access (no account manager layer) | ||
| Confidentiality protocol reviewed before interviews begin | Varies | |
| Deliverables reviewed before finalization | Rarely | |
| Cross-sector BC experience (private, non-profit, social enterprise) | Varies | |
| Post-engagement follow-up included in fee |
What Sets Us Apart
Our Distinctive Commitments
We Won't Recommend Work We're Not Right For
If the initial conversation suggests that our services aren't a strong fit for what you're facing — whether due to scope, timing, or organizational context — we'll say so. We'd rather point you in a useful direction than proceed for the sake of a contract.
Reports Written for the Leadership Table
Our diagnostic and advisory reports are structured for practical use — not for demonstrating thoroughness. Findings are grouped into themes. Recommendations are sequenced. Length is calibrated to what a leadership team can actually work through in a meeting.
No Subcontracting Without Disclosure
The consultants introduced at project start are the people who do the work. If circumstances require a change, we discuss it with you first. You'll never find out after the fact that someone you haven't met was involved in your engagement.
Returning Clients at Every Tier
Organizations that have worked with us return because the work was worth it — not because we've locked them into an ongoing retainer. Follow-on engagements happen when there's a genuine reason for them. That's a more meaningful endorsement than a long-term contract.
Recognition & Credentials
Professional Standing
Canadian Assoc. of Management Consultants
Active Member · Since 2018
Institute of Corporate Directors (ICD)
Governance Training Certified · 2021
BC Social Enterprise Network
Featured Advisory Partner · 2023
Vancouver Board of Trade
Corporate Member · Since 2020
80+
Organizations Served
94%
Client Satisfaction Rate
12+
Years Combined Experience
60%
Clients Return for Follow-On Work
Take the Next Step
See Whether We're the Right Fit
The initial consultation is a real conversation, not a sales call. Tell us what you're navigating and we'll tell you honestly whether we can help.
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