- Designed and developed a briefing for staff on Canada’s science and technology and innovation ecosystem for the Auditor General
- Conducted a comprehensive study of Canada’s research capacity related to space activities and how it could be enhanced to support the sector for the Canadian Space Agency
- Provided an analysis of social sciences relevant to defence and security for Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC)
- Conducted a review of outreach activities for the IDEaS program for DRDC.
- Studied how to attract the Canadian innovation community to participate in the IDEaS program for DRDC
- Analyzed links between workplace skills training and productivity for Employment and Social Development Canada
- Produced a report on a global innovation strategy to help Canadian industry access global markets for Global Affairs Canada
- Conducted an assessment of strategic policy issues in the health portfolio for Health Canada
- Assessed federal and provincial spending in the higher education sector, including programs like CFI, Genome Canada, and NSERC for Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
- Analyzed the impact of the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act on clean fuel production and use in Canada (2023) for Natural Resources Canada
Policy & Economic
Impact Analysis
We help governments and organizations evaluate the real-world impact of policies, programs, and investments. From economic analysis to strategic policy reviews, our work translates complexity into clarity, so leaders can make informed, future-focused decisions.
What We Do
Our policy and economic analysis services support evidence-based decision-making. We evaluate performance, identify system-level effects, and provide actionable recommendations—always rooted in data, designed for context, and structured for impact.
Client Benefits:
- Confidence in funding and policy decisions
- Clear evidence to support or refine initiatives
- Better outcomes through system-aware analysis
Our Areas of Expertise
- Policy and program impact analysis
- Economic evaluation and forecasting
- Cost–benefit and value-for-money assessments
- Cross-jurisdictional and international benchmarking
- Science, technology, and innovation policy review
- Strategic options analysis and scenario planning
Success We’ve Achieved:
Why Global Advantage Consulting?
20+ years of experience
20+ years of experience supporting evidence-based decision-making across Canada’s innovation and economic development landscape
Proven expertise
Proven expertise in mapping, data analysis, and visualization across sectors including health, AI, defence, clean tech, agriculture, and more
Trusted by our clients
Trusted by government departments, research councils, and innovation programs at both national and regional levels
Insight by design
A unique combination of consulting insight, systems thinking, and visual design—turning data into actionable strategy
Let’s Build Better Strategy Together
Whether you’re shaping national programs, redesigning internal processes, or aligning cross-sector partnerships, we can help.
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