ISN Maskwa (ISN-M)
ISN Maskwa (ISN-M), Canada’s first Indigenous Emergency Operations Centre, leads in training and deploying Indigenous Peoples for emergency response and specialized initiatives. A collaboration between Investigative Solutions Network (ISN) and the Missanabie Cree Business Corporation (MCBC), ISN-M works extensively with Indigenous leaders and communities, fostering valuable relationships and delivering culturally grounded, impactful solutions.
Organization
ISN-M
Initial Timeline
2 weeks
Engagement
Fixed Fee
Services
Website Design
Website Development
Technology
WordPress
The Challenge.
ISN Maskwa sought a website that could embody their vision and purpose while achieving their goals. They needed a dynamic, feature-rich, and intuitive platform to unify the distinct identities of ISN and MCBC into a cohesive brand, thoughtfully honoring and integrating Indigenous cultural values. The ultimate goal was to deepen connections, amplify their mission, and drive a strong impact in the communities they serve—all within a quick turnaround.
Our Strategy.
Troon Technologies undertook a digital transformation of ISN Maskwa’s online presence by creating a powerful, intuitive, and user-friendly platform that authentically embodies their Indigenous-led mission. This transformation enables ISN Maskwa to broaden their reach, optimize their services, and cultivate meaningful change.
Key elements of the platform include:
- Centralized Functionality
A platform that serves as a unified hub for managing partnerships, supporting safety initiatives, and fostering well-being in Indigenous communities.
- Custom Course Module
Designed to manage training programs seamlessly, allowing course uploads, participant limits, and automated user registration lists.
- User-Centric Design
A dynamic yet intuitive interface, ensuring effortless navigation and an enhanced user experience tailored to diverse audience needs.
- Comprehensive Features
Incorporated an array of tools, including blog integration, service listings, and newsletter subscription to enhance engagement and communication.
Final Design.
We are pleased with the outstanding work the Troon Technologies team of developers have conducted for our ISN Maskwa website. From the initial concept to the final product, they were able to build our site from the ground up, turning our vision into a seamless, fully functional platform. Their expertise in web development is unmatched, and we couldn’t be more satisfied with the result.
What sets this team apart is their commitment to ongoing support. Even after the launch, they’ve been there for us every step of the way, consistently offering quick, helpful responses whenever we needed assistance. Whether it’s a minor update or a further development, their attention to detail and professionalism shine through in everything they do.
Their ability to not only create but also enhance and maintain our website has been invaluable to our company. We highly recommend their services to anyone looking for a reliable, knowledgeable, and dedicated team to build and support their website.
Brooke McIntosh
Operations Coordinator, ISN Maskwa
Conclusion
The reimagined ISN-M website acts as a powerful catalyst for meaningful connections, amplifying their mission to empower Indigenous communities. To date, over 500 Indigenous members have been trained, with 75% successfully deployed or excelling in careers with tribal councils, bands, and agencies.
