Our Goals

  • Form and foster a collaborative team with equal contributions making a substantial difference to research/service in the community, enriching education, leadership development and livelihood possibilities.

  • Accept diverse opinions and ideas while professionally resolving conflicts and differing personalities to ensure the smooth operation of credible research.

  • Lead and orchestrate meaningful and impactful research findings towards human and planetary well-being.

  • Illustrate sustainability improvements across both the campus and community through collaboration with interdisciplinary faculty and community members.

  • Develop mentor-mentee relationships to adequately utilize various strengths, enhancing the quality of solutions.

  • Unveil new and innovative ideas regarding future improvements, direction, policy changes and objectives of research around regenerative practices.

 Algoma BRIDGE Lab Core Values

Because our work is inherently collaborative, these values are crucial at every stage of the process—across disciplines, cultures, and communities—as they strengthen healthy relationships (including with oneself), build trust, and ultimately enhance the relevance, legitimacy, and impact of our work. 

    • Participating in active listening while valuing, inquiring, and giving thanks for other opinions, ideas, and perspectives

    • Asking before giving feedback and caring for shared spaces and resources

    • Approaching disagreements with curiosity, empathy, and a desire to understand

    • Suspending judgment, and speaking with kindness and positivity

    • Supporting each other's growth and well-being while using a strength based approach

    • Fostering a brave space of inclusivity where everyone feels welcomed and valued

    • Encouraging equal participation, sharing ideas openly, building connections, and uplifting team goals beyond individual interests

    • Being open to constructive criticism, and engaging with others to foster a supportive community

    • Promoting a growth mindset and open-mindedness

    • Being upfront and honest in communication even about mistakes or challenges

    • Embracing new ideas, maintaining integrity, and building trust through transparency and accountability