About

Our Story

Seven Generations Analytics Inc. was founded by Shawn Blankinship, an Nlaka’pamux finance and analytics professional (MBA, CPA, CA) and published academic scholar, to bridge the gap between Indigenous data and real-world decision-making.

Shawn began his career in accounting, earning his CPA while working closely with clients from the private sector, First Nations governments, Nation-owned businesses, and the not-for-profit sector. Through this experience, he saw the immense potential of financial data—especially when linked with socioeconomic datasets and community outcomes—to tell powerful stories and guide better decisions.

His graduate research deepened this perspective, identifying key Indigenous fiscal policies and their links to measurable outcomes. This work led to two peer-reviewed publications that advanced Indigenous values and perspectives within the field of data and policy research.

As Data & Analytics Manager at the First Nations Financial Management Board, Shawn established a national Statistical Initiative and built a data and analytics team focused on breaking down barriers that had long limited access to critical datasets. Under his leadership, new tools and insights helped First Nations governments use data to plan strategically and strengthen financial governance.

With much progress achieved, Shawn realized that a dedicated, independent firm could go even further—serving Indigenous governments and organizations, federal and provincial departments, industry, and researchers alike. Seven Generations Analytics Inc. was created to make Indigenous data more accessible, ethical, and actionable—empowering all partners to use evidence to improve outcomes for Indigenous people and communities across Turtle Island.

By unlocking the value of data, we can all contribute to advancing economic reconciliation — where governments create better policy, industry strengthens relationships and services for Indigenous communities, and researchers generate knowledge that benefits all. Seven Generations Analytics Inc. exists to make this vision a reality!

Clients We Serve

At Seven Generations Analytics Inc., we connect and transform diverse datasets — financial, demographic, social, economic, and geospatial — into clear, actionable insights. Our integrated approach makes high-quality data accessible for decision-making across sectors while ensuring Indigenous data is respected, contextualized, and aligned with community priorities.

Indigenous Governments and Organizations

Many Indigenous governments face barriers accessing and using the large public datasets that shape federal and provincial decision-making. We help overcome these challenges by providing secure, easy-to-use access to integrated data systems — empowering communities with insights for fiscal planning, community wellbeing, and long-term governance.

Researchers and Academic Institutions

We provide researchers with structured access to public Indigenous data, along with the context and analytics support needed to produce high-quality, ethical research. Our integrated datasets enable deeper exploration of trends in Indigenous economies, social outcomes, and community development.

Federal and Provincial Governments

We support public-sector partners in building more responsive, evidence-based policy and program evaluation. By connecting national Indigenous and socioeconomic datasets, we help governments measure outcomes, improve collaboration, and better understand the factors that drive community wellbeing and reconciliation.

Other Partners and Collaborators

We welcome partnerships with any organization, institution, or initiative that seeks to create positive change for Indigenous peoples. Whether through data-driven program design, community engagement, or collaborative analysis, we work with those who share our commitment to using data ethically and effectively to advance Indigenous wellbeing and self-determination.

Industry and Corporate Partners

We work with industry partners to help them understand and serve Indigenous communities more effectively. By connecting public data with community-level insights, we help businesses evaluate impact, improve service delivery, facilitate use of data in AI development, and demonstrate meaningful contributions to reconciliation and shared prosperity.

Leadership in Indigenous Data, Analytics, and Policy

At Seven Generations Analytics Inc., our work is shaped by the leadership and vision of founder Shawn Blankinship, who has played a pivotal role in advancing Indigenous data, analytics, and policy across Canada and internationally. Shawn’s expertise is recognized through a record of influential research, thought leadership, and professional service.

Research & Academic Contributions


Thought Leadership & Speaking Engagements

  • Speaker at COP15 in Montreal, addressing sustainability issues that impact First Nations.
  • Panelist at the Land Claims Agreements Coalition Annual 2024 Conference, discussing First Nations socioeconomic wellbeing.
  • Panelist at Adaptation Futures 2023 Conference, contributing to the session “Making nature count for adaptation – Global, national and local action to value services provided by nature.”
  • Active member, Canadian Wellbeing Knowledges Network — supporting wellbeing research and knowledge-sharing ( learn more).
  • Regular contributor and advisor on Indigenous data, policy, and wellbeing at national and international forums.


Professional Service & Advisory Roles

  • Commissioner, The Value Commission (associated with the Capitals Coalition) — advancing the integration of diverse values in decision-making ( learn more).
  • Member, IFRS Sustainability Reference Group — contributing to global sustainability reporting standards ( learn more).
  • Incoming Board Member, Calgary Chapter of CPAs — supporting leadership in the accounting profession.


Our philosophy

Guided by the vision of seven generations

At Seven Generations Analytics Inc., our work is grounded in Indigenous values and guided by the principle of seven generations. We believe that data, when governed responsibly and used with integrity, has the power to strengthen decision-making across Indigenous governments, public institutions, and industry. Through collaboration, respect, and innovation, we transform data into insight—advancing reconciliation, supporting community wellbeing, and creating measurable impact for generations to come.

Vision

A future where Indigenous data informs meaningful action—empowering governments, industry, and communities to make evidence-based decisions that foster prosperity, reconciliation, and long-term wellbeing for generations to come.

Mission

To make Indigenous data accessible, trustworthy, and transformative.

We provide secure, analytics-driven solutions that help Indigenous governments, public institutions, and industry partners turn complex data into clear insights—supporting stronger governance, improved services, and sustainable outcomes guided by the values of seven generations.

Value

  1. Respect and Reciprocity – We honour Indigenous knowledge systems and data governance principles, ensuring that our work strengthens relationships and benefits Indigenous people and communities.
  2. Integrity – We uphold the highest standards of professionalism, transparency, and accountability in every analysis and partnership.
  3. Collaboration – We believe lasting progress is achieved through partnership — working together across governments, Indigenous organizations, academia, and industry.
  4. Innovation – We embrace modern tools and methodologies to make complex data accessible and actionable for real-world decision-making.
  5. The Seven Generations Principle – We look beyond the present, grounding every decision, partnership, and dataset we steward in a long-term vision that honours past, present, and future generations.


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Seven Generations Analytics Inc. is grateful to the Treaty 7 First Nations for our ability to live, work, and play in this beautiful territory. With much gratitude and respect we acknowledge the ancestral home, cultures, and teachings of the Treaty 7 signatories, which includes the Siksika Nation, Piikani Nation, Kainai Nation, the Stoney Nakoda Nation, and the people of the Tsuut’ina Nation.