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Sectors we serve

25 years of work across BC and Canada has given us deep experience in the specific cultures, regulatory environments, and human dynamics of each of these sectors.

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Government & Public Sector

Municipal, Provincial and Federal Governments

We have worked with the BC Public Service Agency, the Government of Canada, and dozens of Crown corporations, municipalities, and agencies. Government investigations and mediations operate within specific frameworks of labour law, collective agreements, and public accountability.

Municipal government servicesCrown corporation services

Investigations

Harassment and misconduct investigations under collective agreements and public-sector policy.

Labour mediation

Workplace disputes, grievance mediation, and labour relations support.

Leadership training

Training and coaching for public-sector managers and executives.

Strategic planning

Facilitated planning for agencies, departments, and boards.

"Excellent material delivered in an informative and entertaining manner. Look forward to continuing to work with The Neutral Zone."

Debbie Neergard, Director HR · Western Diversification Canada
Government & Public Sector
Healthcare
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Healthcare

Health authorities, hospitals, and community health

Healthcare workplaces combine high stress, hierarchical structures, and clinical culture in ways that create distinctive HR and conflict challenges. TNZ has worked with BC health authorities, Ontario hospitals, and community health organizations across Canada.

Learn more about healthcare workplace conflict

Clinical team dynamics

Assessment and resolution of conflict in multidisciplinary clinical teams.

Harassment investigations

Formal investigations in clinical, administrative, and leadership contexts.

Vicarious trauma support

Counselling and training for staff managing compassion fatigue and burnout.

Respectful workplace training

Evidence-based training on civility and psychological safety.

"You provided enormous support and expertise in resolving conflicts before they got out of control, which saved both time and costs for all parties."

Damian Duffy, Director of Education & Personnel · BC Children's Hospital
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Education

Post-secondary, K–12, and training institutions

TNZ has worked with UBC, SFU, BCIT, Douglas College, Kwantlen, Langara, Royal Roads, and multiple school districts. Education workplaces present specific dynamics: faculty governance, student-staff relationships, and the intersection of academic freedom with respectful workplace obligations.

Learn more about post-secondary services

Workplace investigations

Harassment and misconduct in academic, administrative, and support contexts.

Restorative processes

Restorative justice approaches in K–12 and post-secondary settings.

Leadership training

Development for department heads, deans, and educational administrators.

Team assessment

Culture and climate assessments for academic and administrative units.

"That was the best workshop I attended in a very long time. So personable, knowledgeable, enjoyable, funny, practical and interactive."

Sandy Lapsky, Administrator · University of British Columbia
Education
First Nations
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First Nations

First Nations governance and community organizations

TNZ has worked with First Nations governments, bands, and community organizations in BC and Yukon. These engagements require cultural sensitivity, awareness of governance structures specific to First Nations organizations, and the ability to work in geographically remote settings.

Governance investigations

Impartial investigations within First Nations governance structures.

Leadership development

Training and coaching for band and community leadership.

Strategic planning

Facilitated planning grounded in community values and priorities.

Conflict resolution

Mediation and facilitation adapted to First Nations community contexts.

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Private Sector

Companies, non-profits, and associations

TNZ works with private-sector employers across industries, from Costco and London Drugs to SNC Lavalin, Teck Resources, and Stingray Radio. Private-sector engagements often require faster timelines, greater confidentiality sensitivity, and the ability to work within cultures where HR infrastructure is limited.

Executive coaching

Coaching and development for senior executives and high-potential leaders.

HR advisory

Strategic HR consulting for organizations without in-house HR capacity.

Team dynamics

Assessment, facilitation, and conflict resolution for management teams.

Whistleblower

Safe reporting for organizations with governance or regulatory obligations.

Private Sector

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We also work with unions, community associations, national professional associations, and family businesses.

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