IONS is situated in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaw people. Unceded means that the Mi’kmaq have never relinquished, sold, traded, or transferred ownership of their land to European settler colonies, yet land was taken over without their consent through various processes of settler colonialism. This territory is covered by the Treaties of Peace and Friendship, which the Mi’kmaq and Wolastoqiyik people first signed with the British Crown in 1726. These Treaties did not involve the surrendering of rights to the lands and resources they had traditionally used and occupied. We are all Treaty People.

We further acknowledge that Nova Scotia is the birthplace of Black culture and heritage in Canada. People of African descent have shared these lands for over 400 years, and over 50 strong and resourceful African Nova Scotian communities exist here today.

We are committed to the struggle against systems of oppression that have resulted in profound inequities and the denial of self-determination rights. We are working actively to deepen our learning at an individual level, provide learning opportunities about anti-racism and decolonization, and to develop partnerships with organizations serving and led by underrepresented groups.
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  • Carole Spicer / Spicer Facilitation

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    Carole R. Spicer, owner and principal consultant of Spicer Facilitation, brings over 30 years of experience in facilitation, leadership development, and community engagement across public, private, and community sectors. A certified master trainer, she is recognized for creating safe, respectful, and well‑structured environments that support open dialogue on complex or emotionally sensitive topics. Carole has significant experience working with Indigenous communities, including Qalipu First Nation and the Nunatsiavut Government, ensuring culturally grounded, trust‑based engagement. She is also a pre-qualified supplier with the Government of Canada through ProServices and TSPS, reflecting her proven ability to meet federal professional service standards.

    Carole R. Spicer is a keynote speaker and certified master facilitator who brings heart, humor, and hard-won wisdom to every stage. Known for her powerful storytelling and warm presence, Carole inspires audiences to lead with resilience, authenticity, and purpose—especially when the path forward is uncertain.
    Her signature talks — including The Strength Beneath the Surface and Unexpected Entrepreneur — explore the transformative power of adversity. Drawing from her own journey through personal crisis and professional upheaval, Carole shares how she became an unexpected entrepreneur and built a thriving consultancy by embracing change and leaning into community.

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