Trailmark Systems – Every Thing Connected

Software and research for land, water and knowledge stewardship

Trailmark works with Indigenous communities to preserve and mobilize knowledge—across generations, territories, and decision-making tables.

We strengthen data sovereignty, support informed decision-making, and uphold Indigenous rights by making land, culture, and history visible, usable, and protected.

What We Do

Tools and research services to increase the visibility of Indigenous knowledge, experience, and priorities in environmental impact assessments, cumulative  assessments, and regulatory processes;
Tools and support for community-led monitoring, data management,  and research;
Secure digital infrastructure to uphold data sovereignty and repatriate cultural materials;
Research and facilitation services for land claims, policy development, environmental and heritage stewardship, and reconciliation processes.

Testimonials

“Trailmark software is really one of a kind. It’s such a unique, useful tool for recording Traditional Ecological knowledge and for interviewing elders.”

– Victoria Winsor-Potts, Temagami First Nation

"Trailmark staff are interested in creating new things, and they are just good problem solvers."

– Megan Williams, Vuntut Gwitchin First Nation

"I had enough faith in the company that I got Trailmark to design our safe forage food app, which is now gaining traction in the forest industry and oil and gas industry."."

– Nathan Prince, McLoud Lake Indian Band

"We wanted something that would work for our communities that have varying levels of technical expertise, and we have it."

– Jordan Bromley, Q'ul-lhanumutsun Aquatic Resources Society

“Trailmark staff are very competent; they know what they’re doing. They have a lot of experience with different areas and different parts of the country. The team is professional and dedicated to delivering services that meet the needs of communities. We are grateful for their ongoing guidance, in-kind support, and training over the years."

– Jessica Smart, North Slave Metis Alliance

"I just really like the general demeanor of the staff that I’ve worked with from Trailmark. They come into meetings and they provide good information. They are helpful, respectful; they are really considerate. The attention to detail is really awesome. The commitment, amazing. All of that."

– Tamara Fraser, Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada

Philosophy and Values

Every part of our work reflects the belief that everything is connected: people, knowledge, land, and systems.

Our philosophy is grounded in respect for Indigenous governance, data sovereignty, and knowledge systems.

We believe that Indigenous knowledge must inform the decisions that shape territories, policies, and futures. We know that sustainable, equitable outcomes in environmental management depend on inclusive, community-led processes rooted in innovation. These principles guide our relationships, our research, and our technology. They live in our platform and our practice, shaping how we listen, collaborate, and support self-determined decision-making.

Knowledge Sovereignty

We support Indigenous communities in leading their own research, data governance, and decision-making processes. Both our consulting services and our software are designed to ensure communities control the data that’s collected, how it’s stored, who can access it, and how it’s used.

Respect for Diverse Ways of Knowing

Accountability to Community

Capacity Building

Integrity in Research and Practice

Practical Innovation

Every Thing Connected

What We Do

Testimonials

Philosophy and Values

Every part of our work reflects the belief that everything is connected: people, knowledge, land, and systems.

Our philosophy is grounded in respect for Indigenous governance, data sovereignty, and knowledge systems.

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