Who we are:


Simonyan Consulting Inc. is an Ontario, Canada based company with a head office in Toronto. Founded in 2014, Simonyan Consulting Inc. is a family-owned 'boutique' company providing a broad range of project management, environmental and social consulting services. Our dedication to responsible project management, environmental stewardship, and social impact, along with our emphasis on collaboration with clients and stakeholders to achieve sustainable development goals and drive positive change, has earned us a reputable position in environmental and social management.

Vision:


To be a globally recognized leader in project management, environmental, and social consulting, driving sustainable development and fostering positive change for communities, the environment, and our clients in the public and private sectors, as well as multilateral development banks

Mission:


At Simonyan Consulting Inc., our mission is to provide exceptional project management, environmental, and social consulting services, guiding organizations and projects towards responsible and sustainable practices. We are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions that align with the principles of social equity, environmental protection, and economic viability. By leveraging our expertise and collaborating with stakeholders, we aim to create lasting positive impacts on the communities and environments we serve, while maximizing value for our clients and partners.

Core values:

  • Integrity: We uphold the highest ethical standards in all aspects of our work, fostering trust and transparency with our clients, stakeholders, and communities.
  • Sustainability: We are committed to promoting sustainable development, integrating environmental and social considerations into every project we undertake.
  • Collaboration: We value teamwork and actively engage with clients, partners, and local communities to co-create holistic and inclusive solutions.
  • Excellence: We strive for excellence in everything we do, continuously improving our skills, knowledge, and methodologies to deliver the best outcomes for our clients.
  • Innovation: We embrace innovation, utilizing cutting-edge technologies and creative approaches to tackle complex challenges effectively.
  • Social Responsibility: We are dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of people, respecting cultural diversity, and empowering local communities.
  • Environmental Stewardship: We are passionate about preserving the environment and minimizing the ecological footprint of projects we support.
  • Client-Focused: We put our clients at the center of our efforts, understanding their unique needs and tailoring our services to exceed expectations.

Client approach:


The expectations of our clients define the quality of our environmental and social (includign health and safety, labor, gender, land use, etc.) services. We put in added effort to understand and exceed our clients’ needs by carefully listening and addressing their concerns and needs. We trust that your contact with our company will create a profound impression and will lay the foundation to a lasting relationship.

Founder

Dr. Armine Simonyan has over 20 years of experience in environmental and social due diligence, planning, management, monitoring and impact assessment for various development projects funded by international donor organizations and related to planning and (re)construction of infrastructure with an overall aim to contribute to the economic growth and sustainable development. She has in depth knowledge of environmental and social (including resettlement, gender, labour, health and safety) sector related issues (planning, assessment, mitigation, monitoring) acquired through experience with several international financial institutions (ADB, IFC, EBRD, EIB, MCC, WB, etc.), knowledge of lenders’ procedures and standards (including those related to project management, procurement, safeguards, environment, resettlement, gender, public participation, health and safety etc.). Her expertise with different donor-funded international sovereign and non-sovereign projects (including water, transport, energy, agriculture, education, urban development, waste management and other sectors) formed a strong basis for building a proficiency in environmental and social safeguards management. During involvement in different development projects, she maintained collaborative relationship with a diversity of counterparts and stakeholders, including the representatives of donor agencies, officials on the state and regional level, international and non-governmental organizations, other beneficiaries of the programs.