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When the stakes are high,
you need to be sure

Leaders in Workplace + Regulatory Investigations

85

of Ontario’s Health Regulators Trust Us

250

Defensible Investigations Completed Annually

400

Sexual Misconduct Investigations Completed

40

Years As a Leader in Investigations

We turn question marks into periods.

When issues arise that have to be investigated, you need objective answers that help you make the right decisions.

That's where we come in.

Barker Hutchinson has been one of Canada’s leading investigation firms for over 40 years. We’ve produced thousands of defensible investigations. But it’s the way we do it that makes us stand out.

We specialize in high-risk cases. Our person-centred, trauma-informed approach and diverse team of investigators ensure we get the most accurate information. And, over decades we’ve honed our processes to build efficiency, sensitivity and acumen into all of our cases.

Bottom line: We get results you can rely on, so you can protect your reputation and ensure the best outcomes.

“When our reputation is on the line, Barker Hutchinson always makes us feel heard and delivers trauma-led, exceptional investigations.”

– MANAGER OF A HEALTH REGULATOR

Our Expertise

Investigations and conflict resolution are all we do. Because we believe that complex issues require specialized expertise. These are our core services:

Workplace Investigations

When a workplace investigation is needed, we create a safe environment where everyone feels heard and respected during the process.

A proper investigation means you can get back to building a thriving and safe culture for your employees.

Regulatory Investigations

As leaders in regulatory investigations, we help you make confident and informed decisions.

We also provide training and workshops to ensure your teams have the skills needed to conduct your own investigations.

Sexual Misconduct Investigations

Our workplace sexual harassment investigations are essential in creating a safe and supportive work environment.

For regulators, we help you maintain public safety when sexual abuse complaints are made by producing thorough and objective reports so that you can make an informed decision.

Mediation

Our impartial mediation services resolve workplace and regulatory conflicts, often easing tensions before they escalate and ensuring parties can take ownership of the resolution process. We foster understanding and respect with a flexible and skilled approach.

Meet The Team.

Let us introduce you to our talented and diverse team of experts. They care deeply about getting the best results for our clients.

Upcoming Trainings

Lessons Learned Conducting 400+ Sexual Misconduct Investigations
Lessons Learned Conducting 400+ Sexual Misconduct Investigations

Lessons Learned Conducting 400+ Sexual Misconduct Investigations

Sexual misconduct investigations demand a heightened level of sensitivity and professionalism. HR professionals and investigators are challenged with balancing empathy and professionalism, remaining neutral in…
Fundamentals Of Regulatory Investigations – January 2025
Fundamentals Of Regulatory Investigations – January 2025

Fundamentals Of Regulatory Investigations – January 2025

Training Dates: January 20-22, 2025 Take your investigative skills to the next level as we go beyond the basics and learn how to conduct investigations…

“I turn to them because of the quality of the reports. They give us a 360-degree, accurate picture in time, allowing us to understand what happened without having to be there.”

– MANAGER OF A HEALTH REGULATOR