Interpretive Planning and Training Services for Museums, Parks, Heritage, and Tourism
With 20+ years of experience in museum interpretation and informal learning, Sylvie Binette values innovative and collaborative approaches to increase relevance and engagement, particularly in small and medium-size organizations.
Continue reading to learn more about the services Binette Cultural Solutions offers and past work.
About Sylvie Binette
Sylvie is a highly-skilled museum professional with expertise in the area of visitor experience, particularly with interpretation and informal learning.
She holds a Master Degree in Sciences from the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, is a Certified Interpretive Planner (CIP) and a Certified Interpretive Guide and Host Trainer (CIGT/ CIGT) with the National Association for Interpretation (NAI).
Read more on my About page.
Services Offered
Training and Coaching
I design and lead professional development workshops for interpreters and product developers with a tailored, creative approach. I’m approved to deliver the Interpretive Guide and Host Certification Program.
Capacity Building
I can develop training manuals and policies to help you implement best practices and strengthen the capacity and professionalism within your organization.
Interpretive Planning
I work with you and your team to plan relevant exhibits, trails, tours and programs that connect your audience to your stories. Together, we develop goals, messages and media that makes a difference for your target audiences.
Engagement Strategy
The artist within me loves to get you thinking of innovative strategies to develop and deliver engaging experiences. I leverage hackathons, facilitated dialogue, design thinking processes, the power of art and more.
Interpretive Writing
I provide research and writing for panels, brochures and digital media and make your stories relevant, engaging and memorable.
Project Management
My experience at researching, networking, multi-tasking, budget and task planning, grant writing, and a client-focused approach helps me deliver on what is asked and beyond. I am conscious of my client needs and limitations.
Notable Work
Below is an overview of some of my most notable work. If you’d like a full, detailed CV, you can download one by clicking here.
Interpretive Training and Coaching:
• 2016, 2018, 2019 - Interpretive & Programs Training Manual, Operations and Procedures Manual, Programs’ Policy and Training and Coaching in interpretive skills and Program development for George Johnston Museum, DaKų Cultural Centre and Old Log Church Museum.
• 2013-Ongoing - Researched, developed , delivered and evaluated training in Interpretive skills and program development to interpretive staff in Yukon heritage and tourism sectors.
Interpretive Planning:
• 2022 - Trail Master Plan and Signage, Village of Teslin, YT.
• 2020 - Interpretive planning for the permanent exhibition, Old Log Church Museum, YT.
• 2017 - Bilingual self-guided tour brochure, Old Log Church Museum, YT.
• 2017 - Participative exhibit Elles se racontent , Les Essentielles, YT.
• 2016 - Interpretive plan and texts for Soldier’s Summit Trail, Kluane Park, Parks Canada, YT.
• 2016 - Interpretive plan and texts for an exhibit upgrade project, Binet House Museum , Mayo, YT.
• 2013 - 5-year Strategic and Interpretive Plan, Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre.
• 2009-2010 - Interpretive plan and texts for permanent exhibit, Bear Cave Mountain, (Fishing Branch) Territorial Park , YT.
Interpretive Writing:
• 2013 - Bilingual interpretive brochure - Whitehorse Trolley, YT.
• 2012 - Ni’iinlii’Njik (Fishing Branch) Territorial Park`s brochure, YT.
• 2006-2015 - Content development, interpretive themes and image sourcing for over 30 interpretive panels on Yukon highways. Projects for Yukon Government, FN and organisations: Congdon Creek, Minto Bridge, Gunnar Nilsson & Mickey Lammers Research Forest, South and North Canol Roads, Carcross Desert, Five Fingers Rapids, Kluane River, Haines Road, Gravel Lake.
Public Outreach:
• 2016, 2017 - Museum Hackathon-Yukon, YT.
• 2012-2013 - Francophone Oral History Project, Association franco-yukonnaise, YT.
Studies:
• 2010 - Feasibility Study: Franco-Yukon Cultural Tourism Products with Christiane Boisjoli and Luigi Zanasi, RDÉE Yukon, YT .
• 2010 Profile of Francophone Visitors , RDÉE Yukon, YT.
Kind Words From Clients
“Sylvie has gone above and beyond to provide valuable advice and create an ongoing relationship with our organization. I hope to continue working with Sylvie in the future and would be happy to recommend her to anyone looking for a talented interpretive planner.”
— Kaitlin Normandin, Executive Director, Old Log Church Museum
“Sylvie worked hard to understand the project, scope and timelines, she asked great questions, brought me in throughout the entire process, was flexible in adding elements and expanding others, and took great care to ensure client satisfaction.”
— Patti Balsillie, Strategist
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