NIVA Inc.
NIVA Inc. is a public relations agency based in Ottawa (founded 1979).
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About NIVA Inc.
Founded in 1979 in Ottawa, Canada, NIVA Inc. emerged at a time when clear, effective communication was becoming essential for organizations navigating complex regulatory and public information environments. For over four decades, the agency has built a reputation around a simple but challenging mission: enabling organizations to communicate better so they can mobilize knowledge, solve problems, and achieve their goals. Headquartered at 30 Murray St in Ottawa's ByWard Market district, NIVA Inc. has grown from a small writing and editing shop into a full-spectrum communications consultancy serving clients across Canada and internationally.
From Science Communication to Strategic Impact
At its core, NIVA Inc. specializes in making complex information accessible. The agency's expertise in science communication, technical writing, and plain language communication sets it apart from generalist PR firms. Whether translating genomic research for public audiences, crafting risk communication materials for emergency management agencies, or developing internal communications for large-scale change initiatives, the team focuses on clarity and relevance. Their approach is grounded in knowledge translation and knowledge mobilization—turning specialized data into actionable insights for policymakers, regulators, investors, and the public. This scientific rigor extends to their data visualization and graphic design work, where complex datasets become intuitive visuals that support decision-making. NIVA Inc. also offers training and facilitation workshops, helping client teams develop their own communication skills in areas like writing, editing, and stakeholder engagement.
A Comprehensive Suite of Services
The agency's service offerings reflect decades of experience across diverse sectors. While their foundation is in writing, editing, and proofreading, NIVA Inc. has expanded to cover the full communications lifecycle. Their capabilities include:
- Strategic communications planning and marketing
- Scientific, technical, and risk communication
- Research, writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting
- Graphic design, illustration, and data visualization
- Social media management and video production
- Stakeholder engagement, consultations, and facilitation
- Change communications and change management support
- Internal communications and corporate documentation
- Branding, publication design, and promotion
- Training workshops in writing, plain language, and knowledge translation
This breadth allows NIVA Inc. to serve as a single point of contact for projects ranging from annual reports and policy documents to public awareness campaigns and crisis communications. Their work in areas like defence and security, nuclear power and radiation safety, ocean and marine science, and Indigenous affairs demonstrates an ability to handle sensitive, high-stakes content with precision and cultural awareness.
Who Benefits from Working with NIVA Inc.
NIVA Inc. is particularly well-suited for organizations in the public, not-for-profit, NGO, and private sectors that deal with technically complex or regulated subject matter. Government departments, research institutions, healthcare organizations, and environmental agencies will find their expertise in risk communication and stakeholder engagement especially valuable. Companies undergoing organizational change—whether restructuring, mergers, or digital transformation—can leverage their change management and internal communications skills. Similarly, organizations needing to communicate with Indigenous communities, international trade partners, or regulatory bodies will appreciate the agency's experience in cross-cultural and multi-stakeholder contexts. With a track record spanning public health, emergency preparedness, climate change, and advanced technology, NIVA Inc. offers a reliable partner for any organization that needs to turn dense information into clear, meaningful dialogue. Located in Ottawa, Canada's capital, the agency is well-positioned to support federal departments and national organizations, but its remote-friendly approach means it can work with clients anywhere in the country or beyond.
Key facts
- Team size: 11-50 employees
- Headquarters: 30 Murray St, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, K1N 5M4
- Address: 30 Murray St , Ottawa Ontario Canada K1N 5M4
- Annual revenue: 8733000
- SIC codes: 8999
Keywords & focus
Topics and areas NIVA Inc. works with.
- science communication
- science writing
- data visualization
- plain language communication
- writing
- proofreading
- editing
- training
- knowledge transfer
- knowledge mobilization
- graphic design
- social media
- risk communication
- technical communication
- stakeholder engagement
- facilitation
- workshops
- publication
- knowledge translation
- corporate documents
- formatting
- strategic communications
- marketing
- branding
- change communications
- change management
- internal communications
- documentation
- communications planning
- video
- +48 more
Technologies
EasyDNS, Outlook, Microsoft Office 365, CloudFlare Hosting, Slack, Linkedin Marketing Solutions, Facebook Login (Connect), WordPress.org, Facebook Custom Audiences, Google Tag Manager, Mobile Friendly, Google Font API, Facebook Widget
Industries served by NIVA Inc.
NIVA Inc. works with clients across 1 sectors. Whether you are a startup or an enterprise, they can support your PR and communications goals.
- public relations & communications
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Frequently asked questions about NIVA Inc.
Common questions and answers about NIVA Inc., their services, location, and how to work with them.
- Where is NIVA Inc. located?
- NIVA Inc. is headquartered in Ottawa.
- What services does NIVA Inc. offer?
- NIVA Inc. offers media relations, communications strategy, and public relations. They help brands with public relations, media outreach, and strategic communications.
- What industries does NIVA Inc. serve?
- NIVA Inc. serves clients in public relations & communications. They work with startups, scale-ups, and enterprises across these sectors.
- Is NIVA Inc. a verified PR agency?
- NIVA Inc. is listed on Online PR. Verification status is shown on their profile.
- How can I contact NIVA Inc.?
- You can visit their website at http://www.niva.com
- How many reviews does NIVA Inc. have?
- NIVA Inc. has 0 client reviews with an average rating of 0.0 out of 5.
- When was NIVA Inc. founded?
- NIVA Inc. was founded in 1979.
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