A collection of our recent projects.
A look at the campaigns, reports, and brands we’ve nurtured alongside our partners.
A collection of our recent work.
A look at the campaigns, reports, and brands we’ve nurtured alongside our partners.
RECENT WORK
Explore some of our recent collaborations with nonprofits and purpose-led businesses. Click any image to dive deeper into the story behind each project.
A collection of our recent projects.
A look at the campaigns, reports, and brands we’ve nurtured alongside our partners.
NEW BRAND DEVELOPMENT
A heartfelt brand identity and launch suite for a purpose-led practice supporting families through pregnancy and infant loss. Designed to hold our client's personal story with care and help the right people feel seen.
PREGNANCY & INFANT LOSS SUPPORT
IMPACT REPORT
A 65-page Report to Community designed to turn dense data and complex information into a clear, story-driven report.
INN FROM THE COLD
EVENT BRANDING & COLLATERAL
Vibrant event branding and collateral for a signature fundraising event. We blended natural authenticity with elevated elegance to create a warm, unforgettable experience for donors and guests.
BAREFOOT IN THE BACKYARD
ANNUAL REPORT
Creative direction and design for SoM’s 2023 Annual Report. A 20 page publication highlighting the school’s growth, community impact, and student achievements. Through a clean visual system, custom infographics, and an emphasis on storytelling, the report transformed a year’s worth of milestones into an engaging, cohesive experience for donors and stakeholders.
SARAH MCLACHLAN SCHOOL OF MUSIC
BRAND & WEBSITE DESIGN
Branding and website design for Catalyst Psychology, a purpose-led mental health practice. We built a bold and unique brand and online experience rooted in their values, blending thoughtful storytelling with a clean visual system to build trust and guide visitors with ease.
CATALYST PSYCOLOGY
CLIENT SPOTLIGHT
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Over the past 2.5 years, Force of Nurture has become a trusted design partner to Sarah McLachlan School of Music (SoM). Our shared goal has been to create design that reflects the warmth, vibrancy, and impact of their programs, while making it easier for families, donors, and staff to find what they need.
2.5 years of consistent design support
Three annual reports designed & published
Refreshed signature event branding & logo
Event collateral & stewardship
Brand refresh & identity design
New website design & build
ANNUAL REPORT
Full creative direction and design for SoM’s 2024 Annual Report. A 30-page publication celebrating student stories, program milestones, and community impact. Featuring custom illustrations, vibrant layouts, and a narrative-driven structure, the report captures the heart of their work while strengthening donor connection.
BRAND REFRESH
A full brand refresh for SoM, evolving their visual identity to better reflect the vibrancy of their programs and the diversity of their community. While the original logo designed by Sarah McLachlan was deeply cherished, we carefully refined and simplified it to align with the updated system. We also introduced a more modern colour palette, refined typography, and flexible brand framework to support consistent, engaging storytelling.
FULL WEBSITE REDESIGN & BUILD IN SQUARESPACE
A complete website redesign for SoM transformed their dark, outdated site into a vibrant, story-driven experience. We restructured the content to serve multiple audiences, infused the design with colour and energy, and created clear pathways that inspire action from students, donors, and partners alike.
Key performance metrics since launch:
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19% increase in visitor engagement
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33% increase in conversions
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380% increase in button clicks
ANNUAL REPORT 2022/2023
Creative direction and design for SoM’s 2023 Annual Report. A 20 page publication highlighting the school’s growth, community impact, and student achievements. Through a clean visual system, custom infographics, and an emphasis on storytelling, the report transformed a year’s worth of milestones into an engaging, cohesive experience for donors and stakeholders.
BRAND REFRESH
A full brand refresh for SoM, evolving their visual identity to better reflect the vibrancy of their programs and the diversity of their community. While the original logo designed by Sarah McLachlan was deeply cherished, we carefully refined and simplified it to align with the updated system. We also introduced a more modern colour palette, refined typography, and flexible brand framework to support consistent, engaging storytelling.
WEBSITE REDESIGN & DEVELOPMENT ON SQUARESPACE
A complete website redesign for SoM transformed their dark, outdated site into a vibrant, story-driven experience. We restructured the content to serve multiple audiences, infused the design with colour and energy, and created clear pathways that inspire action from students, donors, and partners alike.
Key performance metrics since launch:
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19% increase in visitor engagement
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33% increase in conversions
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380% increase in button clicks
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
HIGHLY RECOMMEND. Nicole was kind, quick, and had an incredible eye for design. She delivered a fully redesigned website and more with ease . A 10/10 experience!
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Nicole is brilliant. She created a brand identity, vision, and strategy from a few brief conversations and brought it to life in a website that exceeded my expectations. One of the best customer experiences I’ve ever had.”
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
“Nicole transformed my deeply personal story into a brand that feels compassionate, authentic, and clear. I finally feel confident showing up and connecting with the right people.”
WHAT CLIENTS SAY
"We’re so grateful to Nicole for rebuilding our website. She guided us with clear communication and thoughtful suggestions, and the end result exceeded our expectations. Highly recommend!"
