Ethelo
Ethelo is a Vancouver-based collective intelligence and digital engagement platform designed for governments and organisations running public consultations. Rather than simple majority polling, Ethelo uses preference aggregation algorithms to identify options with the broadest support across different stakeholder groups — the approach is designed to minimise polarisation rather than simply count the loudest majority.
The platform is proprietary and primarily used by Canadian public sector clients. Over 100 Canadian municipalities use Ethelo's Citizen Budget tool for participatory budgeting, and the Government of Canada is among its largest clients. The organisation is also developing AI integration into its decision-support engine.
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- Website: ethelo.com