Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is a private environmental consulting company that is 100% owned by Kitsaki Management Limited Partnership, the business arm of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. CanNorth is one of the largest environmental service providers in western Canada. Our office locations are Saskatoon, Saskatchewan (head office), Markham, Ontario, and Yellowknife, Northwest Territories.
Since 1997, CanNorth has provided high-quality environmental and heritage services to a diversity of clients for a wide range of project types. Our experienced, interdisciplinary team offers the technical skills and knowledge to protect the environment, satisfy regulatory requirements, benefit our clients, and support local communities. We pride ourselves on our scientific integrity and our ability to effectively meet our clients’ needs.
CanNorth also provides specialty skills, nationally and internationally, related to communication and trust building between Indigenous and local communities and developments. As a First Nation-owned company, CanNorth maximizes Indigenous community involvement in projects, including integrating traditional knowledge, engaging local people in environmental programs, and creating employment and education opportunities.
CanNorth is the only First Nation owned consulting company in North America to obtain ISO 9001:2015 (quality management), ISO 14001:2015 (environmental stewardship), and ISO 45001:2018 (occupational health and safety) International Standard certifications. CanNorth is also a Certificate of Recognition (COR) program certified company and is registered with ISNetworld.
In September 2023, CanNorth expanded its expertise by acquiring Natural Resource Solutions Inc. (NRSI), broadening its capabilities in conservation and environmental monitoring.
CanNorth operates from its new Lac La Ronge office, officially opened in August 2023, and works closely with the City of Saskatoon and LLRIB, with its Saskatoon site designated as an urban reserve.
CanNorth is proud to be an industry leader in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce:
✔ 75% of employees are women
✔ 73% of leadership positions are held by women
✔ 10% of employees identify as Indigenous
CanNorth provides a comprehensive range of environmental consulting services, ensuring compliance, sustainability, and responsible development for businesses and communities.
CanNorth invests in workforce development, ensuring industry excellence and Indigenous inclusion.
✔ 6,068+ hours of employee training in 2023
✔ $35,889 investment in workforce development
✔ Programs in Health & Safety, Cybersecurity, Leadership, and Cultural Awareness
✔ Professional certifications, including AAg, APEGS Geoscientist-In-Training, and EPt
CanNorth is dedicated to high safety and environmental standards, maintaining:
✔ ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System)
✔ ISNetWorld Certification (Occupational Health & Safety)
✔ ISO 45001:2018 (Workplace Safety Standard)
✔ Energy Safety Canada COR Certification
✔ 2 Lost Time Injuries (LTIs) in the past five years – demonstrating a strong safety record
#202- 335 Packham Avenue
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7N 4S1