First Nations Consulting

Douglas First Nation - Building Capacity (Land & Resource Strategic Plan)   Kamloops Indian Band - Kamloops Band Dyking   Lower Kootenay Indian Band  River Dyke Reconstruction   Lytton First Nation - Solid Waste Transfer Station   Westbank First Nation - I.R.#10 Water System Okanagan Lake Intake   Yakweakwioose First Nation - Physical Development Plan

Urban Systems has a dedicated network of professionals working closely with First Nations communities throughout Western Canada. Our First Nations team includes professional engineers and planners supported by environmental experts and other specialists. We bring sensitivity to local concerns and culture through years of working in consultation with Aboriginal organizations. This partnering process enables us to develop highly sustainable solutions for our clients. Our ability to provide this level of service is complimented by our knowledge of Indian and Northern Affairs Canada (INAC) guidelines and regulations. Our team is interconnected with other practice and market networks which gives our clients access to alternative financing, project delivery and business development strategies. We emphasize cultural appreciation and awareness in all that we do and are considered industry leaders and trusted advisors on a wide variety of issues.
 
First Nations groups rely on our expertise to assist them with numerous initiatives, including:

• community, land use and development planning 
• infrastructure development for water, wastewater, stormwater and transportation systems
• economic development
• strategic planning 
• environmental assessments 
• funding and financing strategies 
• community facilities development 
• governance work including Council and staff orientation, organizational review and inter-governmental relations 
• treaty related work