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September 24, 2025

Osprey Environmental Solutions takes flight: an Indigenous-owned company built on a partnership between Kee Tas Kee Now Sawmills and Silvacom

Edmonton, AB-  September 24, 2025 —  Kee Tas Kee Now Sawmills Limited (KSL) and Silvacom are proud to announce the launch of their unique partnership, Osprey Environmental Solutions – an Indigenous-owned company that aims to set the standard for blending Indigenous knowledge and environmental excellence. 

A Partnership Rooted in Respect and Shared Knowledge 

This partnership brings together KSL’s deep-rooted traditional knowledge and community connections with Silvacom’s industry-leading expertise in environmental consulting, regulatory compliance, and geospatial technology. Owned by Loon River First Nation, Lubicon Lake Band, Peerless Trout First Nation, Whitefish Lake First Nation, and Woodland Cree First Nation, KSL represents generations of traditional knowledge and a commitment to land stewardship. 

"This unique partnership will assist KSL to branch out from the traditional boots on the ground, short term work and help provide advance skills and employment opportunities in a wide range of technical careers to our member nations. Osprey will allow our employees to expand their career paths and allow the youth of the nation to dream, truly life changing,”  said Andrew Midgett,  Chief Operating Officer of KSL.

“This partnership is a unique blend of innovation and tradition. We're very excited to integrate  our approach to technology and data analytics with Indigenous Knowledge, for the benefit of our customers”, said Ryan Spooner, Director of New Initiatives at Silvacom.  

A Model for Responsible Development  

Osprey is uniquely positioned to support industries such as oil and gas, construction, pipelines, and powerlines with services that prioritize sustainability, cultural sensitivity, and economic opportunity for Indigenous communities. This collaboration will foster: 

• Environmental Innovation: Utilizing state-of-the-art technology such as GIS, remote sensing, and AI-driven analytics. 

• Regulatory Excellence: Supporting industry partners in meeting provincial and federal environmental compliance standards. 

• Capacity Building & Employment: Creating training and job opportunities for Indigenous communities in environmental restoration and resource management. 

• Sustainable Land Stewardship: Restoring seismic lines, caribou habitats, and other disturbed lands through both scientific and traditional knowledge-based methods. 

Looking Ahead 

As industries seek to balance growth with environmental responsibility, Osprey is committed to setting new benchmarks for collaborative, sustainable, and culturally respectful environmental solutions. 

“We believe that combining Indigenous knowledge and energy with our decades of successful project implementation will benefit Osprey’s clients, partners, and the environment. We are honoured to be partnering with KSL and the five nations that own it” said Tom Grabowski, President and CEO of Silvacom. 

About Osprey Environmental Solutions 

Osprey is an Indigenous-owned environmental services company dedicated to delivering sustainable, compliant, and culturally respectful solutions. Our partnership leverages KSL’s deep Indigenous knowledge and community leadership with Silvacom’s advanced technology and regulatory expertise, creating a model for meaningful collaboration in environmental stewardship. 

For more information on how Osprey is transforming environmental consulting service delivery through Indigenous partnership and sustainable innovation, visit www.osprey-enviro.com. 

Contact: 
Ryan Spooner
Director, Osprey
Phone: 587.686.5052
Email: Ryan.Spooner@osprey-enviro.com
www.osprey-enviro.com