100% Indigenous-Owned Advisory Firm
Restoring land through science and stewardship
IESI is a 100% Indigenous-owned and controlled advisory firm with more than 30 years of senior experience. We support clients and Indigenous Nations advance complex infrastructure, energy, mining, transportation, environmental, and remediation projects across Canada.
What We Do
Full-spectrum environmental and advisory services
From Phase I assessments to full ecological restoration, we deliver rigorous, culturally grounded environmental services for public and private sector clients across Canada.
In the Canadian mining and infrastructure sectors, over 70% of major resource projects sit within 20 kilometres of an Indigenous community — making Indigenous engagement a legal, operational, and financial necessity. We help clients adopt an ESGI framework (Environmental, Social, Governance, and Indigenous) that moves beyond transactional Impact Benefit Agreements and treats Indigenous communities as true equity partners throughout the entire project lifecycle.
How We Work
From first conversation to measurable results
Engage Early
We initiate meaningful dialogue with Indigenous Nations and project proponents before decisions are made — building the trust that accelerates delivery.
Define Participation
We establish clear Indigenous participation models — ownership, employment, procurement, and community benefit — aligned with UNDRIP and TRC Calls to Action.
Implement & Manage
Our founder-led team provides senior expertise through focused assignments, supported by qualified associates for scalable delivery.
Measure & Report
We track commitments against outcomes — delivering transparent reporting that satisfies regulators, financiers, and communities alike.
Client Perspectives
"IESI brought a level of cultural credibility and technical rigour that we simply couldn't find elsewhere. Their engagement work was transformative for our project timeline."
"The IESI team understands both sides of the table. They helped us navigate Duty to Consult in a way that strengthened our relationship with the Nation — not just checked a box."
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Work With IESI
Ready to advance your project?
Canada's infrastructure and energy buildout depends on Indigenous participation. Early engagement, clear participation models, and Indigenous ownership strengthen relationships, reduce risk, and accelerate execution. Let's talk.
100% Indigenous-owned. Founder-led. Accountable.
