Scout Engineering & Consulting Ltd. is a 100% Indigenous-owned and led company. We are committed to respecting the land, its resources, and its people everywhere we operate. This, combined with our knowledge and capabilities, makes us who we are.
"Solutions to these issues were not coming through the available processes and policies - new approaches and significant effort would be required to identify the root causes and create systemic change."
After working in the engineering consulting industry for several years, Steven Vaivada, Scout’s founder and president, noticed a pattern. The major issues and challenges that Indigenous Peoples faced were not being addressed despite the efforts of their communities, leaders, and external parties. Clean drinking water continued to be a wish rather than a right, the quality of roads and infrastructure in Indigenous Communities continued to be sub-standard, and social issues continued trending in the wrong direction. Major projects operating around Indigenous Communities have tried to engage in positive change but have lacked the hands-on experience of working with those communities resulting in missed opportunities despite significant effort.
In May 2017, Scout Engineering & Consulting Ltd. was created. Since then we have identified the systems and solutions needed to create reliable, fully functioning infrastructure in First Nations and Métis Communities. We share this knowledge with project proponents that share our vision of a prosperous, more equal future. Our results are significant: Scout has helped create hundreds of jobs and significant opportunities for Indigenous Peoples and Communities to participate fully in projects.
Heading towards a positive, prosperous future for Indigenous Peoples is the direction we are headed with our projects and with our clients. Book a meeting with Steven today to get started on this shared journey.
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What works for one community might not work for another - We are not a cookie-cutter process. History, beliefs, and values are unique, and we must always respect this.
On every project, Scout is committed to building mutually prosperous relationships that honour and build stronger bonds with Canada’s Indigenous Communities and creating value for its members.
Merging technical knowledge and project management with Indigenous Knowledge and community engagement is our sweet spot - We holistically combine these concepts into a powerful tool that drives projects forward and leaves both clients and communities happy.
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Scout’s hy-flex culture gives employees the flexibility to work where and how they want while continuously exceeding client expectations and fulfilling community needs.
Our culture reduces red tape and empowers team members to make decisions with confidence. Scout’s environment is inclusive and encourages employee engagement, leading to a higher level of employee satisfaction and improved retention rates.
Does Scout feel like a good fit for you? Set up a virtual coffee chat with our HR lead and learn more about what it means to work at Scout.
Scout Engineering & Consulting Ltd. is permitted to practice by the Association of Professional Engineers and Geoscientists in Alberta (APEGA) and is a Canadian Aboriginal Certified Business.
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