Careers

Avian Biologist 

CanNorth is growing! Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is an established First Nation-owned environmental services firm with an impeccable track record and a highly respected reputation. At CanNorth you can expect challenging field work, interesting projects, and colleagues who have a strong foundation and proven expertise in environmental assessments and biological surveys.

CanNorth is seeking highly motivated avian biologists to work with our talented team in Saskatoon, SK. Responsibilities in this position will include:

• Conducting field surveys in a diversity of environments with particular focus in northern Saskatchewan with an emphasis on breeding birds (point count surveys), targeted wildlife surveys, and avian risk assessments/nest searches;
• Environmental monitoring for a variety of projects including power, pipelines, and construction projects (highways and mine sites);
• Data collection and management;
• Liaising with clients and contractors in a professional manner;
• Technical writing (to include composing smaller screening memos to larger reports) and research skills;
• Working with First Nations and regulatory agencies.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree in science specializing in wildlife biology. Previous experience in a consulting environment is an asset. Ideal candidates should have a good knowledge of terrestrial ecology and breeding birds in prairie and boreal ecozones in western Canada, techniques used to sample terrestrial wildlife and habitat, and provincial and federal regulations, processes, and guidelines. The successful applicant must be a team player, highly motivated and organized, able to work with a range of personalities, and have a positive attitude. This position entails a substantial amount of field work from walking, to boating, and flying in helicopters. Field work will regularly require working in rugged terrain; and experience operating trucks with loaded trailers, ATV’s, boats, trail cameras, and autonomous recording units (ARUs) is an asset.

CanNorth offers competitive wages and a modern office with employee-oriented facilities. Benefits will include, medical, dental, vision, paramedical, RRSP matching, health spending’s, field, field gear allowance, and much more! Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes as soon as possible. For more information about CanNorth please visit our website at www.cannorth.com. î-nitawîthimihcik nîhithaw athisitiniwak kâ-kî-kîsîhtâcik sâpo-ayamihcikîwin. (qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply). Thank you: Tiniki

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.

Archaeologist

Canada North Environmental Services (CanNorth) is a private environmental consulting firm that has been in business for over 20 years and during this time has built a reputation as a reliable and reputable environmental services provider. Our experienced, interdisciplinary team uses technical skills and knowledge to protect the environment, satisfy regulatory requirements, and support local communities.

CanNorth is 100% owned by Kitsaki Management Limited Partnership, the business arm of the Lac La Ronge Indian Band. As part of CanNorth’s commitment to the 94 Calls to Action, we have a shared responsibility to work towards reconciliation and build partnerships that lead to resilience, diversity, and economic growth for Indigenous peoples.

CanNorth regularly completes HRIAs and HRIA-Ms for resource developments in the oil and gas, mining, roads and infrastructure, aggregate, energy, and forestry sectors and we are currently looking to hire a permit holder archaeologist to work with our talented and innovative team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

Responsibilities in this position will include:

• HRIA fieldwork including mitigation, pre and post-impact studies, construction monitoring, and baseline surveys, including knowledge of appropriate guidelines and techniques.
• Heritage site evaluation, including assessment and site recording.
• Artifact and feature identification.
• Laboratory duties such as artifact cleaning, analysis, and cataloging.
• Permit applications.
• Technical writing and research skills.
• Assist with project planning as required (often from inception to execution of field work through to report preparation).

Requirements:

• You must have a graduate degree in archaeology or anthropology and be able to hold an archaeological permit in the province of Saskatchewan (permit holding capabilities in Manitoba and Alberta would be an asset).
• Good knowledge of government guidelines, protocols, and regulations, as well as provincial legislation.
• Experience planning and executing archaeology projects.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Fieldwork and travel (including remote or isolated areas) is required.
• Be willing/able to work in adverse weather and challenging field conditions.

The applicant must have superior communication skills; be dedicated to high-quality results; be a team player; be highly motivated and have a positive attitude. Must be able to correspond with clients, contractors, and stakeholders (including First Nations, government, regulatory agencies, and landowners) in a professional way. The candidate must be able to manage time effectively, both independently and in team environments, and be dedicated to high-quality results.

CanNorth offers competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a modern office with employee-oriented facilities and programs. Interested candidates are requested to e-mail resumes to the address below. î-nitawîthimihcik nîhithaw athisitiniwak kâ-kî-kîsîhtâcik sâpo-ayamihcikîwin (Qualified Indigenous professionals are encouraged to apply).

Thank you to all who apply; only applicants who have been shortlisted will be contacted.