Discover Our Commitment to Indigenous Communities
Explore how Bird Environmental Consulting Ltd. honors Indigenous history through ethical partnerships, culturally sensitive practices, and environmentally responsible solutions that shape our consulting expertise.
Dr. Krista (Krissy) Bird and her son, Kalen Bird, are proud Métis citizens and Jesse Bird is an Indigenous ally committed to actively supporting and advocating for Indigenous Peoples.
Dr. Krissy Bird is a member of the Otipemisiwak Métis Government, residing in District 8 – Lac Ste. Anne. Her family comes from the Portage la Prairie area of Manitoba (her dad moved to Alberta as a young adult) and includes multiple families that took Scrip in the Red River Settlement (genealogy confirmed by La Société historique de Saint-Boniface – family names can be provided if requested). She was born in Alberta and has worked and lived in Alberta for her entire life, except for two years when she lived in Idaho for her Post-Doctorate research. She volunteers on the Indigenous Devon Committee and assists Métis District 11 (St. Albert) with environmental issues.
Kalen (right) belongs to a children’s Métis Jigging group, has created a cultural initiative to teach local elementary students about Métis culture and jigging, and is a Métis artisan that specializes in jewelry & crafts made from feathers & other natural materials.
Specialized Environmental Services for Indigenous Communities
Discover our commitment to Indigenous heritage and comprehensive consulting expertise that supports sustainable environmental stewardship.
Wildlife & Species at Risk Consulting
Expert assessments and strategies that respect Indigenous lands and traditional knowledge and promote biodiversity conservation.
Aquatic Studies
In-depth analysis of aquatic ecosystems with culturally sensitive approaches for lasting impact. Aquatic contaminant analyses available.
Vegetation and Environmental Monitoring
Ongoing monitoring and management tailored to Indigenous community needs and priorities. We are knowledgeable and respectful of native plants important to traditional Indigenous uses & practices.
Regulatory
Helping Indigenous communities navigate environmental regulations with the ability to use regulations to fight projects that go against Indigenous interests.
Indigenous Heritage and Service Highlights
Explore Bird Environmental Consulting Ltd.’s dedication to Indigenous history and expertise in wildlife, aquatics, vegetation, environmental monitoring, and regulatory processes that drive impactful environmental solutions.
Environmental Assistance for Indigenous Communities
Bird Environmental Consulting Ltd.’s goal is to help Indigenous communities achieve the environmental outcomes that can only be provided by a truly owned and operated Indigenous environmental consulting company with a world class Indigenous biologist overseeing all aspects of your project. Non-Indigenous owned companies cannot fully respect or offer Indigenous knowledge. Similarly, Indigenous owned companies not owned and operated by an actual Indigenous biologist cannot provide two-eyed seeing approaches and fully and effectively utilize regulatory knowledge to assist the Indigenous Community. While many of our partner companies are not Indigenous, they have been selected because they are Indigenous allies that are highly skilled in their respective fields and are willing to take direction from Dr. Bird and all Indigenous clients.
Celebrating the Richness of Indigenous History
Bird Environmental Consulting integrates Indigenous knowledge and expertise to deliver impactful environmental solutions for diverse communities. We believe in working directly with communities to integrate knowledge from local elders and knowledge keepers, Dr. Bird’s Indigenous expertise, and western science to create the most complete product for Indigenous communities to use to further their projects or research needs.
Empowering Communities Through Environmental Expertise
Discover how our specialized consulting in wildlife, aquatics, vegetation, and wetlands supports Indigenous-led projects and promotes ecological balance. We can also provide training in all biophysical disciplines to get the community involved in data collection.
Building Ethical Partnerships for Lasting Impact
Learn how Bird Environmental Consulting collaborates with Indigenous communities to navigate regulatory processes and achieve sustainable environmental outcomes. Our expertise in regulatory processes is unparalleled and can assist communities in reviewing environmental reports for existing or potential work in their territories to determine the true environmental impact of specific projects. We are also able to be expert witnesses in controversial cases.
Honoring Indigenous Legacies and Partnerships
Discover Bird Environmental Consulting’s commitment to Indigenous heritage and how our services support sustainable environmental stewardship through collaborative efforts.
