Environmental
Kivinik understands how potential environmental impacts need to be considered in each stage of a resource development or construction project. Our team draws on decades of experience and knowledge to provide a focused suite of environmental services that are accurate and cost efficient
If we don’t know the answers ourselves, we know the people who do. Because when you’re talking operating in places fewer than 100 people have been to, it really is a small world..
Permitting and Approvals
Our team takes the time to understand your project goals. We can develop a customized approach to match your risk tolerance and guide you through the complex regulatory process. We can help you concentrate your application on what is important and provide you with regulatory certainty for your project.
Surface and Groundwater
Using field measurement and proprietary sufrace and groundwater models designed specifically for the Arctic, Kivinik can help you identify, assess, and protect surface and groundwater resources and water supplies. Our depth of experience and understanding give us the unique ability to simplify the most complex problems.
Environmental Assessment
Our team has extensive experience in Phase I and II site environmental assessments. All Phase I assessments are carried out as per CSA Z768-01 Standards. Our Phase II assessments determine the nature and extent of contamination through sampling of soil, vegetation and groundwater.
Remediation
We work with you to develop a remediation and plan that is best for you. This ensures we address and identify your costs, risks, and time frame. Whether it’s using new, innovative methods or tried and true practices, we work with you to reduce or eliminate a site’s environmental liabilities.
GIS and Remote Sensing
We have direct field experience and fully understand how to apply GIS and remote sensing techniques to your project. This includes map-making, landscape characterization, change detection for erosion and vegetation, and complex data analysis.
Spill Response
Kivinik responds to numerous small to medium sized spills every year using staff strategically in several communities in Nunavut. Our long‑standing relationships with regulators give you peace of mind that your environmental cleanup will be done quickly, properly, and in compliance with government expectations.