top of page
Office Meeting Discussion

About Us 

Vectorized Polar Bear (2).jpg

About
Strat First Inc.

Strat First Inc. is a business advisory firm specializing in Indigenous Relations and supporting engineering, construction, architecture, government, and industry associations across Canada.


We work alongside our clients to strengthen planning, reduce risk, and improve execution in complex, multi‑stakeholder environments.

​

Our Experience


Our team brings a wide range of practical, real‑world experience to every engagement. Collectively, we have worked within:

​

  • Multinational engineering and OEM firms (AtkinsRéalis, Candu Energy Inc., Siemens Energy Canada)

  • Nuclear environments and regulated sectors

  • Provincial, federal, and First Nations governments

  • Business accounting and financial leadership roles

  • Disaster and emergency management operations

​

Indigenous Ownership Verification​

​

Strat First Inc. is 100% Indigenous‑owned (First Nation) owned. Verification and compliance documentation can be provided upon request.

​

Mobilization and Office Locations

​

  • Serving Clients Across Canada.

  • Located in Calgary & Edmonton, Alberta.

​

Nuclear Membership Affiliation 

​

Strat First Inc.  is a member of the Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries (OCNI).

Stacked Metal Rods

Project Examples And Files Our Team Members Have Been Involved With Across Canada

Nuclear and Energy Projects 

  • New Nuclear (Small Modular Reactor)

  • Nuclear Waste Management

  • Government Nuclear Engagement


Energy Projects and Planning

  • Infrastructure and Transportation 

  • Defense Infrastructure including Bridges and Ports

  • Government Buildings and Facilities


Mining and Resource Development

  • Mining Projects and Planning

Headshot_Letander_Ken (2)_edited.png

Managing Director’s Statement on Indigenous Reconciliation 

At Strat First Inc., we view Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation as both an internal responsibility and an external commitment. They require thoughtful planning, strong relationships, and clear communication.

 

Over the past twenty years, I have had the privilege of working directly in Indigenous Relations across Canada, including my time with Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission. These experiences guide how I lead our firm and how we support the organizations we work with.

 

I believe in good business relationships, meaningful outcomes, and shared benefit for communities, businesses, and investors. When we partner with clients, we focus on goals that are achievable, properly resourced, and aligned with the expectations of all parties involved.

​

My work across corporations, governments, and Indigenous communities has shown that Reconciliation is built through steady effort, practical planning, and genuine engagement. At Strat First Inc., we are committed to setting our clients up for success and to ensuring that Indigenous People, Communities, and businesses also share in the wins that come from strong projects and strong partnerships.

​

Kenneth Letander, BSW, MBA
Managing Director
Strat First Inc. 

Our Team 

Headshot_Letander_Ken (2)_edited.png

Kenneth Letander, BSW, MBA
​Managing Director

Alysha Jones Headshot (3) (1)_edited.png

Alysha Jones, M.Sc.
Director of Evaluation, Research and Quality Assurance

Picture1_edited.png

Andrew Dey CPA, CA CBV
Senior Chief Financial & Governance Strategist

1516657786906_edited.png

Denise Belanger
Partner, Impact Strategy & Evaluation

Gloria Headshot_edited.png

Gloria Iatridis
Senior Advisor 

image (1) (1)_edited_edited.png

Joshua Fleming, MPA, MPhil
Economic Development & Public Policy Strategist

K_edited_edited.png

Kaitlyn Watson, Ph.D.
Senior Advisor, Disaster Planning & Business Continuity

P1080517_edited.png

Olga Michailides, BA
Communications Strategist 

Guy Pic April 2024_edited.png

Guy Gordon, BA, MPA, MBA
Corporate Services Transformation Advisor

Untitled design (8) (1)_edited.png

Paul-Émile Auger, AMU
Senior Emergency Management Advisor 

Conference Presentations and Speaking Engagements

Sharing Knowledge, Braiding Bridges, and Co-Creating Solutions.

EPC, Major Constructors, and Engineering Leaders

  • EllisDon

  • Bird Construction

  • Candu Energy Inc.

  • General Electric

Nuclear, Energy, and Technical Project Organizations

  • Organization of Canadian Nuclear Industries

  • Canadian Nuclear Association

  • Canadian Nuclear Society

  • Small Modular Reactor Canada Summit

Risk, Insurance, and Project Assurance

  • BFL CANADA

  • Intact Insurance

  • British Columbia Risk and Insurance Management Association

  • Ontario Risk and Insurance Management Association

  • Northern Alberta Risk and Insurance Management Association

  • Southern Alberta Risk and Insurance Management Association

Professional, Industry, and Business Associations

  • Canadian Society for Civil Engineering – Edmonton Section

  • Project Management Institute – Northern Alberta Chapter

  • Risk Insurance Management Society

  • BOMA British Columbia

  • Canadian Council for Indigenous Business

  • Canadian Institute – Western Indigenous Consultation and Engagement

  • Aviation, Aerospace & Defence Summit

  • Milestone Environmental Services

bottom of page