KYAH RESOURCES INC.
At Kyah Resources, we combine our exceptional expertise in natural resource management and civil construction with a strong commitment to the rich culture and community values of Witset First Nation. Located in the heart of Northwest British Columbia, our operations are distinguished by innovative methods and responsible growth strategies.
As a proud Witset First Nation Band-Owned Company, Kyah Resources is dedicated to not only implementing industry-leading practices but also fostering the development and wellbeing of our community. Our approach to environmental care is woven into every project we undertake.
Partnering With Communities for Mutual Growth
At Kyah Resources, we are dedicated to fostering skill development and offering substantial career opportunities within British Columbia's dynamic natural resource and construction sectors. Formed through a synergistic partnership between Witset First Nation and Roga Contracting Ltd, our collaborative approach is a testament to the positive impact of local engagement and empowerment in driving project success. Our model not only champions the professional growth of local workers but also ensures that the benefits of economic development are shared with the communities that support us. By integrating local insights and workforce, Kyah Resources is at the forefront of creating inclusive and progressive business models that contribute significantly to the regional economy.
Empowering First Nations Through Inclusive Leadership
Kyah Resources is proud to lead with a commitment to First Nations communities. Our collaboration with Witset and neighboring First Nations is a cornerstone of our operations, creating substantial, family-supporting employment opportunities. As a testament to our dedication, a significant portion of our profits is reinvested back into these communities, fostering mutual growth and prosperity. We are not just about creating jobs; we are about building careers. Our majority-Indigenous workforce benefits from comprehensive orientation and training programs. These include mandatory safety certifications and our industry-leading heavy equipment operation program, ensuring every team member is equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in their role. At Kyah Resources, we're committed to nurturing a skilled, safe, and empowered workforce that drives both our success and the success of the communities we serve.
SERVICES
Kyah Resources’ team includes highly skilled heavy equipment operators, contractors, and labourers.
FEATURE PROJECTS
Road Construction - MSJV
Kyah Resources, together with Lemare Lake, has provided almost $100 million of technical road construction for the CGL project between Houston and Kitimat, BC. Kyah and Lemare completed 44km of new roads in the remote and challenging terrain of the Coast Mountain Range. The project included 68 bridge installations and over 4,000 m3 of rock chipping and blasting.
Project Value
$92 million
Project Duration
2019 - 2022
ROW Clearing Section 8 - CGL
Kyah Resources Inc. cleared ROW in isolated, untouched terrain through the Clore River Valley to Icy Pass between Houston and Kitimat, BC. This involved 220 hectares of clearing with several separate equipment headings, hand falling, heli-logging, and ongoing access improvements in very remote work conditions.
Project Value
$38 million
Project Duration
2019 - 2022
ROW Clearing Sec 7 - PAPC
Kyah Resources cleared 62 km of the Coastal GasLink Pipeline right-of-way through the challenging terrain of the rigged Coast Mountain Range. Kyah used various clearing methods to complete the work such as standard and steep slope harvesting equipment, helicopter logging, and hand falling, all without a single lost time incident.
Project Value
$27 million
Project Duration
2020 - 2022
Timber Harvesting & Delivery - Canfor Houston
Kyah Resources Inc. harvests and delivers approximately 80,000 m3 of timber to Canfor's Houston division. Kyah performs full phase logging and also builds block and mainline road. Kyah has been delivering similar volumes since 2012.
Project Value
80,000 m3 per year
Project Duration
Ongoing
Heavy Civil & Roads - CGL
Kyah Resources Inc. completed the reactivation and improvement of existing forestry roads, the development of new mainline roads (including bridge and culvert installation), pre-facility pad grading, and other load, haul, place, compact civil works at the start-up of the Coastal GasLink Pipeline Project for both Macro-Spiecapag Joint Venture and directly for CGL. After initial construction Kyah provided ongoing road maintenance for approximately 60 km of road in all seasons.
Project Value
$13 million
Project Duration
2019 - 2020
Telkwa Pass Powerline - BC Hydro
On this unit price contract for BC Hydro, Kyah completed 28 hectares of clearing including standard and steep slope harvesting methods, helicopter logging, hand falling, grubbing, rough grading, and waste wood disposal. Work was completed to facilitate the installation of new transmission towers around geotechnically unstable earth.
Project Value
$2.8 million
Project Duration
2021 - 2022
ROW Clearing and Access Roads - Chevron Canada (PTP)
Kyah Resources partnered with the Lheidli T'enneh First Nation, Nadleh Whut'en First Nation, Skin Tyee First Nation and the Frost Group as a single entity called Shas Resources to be the ROW clearing aggregator from Summit Lake to the Clore River in the Coast Mountains for the Pacific Trails Pipeline Project (over 300km). Shas provided management and oversight as well as direct completion of work for the 35 km of pipeline ROW that was completed before Chevron decided to park the project and sell their interest in 2015 following a drastic decrease in the price of oil. Kyah (through Shas Resources) also performed annual maintenance on the ROW for a couple of years following the initial work.
Project Value
$10.5 million
Project Duration
2015 - 2017
