Whitestone Industry Services Ltd.

Whitestone Industry Services Ltd. is a proud, Indigenous-owned company based in the traditional territory of the Syilx people (Westbank, British Columbia, Canada). Whitestone specializes in strategic planning, grants and partnership development, environmental (i.e., compliance, monitoring and research) and infrastructure management services for both private and public sectors. We combine technical expertise, scientific knowledge, and cultural insight to help clients reduce costs, reduce risk, improve communication, minimize delays, and boost revenue. Our team has expertise and experience with the following clients:

  • Indigenous

  • Space

  • Government

  • Water

  • Energy

  • Food

  • Mining

  • Forestry

Value System

Whitestone values both traditional Indigenous and scientific knowledge systems, which we combine to deliver enduring solutions for our clients. Our work bridges communities, industries, and governments.

VISION STATEMENT

Whitestone strives to become a global leader in research, development and implementation of traditional and scientific knowledge systems, strategies, and solutions for sustainable land and economic development.

SERVICES

Strategic Planning and Assessment

We provide comprehensive strategic planning and assessment services to support sustainable land and natural resource management, economic development, climate adaptation and mitigation, and emergency response planning.

Grants, Partnership, and Business Development

Our team specializes in Indigenous engagement and stakeholder management, ensuring strong relationships and successful collaborations. We offer expertise in grant writing across municipal, provincial, and federal levels, as well as strategic workforce solutions and business development through our dedicated sales and solutions team.

Environmental

We support environmental compliance through monitoring, research, reporting, and site assessments (Phase I, II, III). Our expertise includes greenhouse gas (GHG) assessment and verification, as well as research initiatives that contribute to environmental sustainability and regulatory adherence.

Infrastructure Management

We offer end-to-end infrastructure solutions (i.e., pre-construction, project management, and operations and maintenance). Our team ensures projects are designed and executed efficiently.

ACHIEVEMENTS

Chief Executive Officer
Dr. Hughie Jones

Dr. Hughie Jones (PhD, Soil Science) is a proud member of the Alexis Nakota Sioux Nation (ANSN), the founder and director of the Waka Mne Science and Culture Initiative, and the Chief Executive Officer of Whitestone Industry Services Ltd. He is passionate about integrating traditional and Western knowledge systems to develop strategic action plans, partnerships, projects, and education programs that empower Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities in the areas of water, food, energy, and land. Dr. Jones earned his MSc. and PhD. in Soil Science under Dr. Andrew Black with the Biometeorology and Soil Physics Group at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Committed to serving the Creator with values, integrity, and strong character, he dedicates his work to advancing sustainable solutions for future generations.

CONTACT INFORMATION

MAIN OFFICE
#305 – 1979 Old Okanagan Highway,
Westbank, BC V4T 3A4

PHONE NUMBER
(250) 222-7591EMAIL
[email protected]