ABOUT US
KESGWUT
Kesgwut is a Dakelh word that means “feet on the ground”. By always feeling the ground, we respect it more and listen to it to help us plan for the future. The Dakelh language is part of the Athapaskan/Dene language group. Dakelh is still spoken and taught today in community and some schools.
RESOURCE
The Dakelh people have lived on this land for thousands of years, working together to respect and honour the rich resources that abound here. Fish, trees, plants, water and the landscape all provide life and prosperity.
MANAGEMENT
Because of the high value of our land and the resources that are within it, management of these resources by individuals, industry and government has never been so important. Working together to include traditional knowledge, current technology, and a common understanding of value will help us succeed in the management of our resources for generations to come.
Steven Nicklie
Nlaka’pamaux (Coldwater) First Nations is Steven’s mother's side located near Merritt, BC. Steven’s father is Ahtna Athabascan and he grew up in Cantwell, Alaska. They met in a small community called Baker Creek, near Quesnel. Steven grew up in the Quesnel and Prince George area most of his life.
Steven moved to Vanderhoof to start his first fulltime job in forestry with Avison Management Services after graduating from the Forest Tech program at CNC and quickly realized that this was the company he wanted to be a part of. Working with Avison for 20 years, Steven learned that forestry has many aspects of managing the forest, wildlife, streams, lakes and the safety of each individual.
Trinda Elwert
Since obtaining a degree in Environmental Science from the University of Manitoba, Trinda has worked in the natural resource sector for close to 20 years. A resident of Vanderhoof since 2007, Trinda has been involved in many different community initiatives, as well as raising her family in the community.
First Nation engagement in resource management is an essential step in the path forward. Team building and trust in working relationships help lead to success for all involved. Joining the Kesgwut team in a project management and client development role, Trinda’s value based views compliment the team.
Pete Lepoidevin
Pete has lived in Northern British Columbia all of his life. Pete has Cree and Metis heritage on his mother’s side, who is originally from Saskatchewan.
Pete currently resides in Vanderhoof and has worked in the natural resource industry for over 20 years. Pete enjoys managing projects from the initial planning phase straight through to final reporting