Helping Indigenous Communities with Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Consulting

At T. Harris Environmental Management Inc. (THEM), we proudly aspire to partner with First Nations, Métis, and Inuit communities across Ontario and Quebec to deliver environmental consulting services grounded in respect, collaboration, and community-led priorities. 

With over 45 years of experience, we have helped Indigenous communities protect the health of their people, homes, and environment, both now and for future generations. 

Why Indigenous Communities Choose THEM 

We offer more than services; we build relationships. 

Our commitment includes: 

Support for Community-Defined Goals:  

From safe drinking water to healthier homes and regulatory compliance, we work with you, not around you. 

Long-Term Partnerships: 

We prioritize trust-building and mutual respect, not short-term contracts. 

Respect for Traditional Knowledge:  

We listen first and adapt our process to align with your timelines, leadership structures, and decision-making practices.   

We’ve supported projects through Band Council Resolutions (BCRs), federal funding alignments, and community health initiatives with transparency and care. 

Our Core Services 

We tailor our environmental and occupational health services to meet the unique needs of each community: 

Water & Air Quality Testing 

Ensure safe drinking water, improve indoor air quality, and assess lead and ventilation conditions. 

Includes: Drinking water sampling, Reg. 170/03 compliance support, and IAQ assessments for homes, schools, and public buildings. 

Hazardous Materials & Building Safety 

Identify risks in housing, schools, and community spaces. 

Includes: Asbestos, mould, PCBs, designated substances, and contaminated soil investigations. 

Education & Community Training 

Knowledge-sharing is part of every engagement. 

Includes: Lunch & Learns, training sessions, and Q&A workshops, all available in-person or virtually. Certificates and handouts are included. 

Band Council Resolution (BCR) & Funding Support 

We simplify complex regulations to help unlock funding and meet reporting requirements. 

Includes: Environmental reviews, designated substance surveys, and tailored reports for Indigenous Services Canada (ISC), BCRs, and other programs. 

What Makes Us Different? 

  • Small-Team Flexibility – We adapt quickly to your needs, timelines, and capacity. 
  • Plain-Language Reporting – No jargon. Just clear, useful information your team can act on. 
  • Commitment to Giving Back – We support community events, offer fair pricing, and build capacity through education and training. 
  • Community Wellbeing – Our services are focused on healthier homes, safer buildings, and long-term sustainability. 

Community Feedback

“T. Harris Environmental Management Inc. helped us with recording our Asset Retirement Obligation assessments for our community. 

From the beginning, their team was responsive and knowledgeable. They took the time to understand our needs and worked closely with management to ensure everything was done properly and safely. 

One of the things that stood out most was their specific knowledge around the newly emerging accounting standards, PS-3280. Their prompt work supported our efforts to meet regulatory requirements under tight deadlines. 

We appreciated how they used well-defined criteria and provided clear reports in making their assessment. Overall, our experience with T. Harris Environmental Management Inc. was quite smooth. 

We would feel confident recommending their services to other Indigenous communities looking for trusted environmental or health and safety support.”

– Dakota, Hiawatha First Nation

Ready to Start the Conversation? 

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