Elevate Energy Services LTD.

10/08/2026

End of Another Summer Vegetation Management Season

As another summer vegetation management season comes to an end, it’s good to look back at the range of work our crews were able to complete throughout the Fort Nelson region this year.

Our season included large-scale vegetation management programs, industrial and facility herbicide applications, right-of-way maintenance, roadside and utility corridor mulching, mowing, brushing, reclamation support and smaller local maintenance projects. Some projects required larger crews and multiple pieces of equipment working for weeks at a time, while others were a truck, a couple workers and a machine for a day or two.

That variety is something we’ve worked hard to build at Elevate. Having trained local people, the right equipment, and strong safety and operating programs allows us to take on projects of very different sizes without having to bring those resources in from somewhere else. We’ve continued investing back into the business, our people and our equipment to expand what we can offer locally.

It also highlights the amount of contracting capability that exists throughout Fort Nelson. There are some very capable local businesses here doing quality work across vegetation management, civil construction, infrastructure development and maintenance, reclamation, environmental services, safety services, transportation and other industrial work. That local capacity can support everything from oil and gas operations and utilities to infrastructure projects, reclamation programs and community development.

I’d like to see our legacy oil and gas producers, utilities and major contractors make a stronger effort to look locally when that capability exists. Having contractors drive a minimum of four hours just to get to Fort Nelson, then covering hotels, meals and other travel costs for crews staying here for weeks at a time doesn’t always add up when capable contractors, equipment and workers are already based here. Local businesses still have to be competitive, work safely, have the proper equipment and deliver a professional service, but when we can meet those same requirements locally, we should have a fair opportunity to compete for that work.

Every project completed locally helps keep people working here, gives businesses the confidence to invest in more equipment and training, and creates opportunities to build longer-term careers in Fort Nelson. The money spent on those projects continues to circulate through other businesses and families in the community rather than leaving the region when an out-of-town crew packs up and heads home.

There will always be specialized work that requires outside contractors, and there is nothing wrong with that. But there is also a lot of work being done in this region that can be completed locally, safely and competitively.

The more opportunities we can keep here, the more local businesses can invest, hire and grow, and the more capacity we continue to build right here in Fort Nelson.

10/08/2026

Fort Nelson area opportunities!

🚨 NOW HIRING – EMRs | FORT NELSON, BC

Lynkyn Safety Ltd. is looking for 3–4 licensed, experienced Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) for an upcoming camp-based project.

📍 Location: Fort Nelson, BC area
📅 Start Date: January 2027
⏳ Duration: Approximately March/April 2027
💰 Wage: $25–$30/hour, depending on qualifications and experience
🏕️ Accommodations: Camp provided

Applicants must hold valid EMR licensing, have relevant experience, and be reliable and committed to the duration of the project.

Preference given to local applicants.

Interested applicants can send their resumes and certifications to Lynkyn Safety Ltd.

First Nation Owned & Operated Ltd.

Lynkynsafety.com
[email protected]
(778) 890 - 1993

09/29/2026

🏆 September Safety Leadership Award – Linden Dickie

As we wrap up our 2026 summer vegetation programs, we’re recognizing Linden Dickie as our September Safety Leadership Award recipient.

Throughout a busy season, Linden demonstrated adaptability, a strong willingness to learn, and the ability to take on increasing responsibility as conditions, equipment, and work scopes changed. Stepping into a safety leadership role at a young age is no small task. It requires confidence, accountability, attention to detail, and the willingness to speak up and contribute to the safety of the entire crew.

Linden also represents many of the strengths that young, energetic workers bring to our industry. As vegetation management continues to advance, technology, digital reporting, modern equipment, mapping, communications, and new operating practices are becoming increasingly important parts of field work. Younger workers who are comfortable learning and adapting to these tools can bring new ideas, efficiency, and a different perspective to established crews.

At the same time, effective leadership means learning from experienced workers and combining that experience with new technology and approaches. Linden showed considerable growth in that area this season, learning quickly, accepting feedback, adapting to changing field conditions, and becoming a dependable contributor to the crew’s safety culture.

A strong way to close out our summer vegetation season and recognize the next generation of workers developing within our industry.

Congratulations to Linden on earning the September Safety Leadership Award.

09/08/2026

As we celebrate the Labour Day weekend, it’s a fitting opportunity to recognize the people whose hard work, dependability, and commitment continue to drive the success of our field crews. Congratulations to Allen Duntra, recipient of Elevate’s August Safety Leadership Award. Allen earned this recognition by being dependable and consistent with the day-to-day tasks that contribute to a safe and productive crew. His attention to detail, quality reporting, willingness to speak up, and commitment to looking out for those around him demonstrate the kind of everyday leadership that builds trust, accountability, and a strong safety culture in the field.

09/03/2026

There are a lot of similarities between coaching a hockey team and leading a field crew, and many of the same methods that build a strong team on the ice work just as well in our industry. Supporting opportunities for the crew to get together off shift, have some fun and build relationships is an important part of developing crew morale. That time together builds trust, reliability and accountability, qualities that carry directly back onto the job when the days are long, the work is demanding, and everyone needs to know they can depend on the people beside them. A strong crew culture off shift helps build a stronger, safer and more dependable team on shift.

Thank you Poplar Hills Golf & Country Club for hosting the crew and giving everyone a chance to have some fun together before a couple of the guys work their final shifts of the summer!

08/20/2026

As summer begins to wind down, some of our summer students are starting to make their way back to their studies or beginning their post-secondary journey. This time of year marks an important transition for a number of the young workers who have been part of our crews throughout the summer.

Young workers play an important role at Elevate Energy Services. Our work is physically demanding, often takes place in remote environments, and requires employees to adapt quickly to changing conditions, new equipment, safety expectations, and different types of work. Throughout the season, our students have consistently brought energy, adaptability, a willingness to learn, and new perspectives to our crews.

Employing young workers is also an opportunity that we take seriously. For many, a summer position is one of their first exposures to an industrial workplace and the expectations that come with it. As an employer, we have the opportunity to mentor, teach and set the standard for safety, work ethic, professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and leadership that they can carry into their future careers.

The value goes both ways. They gain practical experience and an understanding of what is expected in the workforce, while our company benefits from their enthusiasm, ideas, and willingness to take on new challenges.

We appreciate the contribution our summer students have made and wish those returning to school or beginning the next stage of their education success in the year ahead.

08/17/2026

Aspen just killin’ it with the boys out on Tattoo! ⛑️👏🏽

Keep up the great work, Aspen! We appreciate all the hard work you put in representing Lynkyn Safety out in the field. 🤍

Lynkynsafety.com

08/14/2026

July Safety Leadership Award — Taylor Peddle

Elevate Energy Services is proud to recognize Taylor Peddle as our July Safety Leadership Award recipient.

Taylor has shown a high level of professionalism, consistency, and leadership in how he approaches safety in the field. His commitment to putting safety first, supporting the crew, and contributing to a stronger safety culture reflects the standard we want to continue building across our operations.

This recognition is part of the continued development and innovation of Elevate Energy’s safety management program. Our goal is to create a system that does more than meet basic requirements, we want to encourage meaningful participation, proactive thinking, strong communication, and shared responsibility across the crew.

Our safety incentive program recognizes employees who lead by example, look out for others, and embrace new ways of improving how safety is implemented every day.

Congratulations, Taylor. Your professionalism, consistency, and leadership set a strong example for the crew.

Safety first. Crew first. Continuous improvement.

08/05/2026

Good to see our forest starting to get managed properly in the north!

Salvage logs getting shipped down south before the bugs eat them 🪵

07/31/2026

Fresh cut Friday. 🌱

Multiple clearing attachments to meet your clearing needs.