The Canadian Business Journal April 2026

49 MIKISEW GROUP OF COMPANIES APRIL 2026 « The Canadian Business Journal 48 At the same time, Epp is clear that the organization is not standing still. “Oil sands remain an important revenue stream and a key source of careers for Mikisew citizens,” he says. “But because of the cyclical nature of the sector, we’re also looking at other industries and service areas that support jobs and wealth creation for the future.” From Standalone Services to Integrated Solutions One of the Mikisew Group’s defining strengths is the breadth of its operating platform. Across 11 joint ventures, two wholly owned companies, and majority ownership in several private enterprises, the Group delivers a wide range of industrial services, including engineering, heavy civil construction, fabrication, surveying, logistics, commissioning, crane and transportation services, and long-term maintenance. Individually, these businesses are well established. Increasingly, they are being integrated. “We have a full-cycle service offering— from engineering all the way through to maintenance,” Epp says. “What we’re doing now is bringing that together as one solution.” The move toward integrated delivery allows the Group to self-perform more work, reduce complexity for clients, and gain tighter control over scheduling and logistics. “As the market tightens, efficiency becomes critical. Being able to control more of the work internally makes a real difference.” For operators managing large, multi-year assets, that approach offers fewer interfaces, greater predictability, and improved execution certainty. Technology as an Enabler of Performance Technology is increasingly shaping how oil sands facilities operate, and Mikisew is investing accordingly. The organization is rolling out new