The Canadian Business Journal April 2026

57 MIKISEW GROUP OF COMPANIES APRIL 2026 « The Canadian Business Journal 56 cultural, educational, and wellness initiatives that strengthen the fabric of the Nation. In its most recent iteration, the event raised six figures and highlighted the power of partnership when business and community rally around shared goals. For Epp, golf is more than a game—it is another way the Group “brings people together, builds relationships, and creates impact beyond the workplace,” reinforcing that the company’s success is measured not just in contracts secured, but in meaningful contributions to the social and cultural life of the Mikisew Cree First Nation. Beyond operational efficiency and technological innovation, the Mikisew Group measures success in terms that extend far beyond the bottom line. For Epp, every project is not only an industrial contract but also a community investment. “Our mandate is simple,” he says. “Create careers. Generate wealth. Support the Mikisew Cree First Nation—today and for generations to come.” This philosophy is evident across the organization’s full-cycle industrial services model. From engineering and heavy civil construction to fabrication, surveying, logistics, commissioning, and maintenance operations, the Group provides end-to-end solutions that reduce dependency on subcontractors, control costs, and streamline schedules. The integration of these services is not just a competitive advantage—it is a strategic choice to strengthen operational certainty and maximize the economic impact for the Nation. The Group’s commitment to workforce development reinforces this vision. By recruiting, training, and mentoring Mikisew citizens across every level of operations, the company builds talent internally rather than relying solely on external hires. Individualized career pathways ensure that employees can grow into skilled trades, equipment operation, and leadership roles, embedding a culture of long-term engagement and loyalty. “We don’t just hire workers,” Epp emphasizes. “We build careers.” The economic ripple effect is tangible. Profits generated from industrial operations are reinvested into social infrastructure projects, including multi-family housing developments in Edmonton, with dedicated units for low- income residents and families of long-term hospital patients. By linking industrial success to community well-being, Mikisew exemplifies a model of economic reconciliation in action. Looking ahead, Epp sees both challenge and opportunity. As the Canadian energy sector evolves with greater emphasis on environmental responsibility, digital innovation, and workforce resilience, the Mikisew Group is positioned to lead. “We’re not just participating in the economy,” he says. “We’re building a Nation— and the future is bright.” “Every project we take on is an investment in both industry and community. That’s the Mikisew way.” www.mikisewgroup.com