NORSTRAT is a company that manufactures, supplies, develops and designs thermal and photovoltaic solar panels. The company was established in 1985 by Lee Carson, who spent 20 years on the project. It specializes in the design and manufacture of solar panel products for use in thermal and photovoltaic heating and power systems.
NORSTRAT is owned and run by Lee Carson, a successful long-term member of Canada’s aerospace and military community with a lifetime passion for everything polar. He started out as a photographer before moving into the electrical and mechanical engineering industry. His lifelong interest in space exploration and his knowledge of how to build effective and economical systems have led him to discover that solar energy was a key to the future of both heating and electricity for homes and offices. His vision has spurred the company to become one of the leading firms in the industry. The challenge that they face is the need to develop high quality solar cells. The Canadian government is encouraging this effort and has provided funds to enable this important business to succeed.
A recent article in Global News Online ( NIC Online) reported that Canadian Northern Strategy Advisor, Mr. Carson, was recently hired by the Canadian government to lead a new strategic review of its energy policies. This is typical of a large number of private sector consulting companies that have recently been hired by government agencies tasked with implementing elements of the national northern strategy. Carson’s appointment comes at a time when Canadian officials are struggling to find ways to reduce greenhouse gas emissions while maintaining the reliability of the economy. Much of the work on the energy front is being done through a variety of different means. One such approach is consulting firms.
CANSPAS – A division of the Canadian Northern Economic Research Council (NRECA) provides “canadian independent” consulting services on a fee-based basis. Their website states that the council is an independent non-profit organization that provides state-of-the-art analytical and research methodology to address the complex issues facing Canada’s economy. In addition to their report authors, the council offers a library with hundreds of articles by leading researchers, business leaders and others who are considered experts in their particular fields. In addition, the council offers online publications focusing on various issues related to the economy, including energy. Not only does CANSPAS offer its members access to a rich pool of expertise, they also offer them a great deal of training in a wide range of topics related to the economy. This includes topics related to transportation, manufacturing, services, and the physical security of Canadians.
Security Consulting – Another example of a consulting firm that is closely tied to the Canadian economy is SERI Canada. As you might expect,SERI Canada specializes in providing independent and objective information to businesses, consumers and governments on the security and protection of Canada’s North America regions. This organization is one of three that make up the National Capital Region (NCR). As is evident from the website, this non-profit organization strives to promote awareness of the importance of security and protection for the people and economy of the “North”.
Another example of a consulting firm that provides independent research and analytical support to the Canadian private and public sector is NIOSH Canada. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) is a not-for-profit organization that is responsible for the identification, assessment and prevention of occupational safety and health problems. Through its network of over 750 institutions, including hospitals, it monitors developments in the occupational health field and educates the public about the hazards of job exposure to asbestos. Among its activities include the identification, evaluation and prevention of accidents at work, development of standards of personal protective equipment and other practices related to safe workplaces, and research and analysis of occupational health issues. As mentioned, along with being a non-profit organization, NIOSH offers training and educational opportunities for its members and a free website where you can access valuable information on their services.
A third organization, Canadian Security Solutions, or CSIS, has emerged as another important player in the field of independent consulting in the north. As mentioned, CIOS was formed in 2021 by four former executives from the Department of National Defense. They were former Canadian government employees who wanted to improve safety conditions in the workplace. Today, CIOS offers a wide range of consulting services that address a number of issues related to the northern regions.
Overall, the private sector has continued to expand in the north while the government continues to develop infrastructure in order to provide services to the communities in the region. In this way, both the private and public sectors have continued to interact and work hand-in-hand in order to support each other’s goals and ensure an effective solution to the challenges facing the communities in the north. These three consulting firms are an excellent example of how the private sector and the government working together to develop successful strategies for the protection of the Canadian economy in the ever-changing north.
