McTavish was founded 30 years ago with a simple mission: to heal the land.
Founder Bruce McTavish started with land reclamation after mine closures, researching and growing plants that could survive in reclaimed soils. That work grew into a small consultancy rooted in science, solutions, business and relationships.
Over time, Bruce’s sons, Matt and Justin, joined the company, bringing academic training in horticulture and environmental science, further developing relationships with industry and community.
What started as a family-run operation expanded to a business serving multidisciplinary project needs. The first major breakthrough was a contract to lead environmental management for a province-wide geotechnical program. From an upstairs office in Bruce’s house to a growing firm with 60+ staff and four regional offices, McTavish has always done things differently.
We’ve built our reputation through partnerships and relationships, not just results: getting to know landowners, communities and varied interest-holders, listening and showing up with honest answers.
Today, we’re proud to be a responsive, deeply human company with a highly technical and diverse team. We are always ready for the challenge. We empower our people to take ownership in their work and bring an entrepreneurial spirit to every project. Wherever we go, we prioritize local knowledge and partnerships, because good environmental work starts with understanding the place.
We’re not just consultants. We’re neighbours, partners, collaborators and people who care deeply about doing the right thing.
For the land, for communities and for the future.