Avaanz Joins SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd.

Avaanz Ltd. (Avaanz) is pleased to announce that, effective February 2, 2026, we have joined SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd. (SLR).

SLR is a global environmental consultancy, empowering clients to shape their sustainability agenda and drive tangible results. With over 4,700 professionals worldwide, SLR provides tailored environmental and engineering services across major industry sectors, including power, energy, industry, infrastructure, mining, built environment, and financial services.

Since 2020, Avaanz has shown exponential growth with a core focus on projects involving Indigenous communities and work within the energy sector. As our team has expanded, so have our capabilities to provide leading advice to support the advancement of community well-being and environmental performance. Aligning with SLR enables us to extend our footprint across Canada, tap into a wider network of technical expertise, and contribute our strengths in socio-economic consulting to a broader market.

SLR brings a wide range of complementary technical services that will enhance our offerings, including expertise in ecology, water, geotechnical, and power engineering. Our shared commitment to community improvement and exceptional client service makes this acquisition a natural fit and positions us to create meaningful impact together.

JME Maxwell, Avaanz, CEO, commented: “Joining a global firm like SLR is opens new opportunities for our team and our clients. It’s a significant step in our evolution, allowing us to extend the reach of our work and reinforce our values. We are eager to combine our strengths with SLR’s and continue advancing our mission of fostering community well‑being and long‑term prosperity on a broader scale.”

Craig Johnston, the Americas Growth Director at SLR, said: “SLR continues to be in an accelerated period of growth, both in our teams and capabilities. Bringing Avaanz into the fold is a testament to that growth and a meaningful addition to our One Team. We have a long history of working together, and this step strengthens our presence in the energy and mining markets while deepening the positive impact we have on our communities.”

We look forward to the opportunities this partnership will bring for our clients, our teams, and the communities we serve.