About Us
At RCH Resource Management, we are dedicated to advancing environmental stewardship through innovative and sustainable solutions. Our expertise lies in fisheries mitigation planning, Stream assessments, watercourse crossings support, environmental assessments, and aquatic resource management, with a particular focus on the unique ecosystems of Northern Canada.
Our team of professionals collaborates closely with clients to develop strategies that link sustainable economic development with ecological integrity. We are committed to integrating scientific research, traditional knowledge, and regulatory requirements to deliver comprehensive and effective environmental solutions.
By fostering partnerships with Indigenous communities, industry stakeholders, and government agencies, we aim to promote responsible natural resource development. At RCH Resource Management, we believe that sustainable development is achievable through informed decision-making and collaborative efforts.
Our mission is to ensure a sustainable future by providing natural resource management solutions that support both economic growth and environmental resilience.
Leadership Team
Randy Haviland, RPBio., P.Biol., QAES
Principal, Senior Biologist
Randy is a professional biologist, registered with both the College of Applied Biology and the Alberta Society of Professional Biologists. With 14 years of experience in biological field assessments, Randy specializes in wildlife and fisheries studies and monitoring programs for oil & gas and mining clients across western Canada. His expertise extends to various stages of project approvals, including initial desktop screenings, designing, and implementing biophysical field programs in compliance with provincial and federal legislation.
Throughout his 14 years in the environmental consulting sector, Randy has been instrumental in securing project-specific approvals from government agencies. His contributions encompass a wide range of submissions: environmental assessments, cumulative effects assessments, environmental as-built reports, technical proposals, TEK studies, and oil and gas project proposals. Randy also has technical expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), statistics, and the design of studies for biological fieldwork and monitoring programs.
Randy’s experience also extends to stakeholder engagement and consulting. He has worked on large-scale projects in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and the Northwest Territories, collaborating with numerous First Nation groups, landowners, government entities, and private organizations. His approach to project coordination and field programs is inclusive and communicative, addressing ongoing socio-economic concerns. As a member of the Metis Nation Randy places particular emphasis on Indigenous engagement, incorporating traditional ecological knowledge, and addressing concerns related to historically sensitive areas.