Skemxist Solutions & Mercer Celgar: A Partnership for Sustainable Forestry

Skemxist Solutions Partnership With Mercer Celgar

Skemxist Solutions, an Osoyoos Indian Band (OIB) Limited Partnership, is proud to partner with Mercer Celgar to jointly operate a log sort yard in Okanagan Falls, BC. This collaboration strengthens our commitment to sustainable forestry, economic development, and responsible resource management.

The partnership will create skilled employment opportunities for OIB members, including log scalers and equipment operators, with comprehensive training to support long-term careers in forestry. The log sort yard will maximize fibre utilization, including processing fire-damaged timber, reducing waste, and upholding globally recognized forestry standards.
Success will be measured by fibre utilization, safety, training achievements, and economic impact—ensuring progress benefits both the environment and our communities. This collaboration exemplifies how Indigenous-led enterprises can integrate traditional knowledge with modern industry practices, fostering long-term prosperity for future generations.