GIS & Geomatics
Mapping the information that moves natural resource decisions forward.
What We Do
OUR CORE SERVICES
PRI's GIS and geomatics team delivers industry-leading spatial analysis, remote sensing, and data management services for the natural resource sector — working in close collaboration with our forestry and ecology specialists to provide strategic planning and comprehensive decision support. Backed by over a century of combined technical expertise, we apply cutting-edge geospatial tools and innovative open-source technology to solve complex resource management problems at any scale. From advanced data acquisition — LiDAR, drone, and InSAR — through to sophisticated spatial modelling and interactive boardroom dashboards, we support clients across the full data lifecycle. Based in Western Canada, we serve a diverse global client base including Indigenous communities, government agencies, private investment firms, and community forests, helping each harness the power of spatial data to balance environmental, social, and economic objectives.
GIS, Remote Sensing, Mapping & Spatial Analysis
THE RIGHT PERSPECTIVE CHANGES EVERYTHING
PRI offers advanced Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and remote sensing services to support effective land and resource management. Our team helps visualize, analyze and communicate what matters to you. Through the use of advanced and innovative open-source geospatial tools in addition to ESRI ArcGIS and online platforms, we provide decision-making support and mapping for your business.
- Spatial Data Management & Analysis
- Data Entry Programs for Mobile Devices
- Constraint Analysis
- Customized Online WebMaps and WebApps
- Database Analysis, Development and Maintenance
- Mapping: Site Plans, Change Detection, Flood Hazard, Burn Severity & More
- Hydrology Assessments for Watersheds & Stream Classifications across landscapes using remote sensing.
Imagery, LiDAR, InSAR & Drone Data Acquisition & Processing
CAPTURING PRECISION DETAIL THAT THE GROUND CAN'T ALWAYS SHOW YOU
PRI strives to facilitate the collection of imagery, LiDAR and InSAR to cost-effectively meet client needs. From drone-based video capture to satellite-derived terrain models, we offer end-to-end solutions for remote sensing & imagery data acquisition, processing and analysis.
Dashboards, Workflow, Automation & Programming
CUSTOM TOOLS THAT PUT THE RIGHT INFORMATION AT YOUR FINGERTIPS
PRI leverages cutting-edge tools and programming to streamline operations, enhance decision-making, and deliver actionable insights. Our expertise spans interactive dashboards and workflow automation, helping clients unlock the full potential of their data. Whether it’s real-time data monitoring, custom geospatial analysis, or automated reporting, we build smart, scalable solutions tailored to client needs.
- PowerBI, Tableau, RShiny & Excel
- Scripting: Python, ArcPy, Pandas, Geopandas, R & Various R Packages, SQL, VBA, Java, Bash, HTML, AML and perl