Built for the Field.
Rooted in This Land.
How Kermode Overland Is Equipping Government Field Operations Across Canada
Indigenous-Owned Business
When a conservation officer heads into the backcountry before dawn, or a DFO biologist spends three weeks monitoring salmon habitat along a remote coastal river, the equipment in their truck isn’t an afterthought — it’s the difference between a productive deployment and a failed one.
At Kermode Overland, we build the systems that make those deployments work.
We’re an Indigenous-owned vehicle outfitting and mobile field equipment company based in Nanaimo, British Columbia. We supply and install aluminum canopies, bed and roof rack systems, rooftop tents, vehicle awnings, and cargo storage solutions for trucks and fleet vehicles operating in demanding Canadian conditions — coastal rain, mountain backcountry, northern winters, and everything in between.
Why Indigenous Ownership Matters for Government Procurement
Canada’s federal government has committed to directing a minimum of 5% of all procurement spending to Indigenous businesses annually. Provincial governments across the country are moving in the same direction.
That commitment means something real: when a government agency needs field equipment, choosing a qualified Indigenous supplier isn’t just a policy checkbox — it’s an investment back into the communities that steward the land those field crews are working on.
Kermode Overland is registered as an Indigenous-owned business and listed in the Canadian Indigenous Business Directory. We meet the eligibility requirements under the federal ProcuremFor procurement officers looking to meet their Indigenous procurement targets with a supplier who actually delivers — we’re here.
What We Supply
Our product line is purpose-built for organizations that operate in remote and rugged environments:
Truck Canopies & Secure Storage
Aluminum gullwing canopies and secure cargo enclosures for field operations requiring lockable, weather-proof equipment transport. Ideal for conservation officers, resource management crews, and inspection teams.
Bed Rack & Roof Rack Systems
Mid-height and full-height bed rack systems, roof platforms, and tonneau-compatible configurations for carrying gear, fuel, water, and monitoring equipment on long-haul deployments.
Rooftop Tents & Field Shelter
Hard-shell and soft-shell rooftop tents for crews operating in areas without basecamp infrastructure. Compact, fast-deploying, and built for Canadian weather.
Vehicle Awnings
180°, 270°, and straight awning configurations for creating mobile work stations in the field — for equipment setup, impromptu meetings, or weather protection during field surveys.
Turnkey Field Operations Packages
We configure complete truck builds for specific operational requirements: remote work and monitoring setups, mobile storage and equipment transport systems, and overland and backcountry access builds. Tell us what your crew does and we’ll spec the right solution.
Who We Serve
Our customers include organizations operating in:
- Natural resource management — forestry, fisheries, wildlife, parks
- Environmental monitoring — water quality, habitat assessment, species surveys
- Infrastructure and land management — remote site access, equipment transport
- Emergency response — mobile command support, field deployment logistics
- Indigenous community services — band administration, land stewardship, ranger programs
We understand the operational realities of working across British Columbia and beyond — because we’re from here.
Our Service Area
Vancouver Island: Local supply and professional installation from our Nanaimo location. We work with you to spec, source, and install the right system for your vehicle.
British Columbia: Supply and logistics across the province, including remote and northern locations.
Canada-Wide: We coordinate freight shipments coast to coast, including oversized loads. If your fleet is in Whitehorse, Thunder Bay, or anywhere in between, we can get your equipment there.
Relevant Procurement Codes
For government buyers and procurement officers, Kermode Overland operates under the following codes:
NAICS
- 423120 – Motor Vehicle Supplies
- 441330 – Auto Parts & Accessories
- 811121 – Automotive Body & Interior
GSIN
- N2540 – Vehicle Accessories
- N2510 – Vehicle Bodies & Components
- N8340 – Tents
- N8345 – Field Equipment
- S2190 – Installation Services
Let’s Talk
Whether you’re a procurement officer looking to qualify an Indigenous supplier, an operations manager trying to outfit a field crew, or a fleet coordinator looking for a reliable regional partner — we’d like to hear from you.
We’re a small company that moves fast, communicates clearly, and knows our products inside and out. We don’t have a call centre. When you reach out to Kermode Overland, you’re talking to the people who will actually handle your order.
Chris Cathers — Kermode Overland
Nanaimo, British Columbia
Kermode Overland is an Indigenous-owned business listed in the Government of Canada’s Indigenous Business Directory. We welcome inquiries from federal and provincial procurement offices, fleet managers, and operations teams across Canada.