Safety
We ensure secure environments for all stakeholders.
At Salish Soils, we believe that waste can be a renewable resource. Our mission is to enable a circular, regenerative, and resilient future for our community by transforming waste while respecting the Earth. Rooted in Coast Salish traditions, we combine innovation with cultural heritage to create lasting environmental and social impact.
As an Indigenous-led company, our roots run deep. We honor the wisdom of our ancestors while embracing the possibilities of tomorrow. Our leadership reflects the values of stewardship, interconnectedness, and respect for the land. Through every decision we make, we weave together ancient knowledge with modern innovation—ensuring our work not only serves our community today but for generations to come. Rooted in Coast Salish knowledge, our work celebrates Indigenous heritage while embracing forward-thinking solutions for a better future.
As an Indigenous-led company, our roots run deep. We honor the wisdom of our ancestors while embracing the possibilities of tomorrow. Our leadership reflects the values of stewardship, interconnectedness, and respect for the land. Through every decision we make, we weave together ancient knowledge with modern innovation—ensuring our work not only serves our community today but for generations to come. Rooted in Coast Salish knowledge, our work celebrates Indigenous heritage while embracing forward-thinking solutions for a better future.
We see potential where others see waste. By harnessing the magic of the circular economy, we breathe new life into things. This isn’t just about reducing waste—it’s about reimagining how we interact with resources. Through innovation and intention, we create closed-loop systems that heal the earth while empowering communities.
We see potential where others see waste. By harnessing the magic of the circular economy, we breathe new life into things. This isn’t just about reducing waste—it’s about reimagining how we interact with resources. Through innovation and intention, we create closed-loop systems that heal the earth while empowering communities.
Our vision extends beyond sustainability—we aim to regenerate. Every action we take is designed to restore and revitalize ecosystems, ensuring that we give back more than we take. From improving soil health to fostering resilient communities, our impact is a ripple effect of renewal. For us, transformation isn’t just a goal—it’s a responsibility and a promise.
Our vision extends beyond sustainability—we aim to regenerate. Every action we take is designed to restore and revitalize ecosystems, ensuring that we give back more than we take. From improving soil health to fostering resilient communities, our impact is a ripple effect of renewal. For us, transformation isn’t just a goal—it’s a responsibility and a promise.
We ensure secure environments for all stakeholders.
We drive forward-thinking solutions and embrace creativity to foster positive change.
We prioritize restoring natural systems and community well-being.
We celebrate Indigenous heritage and promote equity.
We strengthen relationships and foster inclusivity.
We care for the Earth with respect and responsibility.
We partner with local and global organizations to achieve shared goals.
A year of growth: Some news highlights of the awards and recognitions we have received.
In 2025 Aaron Joe, Founder & CEO of Salish Soils, was recognised as a winner in the Pacific region of the prestigious EY Entrepreneur of the Year Pacific programme, administered by Ernst & Young (EY). This accolade celebrates exceptional entrepreneurs who demonstrate innovation, resilience and community-impact, and it highlights Salish Soils’ leadership in Indigenous-led, circular-economy transformation of organic waste into regenerative soil products. By combining First Nations stewardship principles with advanced organics recycling technologies, the company diverts thousands of tonnes of food scraps, green waste and biosolids annually—creating enhanced soils, restoring land and supporting Indigenous employment.
Learn MoreIn 2025 Aaron Joe was recognized by Long-time media brand Business in Vancouver (BIV) with a C-Suite Award, honouring senior executives whose leadership advances business growth, culture and innovation in British Columbia. The award spotlights Salish Soils’ CEO for building an Indigenous-led enterprise that blends regenerative agriculture, waste diversion and economic inclusion, proving that business can heal as well as grow. His leadership helps position Salish Soils as a major player in the organics recycling and soil-manufacturing sector, while emphasizing strong Indigenous governance, sustainability and community impact.
Learn MoreSalish Soils was honoured in 2025 with the Indigenous Business Award - Business of the Year in the 11+ employee category, awarded by the BC Achievement Foundation. This recognition celebrates Indigenous-owned enterprises that exhibit strong growth, innovation, community benefit and partnership across Indigenous and non-Indigenous economies. Salish Soils’ award acknowledges its role as a leading Indigenous enterprise on British Columbia’s Sunshine Coast: transforming organic waste streams into high-quality compost, mulch and custom soil blends, while driving Indigenous employment, land stewardship and breakthrough circular-economy models.
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