About Us

Consulting with Purpose

Trapline Engineering is an aboriginal-owned engineering consulting company based in Yellowknife. We serve clients throughout the Northwest Territories, Nunavut and Yukon.

We are dedicated to providing the highest quality of engineering consultant designs delivered with pride, originality and honesty.

Services

Consulting Engineering in Northern Canada

Engineering Planning

Helping Solve Problems

Our services are tailored to address the unique requirements of each client. We believe in a collaborative approach that spans the entire process, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Contact us today to find out how we can help.

Engineering Design

Designed to Work

Our engineering designs are specifically created to excel in cold climates and remote locations. With our in-house mechanical engineering services and the ability to coordinate other disciplines, we offer integrated designs that meet your unique project requirements.

Construction Administration

Expert Guidance

Construction support services cater to the distinct requirements of your project. We understand the logistical and technical difficulties that arise when building in northern and remote communities.

SAFETY

We are committed to using our resources to provide a safe and healthy workplace by adhering to industry standards while complying with applicable safety legislation along with company policies and procedures relating to workplace safety.

Projects will be completed with an emphasis on excellence and safety. Health and safety are equally valued with business objectives and they will never be compromised.

Meet the Team

Our Team

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Glen Sibbeston, P.Eng.

Principal, Mechanical Engineer

Glen is an experienced mechanical engineer with strong connections to the Métis community of the Northwest Territories. He has been consulting in northern Canada since 2009 with a focus on buildings and associated infrastructure. Glen's first career as a pilot in the Canadian Forces equips him with a host of transferable skills, including a bent for discipline and precision.

Glen's expertise includes HVAC, plumbing, fire protection, automation, and control systems. He has extensive experience in hydronic heating systems including integrating biomass boilers into existing structures such as schools and residential buildings. His designs consider unique challenges, such as permafrost conditions and limited seasonal road access, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency.

With a comprehensive understanding of building codes, materials selection, and energy efficiency principles, Glen creates practical and sustainable designs. From harsh arctic climates to remote locations, his solutions address the unique challenges of Northern Canada and are designed to work.

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Gabriel Armeña, P.Eng.

Mechanical Engineer

Gabriel is a Filipino-Canadian professional engineer specializing in HVAC systems with extensive international experience. With a minimalist and efficient approach, he has worked as a refrigeration and air-conditioning mechanic/supervisor in Papua New Guinea, managed HVAC systems installation in Qatar, and consulted in a U.S. naval and air force base in Diego Garcia.

In addition to HVAC, Gabriel designs building services for various structures, prioritizing compliance with building codes, standards, energy efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. His project experience includes designing ventilation systems for a multipurpose building in British Columbia and transforming a warehouse into a marijuana growth facility in Edmonton. Gabriel has also contributed to the design and renovation of a hockey arena, recreational centers, condominiums, and a wastewater treatment plant.

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Janet Sibbeston

Principal, Finance & Project Manager

Janet is a proud northerner deeply connected to Yellowknife’s gold mining heritage. Growing up in the North, Janet’s roots are intertwined in the region’s rich history, fostering her strong community spirit and love for the unique North.

With a government background spanning court services, legal registries, and land titles, Janet brings a wealth of expertise in dispute resolution, program design, development, and management. She’s known for delivering efficient solutions that get the job done.

Janet has a desire to create structure and predictability within projects. By establishing clear frameworks and processes, she maximized the effectiveness and productivity of staff. Her meticulous attention to detail and excellent communication skills ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with precision.

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