Business Details
15 Years
experience
Your Partner for Industrial Construction & Renewable Energy Projects
Founded in 2011 by Dean Fraser and Nick Stewart, CDN Controls has grown into Western Canada's leading provider of industrial construction, automation, and renewable energy solutions. With 12 branches across Alberta and British Columbia, we deliver full-scope services including electrical and instrumentation maintenance, solar project execution, and major infrastructure development. Our strategic acquisitions, such as Exile Automation and Inphase Electric, have expanded our capabilities while maintaining our commitment to relationship-driven service. Recognized as one of Alberta's Top 50 Fastest Growing Companies, we pioneered Canada's first Indigenous partnership-focused business model, achieving formal partnerships with eight Indigenous nations. Our team of certified professionals adheres to rigorous safety standards and holds industry-leading certifications, including PAR Committed Phase III from the Canadian Council of Indigenous Business. Through annual ESG reporting and a 1.5% EBITDA community investment commitment, we demonstrate accountability beyond regulatory requirements.With over 1,000 combined years of industry experience among our leadership team, we combine technical expertise with operational excellence to deliver systems that perform. Our in-house fabrication capabilities and 7,500-square-foot PV shop enable faster project execution, while our 20-year track record in oil and gas informs our approach to complex industrial challenges. As the first Canadian instrumentation provider for major LNG projects, we continue to set benchmarks for innovation and reliability in energy infrastructure.
Services
Electrical Maintenance
Solar Projects
Automation Systems
Major Construction
Communication Infrastructure
Emissions Reduction
Gas Measurement
Control Panels
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of combined leadership experience in energy infrastructure
- First Canadian instrumentation provider for major LNG projects
- 8 formal Indigenous partnerships across Western Canada
- Annual ESG reporting since 2020 with 1.5% EBITDA community investment
- In-house fabrication and 7,500 sq ft PV solar harness shop
Associations and certifications
- Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB) PAIR Committed Phase III
- Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business PAR Committed certification
Services
Electrical & Instrumentation Maintenance
Our Electrical & Instrumentation division provides comprehensive maintenance and construction services for industrial clients. We handle complete project lifecycles from planning to ongoing maintenance, with in-house parts inventory and repair capabilities. Our document control ensures compliance with industry standards while reducing procurement wait times through stocked components.
Renewables & Solar
We deliver full-service electrical solutions for industrial solar farms, including our proprietary pre-assembled PV harness systems. Our Brooks, Alberta facility produces field-ready solar wiring solutions that reduce installation time by eliminating on-site wire processing. With 203 million meters of wire sold annually, we combine bulk supply with expert field construction and SCADA integration.
Automation Systems
Our automation services cover SCADA, DCS, PLC, and HMI systems integration for oil and gas, manufacturing, and water treatment sectors. As Rockwell Automation Silver Integrators, we provide end-to-end solutions from design to ongoing support, including system modernization and compliance with IEEE standards.
Major Project Construction
We manage construction projects from greenfield development to modular facility builds, with specialized expertise in power generation and process systems. Our approach combines cost analytics, quality control, and commissioning services to ensure timely delivery of complex infrastructure projects across Western Canada.
Communication Infrastructure
We design and implement industrial communication systems including radio networks, fiber optics, and wireless infrastructure. Our services cover spectrum compliance, tower deployment, and SCADA optimization using advanced diagnostic equipment to ensure reliable remote operations for energy sector clients.
People
Dean Fraser
Chief Executive Officer & Founder
Founded CDN in 2011, Dean Fraser leads strategic growth through relationship-building partnerships. With expertise in HSE programs and business development, he has grown CDN to 12 branches while maintaining its core values of trust and collaboration across Indigenous partnerships and industry operations.
Nick Stewart
Chief Operating Officer & Founder
As COO and co-founder, Nick Stewart oversees operational growth with a focus on safety excellence. A 20-year oil and gas veteran, he expanded CDN's capabilities through strategic acquisitions while maintaining rigorous standards in procurement, major projects, and automation divisions.
Jennifer Ezekiel
VP, ESG & Strategy
Jennifer Ezekiel leads CDN's environmental, social, and governance initiatives with 18 years of sustainability expertise. She directs Indigenous partnerships and community investment programs, positioning CDN as an industry ESG leader through annual reporting and strategic community engagement frameworks.
Questions
What industries does CDN Controls serve?
We serve oil and gas, renewable energy, water treatment, manufacturing, and agriculture sectors with specialized electrical, automation, and construction solutions.
Do you offer solar project services outside Alberta?
Yes, our Brooks, Alberta PV shop ships pre-assembled solar harnesses across North America while maintaining field construction capabilities in British Columbia and Saskatchewan.
How does CDN ensure project quality?
We implement rigorous document control processes, in-house quality assurance, and compliance with IEEE standards through dedicated project management teams and certified technicians.
What makes CDN different from competitors?
Our unique Indigenous partnership model, annual ESG reporting commitment, and vertically integrated services from design to maintenance create differentiated value for clients.
Can you handle large-scale industrial projects?
Yes, our Major Projects division manages multi-million-dollar constructions with specialized expertise in modular builds, power generation, and process system integration across Western Canada.