Our Story

From humble beginnings to a thriving Part of Vancouver Island, discover the Drive behind our company.

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Knappett Industries is an employee-owned general contractor, based out of Nanaimo, with additional offices in Courtney and Fort St. John. Since Commencing operations in 1988, Knappett Industries has grown into the leading supplier of contracting services for electrical and civil infrastructure, site servicing, and full-service construction needs on Vancouver Island and Northern BC.

Safety

At Knappett Industries, safety isn’t just a priority—it’s woven into our DNA. Our unwavering commitment to creating safe working environments for our employees drives everything we do. As a WorkSafe BC COR certified company, we maintain an exceptional ranking, and we embrace a culture of continual improvement, ensuring that every job site adheres to the highest safety standards.

Training

We believe that great a company has great staff. We invest in our employees by funding training, education, and personal growth. By providing our teams with the training they need, they can perform at their best, and find fulfillment in a job well done.

Environment Stewardship

Our work can significantly impact the environment, so we prioritize responsible practices. Collaborating with exceptional environmental consultants, we’ve developed precise control methods. From mitigation plans to biodegradable lubricants, we consider the environment in every aspect of our work.

Giving Back

Giving back to the community that supports us is one of our founding principles. We use this as a guiding principle and make meaningful contributions to improve the lives of those in need within our community. We support wonderful organization like “Golf for Kids” and “The Nanaimo Hospital Foundation” and have donated over $134,000 to local charities over the past 5 years.