• Commander 3 XL

      Draganflyer Commander2

      Vital Intelligence

      Payloads and Sensors

      Software

      Heavy Lift Drone

      Precision Delivery System

      Starling X.2

      Commander 3XL Hybrid

      Draganfuel Ignite 70cc

      Long-range LiDAR

      Legacy Products

      Past Projects and Concepts

  • News
  • Investors

Draganfly Selected as an Exclusive Partner of the Ulkatcho First Nation’s, Ulkatcho Group of Companies to provide UAV Solutions, Services, Training, Public Safety, and Emergency Response within the Ulkatcho First Nation

Share This Post

Prince George, BC. February 13, 2024 – Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO) (CSE: DPRO) (FSE: 3U8A) (“Draganfly” or the “Company”), an award-winning, industry-leading drone solutions and systems developer, is pleased to announce that it has been selected by the Ulkatcho Group of Companies (“UGoC”) to provide and expand UAV solutions and capabilities within the Ulkatcho First Nation’s Traditional Territory which will include, but are not limited to Commercial UAV services for Mapping & Survey, Resource & Wildlife Management, Training, Emergency Response & Wildfire Monitoring.

The Ulkatcho First Nation is one of Canada’s largest landowners, encompassing a vast expanse from the west coast to the interior of British Columbia, rich in natural resources.

The UGoC, the corporate arm of the Ulkatcho First Nation, is actively engaged in developing meaningful Public-Private-Community Partnerships (PPCP) for sustainable Multi Inputs Area Development (MIAD), through Blended Financing – in various projects and initiatives that promote community & regional economic development for greater business and employment opportunities for the Ulkatcho First Nation Members.

This initiative aims to enhance and broaden UAV solutions and capabilities within both the Ulkatcho First Nation Traditional Territory and the wider Cariboo-Chilcotin Region, encompassing an array of services, including Commercial UAV services for Mapping & Survey, Resource & Wildlife Management, Training, Emergency Response, and Wildfire Monitoring.

“Draganfly is honored to engage in this forward-thinking partnership with the Ulkatcho Group of Companies,” said Cameron Chell, President and CEO of Draganfly. “ This initiative represents more than the integration of advanced UAV technology within the Ulkatcho First Nation Traditional Territory; it’s about fostering community growth, resilience, and self-sufficiency through innovative and tailored solutions. Our commitment extends beyond providing UAV services, including comprehensive training, enhancing Emergency Response mechanisms, and pioneering Wildfire Monitoring techniques. We are dedicated to closely collaborating with the Ulkatcho Group of Companies to ensure that our UAV solutions meet their unique needs and support their remarkable journey toward sustainable development and empowerment.”

“The partnership with Draganfly marks a transformative moment for the Ulkatcho Group of Companies. It aligns with our vision of harnessing technology to enhance economic development and employment creation in the “new economy” and opens another chapter for business development in the Region,” said Al-Nashir Jamal, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Ulkatcho Group of Companies. “This endeavour, encompassing Commercial UAV services, specialized training for Emergency Response, Wildfire Monitoring, and Mineral Exploration, is set to strengthen the Ulkatcho First Nation’s resilience against natural challenges. This partnership is a testament to our commitment to innovation to create a better quality of life for the Ulkatcho First Nation Members.”

The signing ceremony took place on February 8th at 3 PM PST at the Courtyard Marriott Hotel, in Prince George.

About Draganfly

Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO; CSE: DPRO; FSE: 3U8A) is the creator of quality, cutting-edge drone solutions, software, and AI systems that revolutionize how organizations ‌do business and service their stakeholders. Recognized as being at the forefront of technology for over 24 years, Draganfly is an award-winning industry leader serving the public safety, agriculture, industrial inspections, security, mapping, and surveying markets. Draganfly is a company driven by passion, ingenuity, and the need to provide efficient solutions and first-class services to its customers around the world with the goal of saving time, money, and lives.

For more information on Draganfly, please visit us at www.draganfly.com.
For additional investor information, visit https://www.thecse.com/en/listings/technology/draganfly-inc, https://www.nasdaq.com/market-activity/stocks/dpro, or https://www.boerse-frankfurt.de/equity/draganfly-inc-1.

Media Contact
Arian Hopkins
Email: media@draganfly.com

Company Contact
Email: info@draganfly.com

Subscribe To Our Newsletter

More To Explore

Alabama State University Launches Draganfly Drone Technology Course

Draganfly’s experienced team is sharing their vast industry knowledge with a variety of ASU faculty members and students. The program provides an introduction to unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and explores advanced topics including regulations, airspace operations, and…

Draganfly Deploys Versatile Situational Assessment Drones to Ukraine

The Situational Assessment Drones were received by Iryna Vashchuk Discipio, President of RSU, and members of her staff, including pilots, at a facility in Poland on June 10, 2022. The drones were then transported to Ukraine, where the Company’s experienced pilots conducted a…

Draganfly Announces New Long Range LiDAR System

Draganfly’s Long Range LiDAR system is able to provide accurate distance measurements and improved resolution over conventional photogrammetry methods. With a scanning range of 750 meters, the Company’s system is able to produce 0.5-centimeter point cloud precision with…

Learn more about our Custom Solutions

Contact our team to discuss our ready-to-ship, turnkey commercial drones and custom solutions.

© Draganfly Innovations Inc. 2024 All Rights Reserved.
Facebook Linkedin Instagram Youtube

DRIVING THE FUTURE OF DRONES SINCE THE PRE-DRONE ERA

  • First drone to save a life.
  • First-to-market with quadcopter drones.
  • First to leverage lithium batteries to triple flight times.
  • Work with the first choice for dynamic drone innovation.

CONTACT

NEWSLETTER

Website designed and developed by
Terms & Conditions

Tim Dunnigan

ADVISOR

Tim Dunnigan is a thought leader and serial entrepreneur who served 22-years in the U.S. Army as a Soldier, NCO, and Commissioned Officer where he filled a myriad of dynamic leadership roles and global assignments, including three combat tours of duty. His 20-years of entrepreneurial success is guided by transformational ideas and ventures in technology, innovation, and education. Tim is the CEO & Founder at CaptureTec, LLC – a Center for Verification and Evaluation Certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (CVE SDVOSB) focused on leadership consultation, systems integration, and solutions that provide data capture for infrastructure assets using aerial, static, and mobile scanning technologies. As the COO and Co-founder at Talon Aerolytics, Tim architected the nation’s largest aerial drone services provider from inception to all 50 states serving clients including AT&T, Nokia, T-Mobile, Ericsson, and Verizon. As the CEO & Founder at Strategic Integration (CVE SDVOSB), Tim developed the CTED (Create, Test, Educate, Deploy) turnkey business model for defense consulting and technology integration, while serving America’s interests abroad through multiple U.S. DoD classified hardware and software contracts in the U.S. and overseas. Additionally, Tim is the Founder of Innovalearn, where he created education content for clients including Aflac, Synovus, Subway, and Cox Communications; the Founder of iK9 (CVE SDVOSB), where he co-authored the Veterans Administration (VA) training protocols for service dogs for Veterans with PTSD; and the Co-founder of GameLink Lounge, where he architected innovative entertainment concepts for Service Members and their families on Military installations across the U.S.

Tim is also the Founder of the I’m a Hero Too Foundation [501(c)(3)] and a children’s book author. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Human Development, a Master’s Degree in Organizational Leadership and Management, and has completed 2-years of PhD studies in Adult Education at Auburn University. Tim’s been awarded 6 patents and currently has two patents pending on an aerial drone delivery system he developed to fill capability gaps he witnessed during his multiple trips to Ukraine.

The Future of Drone Surveillance

SAVING TIME, MONEY, AND LIVES.

Short–range drone surveillance has experienced significant attention thanks to its low cost and efficiency. Long-range drone surveillance beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) is now on the horizon and is set to amplify cost savings regarding resources and time spent on data collection.
Download the Free White Paper
This website uses cookies to improve user experience. By using our website, you consent to all cookies with accordance with our Cookie Policy.

The Future of Drone Delivery

A WORLD WITHIN REACH

Demand for drone hardware and services has never been greater. From emergency medical deliveries to agricultural management; community, government, and corporate drone usage is expected to see enormous growth up to and beyond 2028.

Download the Free White Paper