YOUR WESTERN CANADIAN SOLUTION
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OUR MANAGEMENT
Heli Source Ltd.’s management team assembles extensive experience from a variety of backgrounds including oil and gas, aerial pipeline leak detection and helicopter fleet management. This combination of skill sets has empowered our company culture which is focused on safety, customer service and satisfaction, employee workplace satisfaction and personal development. We manage logistics with seamless solutions and the desire to continuously improve.
Our crews are highly trained, qualified and experienced external load specialists. Their skills, attention to detail and accuracy, combined with a focus on safety and efficiencies, ensure that our services meet and exceed your job requirement
WHO IS HELI SOURCE?
Heli Source Ltd. is a Canadian helicopter services company headquartered at the Red Deer Regional Airport and serving clients across Western Canada and the United States, with bases in Alberta, Saskatchewan, British Columbia, and South Dakota. Founded in 2011, the company has grown from a small charter operator into a diversified aerial service provider supporting industries such as oil and gas, utilities, forestry, mining, and environmental management. Heli Source specializes in a wide range of operations, including helicopter charter, external load work, pipeline and powerline inspection, seismic support, aerial surveys, and wildlife management.
The company is known for its strong safety culture, adherence to Transport Canada regulations, and commitment to operational excellence in high-demand sectors where reliability is critical. With multiple operating bases and a team of experienced pilots, engineers, and support staff, Heli Source has established itself as a trusted partner for aerial work requiring precision, responsiveness, and industry-specific expertise across a wide geographic footprint.
OUR MISSION
Providing an unprecedented level of customer service and satisfaction creating professional long-term relationships through safe, efficient, cost-effective helicopter services and solutions creating value and profit for our current and future clientele.
OUR VISION
To deliver excellence in our service to our clients. We achieve this by:
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Providing unparalleled customer service
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Creating value for our clients by providing safe, reliable and cost-effective services
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Building strong relationships and respecting all stakeholders in our company
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Using our relationships with clients and employees to provide innovative solutions for our clients’ needs
OUR VALUES
We believe in corporate responsibility. We value those people and those principles which are key to our success. These include:
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Our clients
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Our people
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The safety of our clients and our people
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The environment we live and work in
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Our commitment to customer service and operating with integrity
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The leadership we must demonstrate both within our organization and within our industry
Jim Freake
Tony Hunley
EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP
Tony Hunley and Jim Freake are key leaders behind Heli Source Ltd.. Jim Freake, a veteran pilot and industry entrepreneur, founded the company in 2011 and brought decades of experience in helicopter operations, particularly in oil and gas and utility support. Tony Hunley has played a senior leadership role in growing the business, contributing to its operational expansion, fleet development, and strong client relationships. Together, they have built Heli Source into a respected, safety-focused operator serving demanding sectors across Western Canada.
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT
Jordan and Rijel are key members of the business development team at Heli Source Ltd., driving growth and strengthening client partnerships across Western Canada. Both bring a strong understanding of helicopter operations and the industries Heli Source serves, including oil and gas, utilities, and forestry. They focus on identifying new opportunities, maintaining long-term customer relationships, and aligning operational capabilities with client needs. Their collaborative approach and industry knowledge help position Heli Source as a responsive, solutions-oriented operator in a competitive aerial services market.
Rijel Hunley
Jordan Freake
Lyle Trolley
Philliip Dessureault
OPERATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Lyle Trolley, Operations Manager, and Phillip Dessureault, Director of Maintenance at Heli Source, bring extensive industry experience and leadership to the organization. Together, they oversee daily operations and maintenance excellence, ensuring safety, efficiency, and reliability across all projects while supporting Heli Source’s commitment to high-quality rotary-wing service and customer satisfaction.