OVERWATCH dRONE sERVICES
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Eyes in the Sky. Intelligence on the Ground.
Our Capabilities
Delivering precision aerial intelligence across Alberta — from industrial patrols, search & recovery & photogrammetry
Industrial & Security
Licensed, insured, and compliance-focused operations across Alberta — day or night. Level 1 Complex RPAS certified, including advanced and BVLOS-enabled operational capability where authorized.
Aerial Security & Site Patrols — Real-time thermal and zoom overwatch for industrial facilities, construction sites, energy assets, and critical infrastructure, supporting early detection, situational awareness, and documented intelligence.
Perimeter & After-Hours Monitoring — Thermal-assisted identification and tracking of trespass, theft, or unauthorized activity around remote or active sites, with incident documentation and coordination support.
Energy & Infrastructure Inspection — Inspection and condition monitoring for oil & gas facilities, pipelines, power lines, substations, transformers, and solar installations using high-resolution visual, thermal, and mapping workflows.
Industrial Mapping & Documentation — 2D/3D site mapping, orthomosaics, and progress documentation for construction, utilities, and energy projects, supporting planning, maintenance, and compliance requirements.
Wildfire & Heat Detection — Early hotspot identification, fire behavior monitoring, and real-time thermal intelligence to support emergency response, asset protection, and operational decision-making.
Wildlife Monitoring & Deterrence — Thermal-enabled wildlife detection near industrial and energy sites to reduce risk, support environmental compliance, and enable safe mitigation actions.
Agricultural Risk & Loss Documentation — Thermal-assisted aerial surveys to support livestock loss investigations, wildlife activity assessment, and insurance-related documentation for agricultural producers.
Community & Commercial
Farm & Livestock Management — Locate missing or injured livestock, monitor grazing areas, and assess fence lines efficiently using aerial and thermal-supported workflows.
Search & Recovery Support — Thermal-equipped aerial search operations to assist in locating lost pets or time-sensitive recoveries, conducted safely and responsibly where permitted.
Real Estate & Land Imaging — High-quality aerial imagery for rural properties, acreage listings, land assessments, and development overviews.
Aerial Photography & Videography — Professional aerial visuals for marketing, events, documentation, and brand storytelling, captured with precision and attention to safety.
OUR MISSION
Licensed. Certified. Insured. Proudly operating across Alberta.
At Overwatch Drone Services, our mission is to redefine situational awareness through precision aerial operations.
From industrial security patrols to farm and wildlife management, we deliver actionable intelligence when and where it matters most.
Every flight is guided by safety, compliance, and integrity — ensuring dependable results for every client, every time.
Backed by Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Certification and licensed through the Alberta Security Services and Investigators Act, Overwatch Drone Services operates to the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and data integrity across all missions.
WHY CHOOSE ODS
At OVERWATCH Drone Services (ODS), professionalism and compliance define every operation.
We combine enterprise-grade technology with field expertise to deliver dependable aerial intelligence for security, industrial, and environmental missions across Alberta.
OUR PROVEN EDGE
✅ Transport Canada Advanced RPAS Certified — Eligible for advanced operations, including controlled airspace with required authorization.
✅ Licensed Alberta Security Services Business — Operating under the Security Services and Investigators Act with full regulatory compliance.
✅ Fully Insured — $2 million liability coverage to protect clients and the public on every mission.
✅ Night & Thermal-Capable Operations — Equipped and trained for after-dark overwatch, wildfire/heat detection, and thermal intelligence.
✅ Professional Fleet — Thermal/zoom platforms and mapping drones optimized for security overwatch, inspection, and photogrammetry.
✅ Data Integrity & Privacy Commitment — Secure, encrypted data handling across cloud and local storage environments, with controlled access and strict client confidentiality at every stage.
✅ Alberta-Wide Coverage — Serving urban, industrial, and remote environments across the province.
✅ Level 1 Complex RPAS Certified — BVLOS-enabled operational capability where authorized.