Ameriwest Lithium Inc. engages in the acquisition, exploration, and development of mineral properties in Canada. The company focuses on exploring Nevada's Deer Musk East property, totaling 5,600 acres located in the prolific Clayton Valley; the Railroad Valley property, totaling 6,200 acres; and the Edwards Creek Valley totaling 16,940 acres. Its resource portfolio includes the ESN Project, located in White Pine County, Nevada; and the Koster Dam property, located in the Clinton Mining Division of British Columbia.

The company was formerly known as Oakley Ventures Inc. and changed its name to Ameriwest Lithium Inc. in April 2021.