Canadian safety consultants on a mission to send everyone home safe
At TruStar Safety, our story is rooted in a deep commitment to workplace well-being and a passion for fostering strong safety cultures across Canada. We were founded with the vision of simplifying complex OHS regulations and making expert guidance accessible to every business, in every province and territory.
Our team brings together years of hands-on experience across diverse industries and a comprehensive understanding of provincial and federal OHS legislation, allowing us to deliver practical, impactful solutions that truly make a difference. We believe every worker deserves to return home safely at the end of each day, and that belief fuels everything we do.
Our mission
Empowering Canadian businesses with comprehensive, practical, and compliant safety solutions that foster a culture of safety, reduce risks, and protect lives.
Our vision
To be the leading and most trusted workplace safety partner in Canada, recognized for our expertise, integrity, and unwavering commitment to a safer future for all industries.
The people behind TruStar
Brian PrestonCHSC, GSC, NCSO
President, Lead Consultant
Brian Preston is a seasoned Occupational Health and Safety professional with over 20 years of experience supporting complex industrial, construction, and oil and gas operations across Canada. As Co-Owner and Lead Consultant of TruStar Safety, Brian specializes in practical, results-driven safety solutions that help organizations achieve compliance, improve performance, and build strong safety cultures.
Throughout his career he has held senior HSE leadership roles on major projects, including LNG developments and large-scale industrial construction, supporting field operations, leading safety programs, and working closely with supervisors, contractors, and frontline workers to manage risk and ensure safe, efficient execution.
Brian has extensive expertise developing and implementing COR-compliant safety programs, conducting audits, and leading incident investigations using root cause methodologies including TapRooT. As a certified peer auditor through the Alberta Construction Safety Association (ACSA), he has guided numerous companies through the COR certification process.
His industry background spans oil and gas (refining, oil sands, and LNG), industrial and residential construction, renewables, pulp and paper, cement plants, and manufacturing. He is a certified National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) and Certified Health and Safety Consultant (CHSC), a former Emergency Medical Responder, and holds a Certificate in Environmental and Occupational Health from the University of Victoria and a Diploma in Occupational Health & Safety from the University of New Brunswick.
Amanda ValinNCSO
Director of Operations
Amanda Valin is a dedicated and results-driven Occupational Health and Safety consultant with a strong passion for building effective safety cultures from the ground up. As a certified National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO) and former Emergency Medical Responder, she brings a solid foundation of practical, hands-on safety expertise.
Amanda has worked with major oil and gas organizations, including Shell, where she gained valuable experience navigating complex industrial safety requirements. She has a proven track record as a safety manager, successfully guiding companies through the COR certification process and developing comprehensive, customized safety programs tailored to their operations.
In addition to her experience in construction and oil and gas, Amanda has supported industrial work camps and the food services sector, bringing a well-rounded perspective to safety across multiple industries.
Beyond our core leadership team, TruStar Safety maintains a network of experienced HSE professionals who can be deployed for on-site support anywhere in Canada. From audits and inspections to field-level safety oversight, we provide boots-on-the-ground expertise when and where you need it most.
The values behind the work
Integrity
We operate with unwavering honesty and transparency, building trust through reliable and ethical practices.
Expertise
We continuously expand our knowledge and skills to provide the most current and effective safety solutions.
Client-Centricity
We prioritize each client’s unique needs, delivering customized services and building lasting partnerships.
Commitment to Safety
We are passionately dedicated to promoting and enhancing workplace safety, protecting people and businesses.
Practicality
We offer actionable, real-world solutions that are easy to understand and implement, driving tangible results.
Supporting clients across Canada
Serving every Canadian province and territory. We stay aligned with the OHS legislation and Workers’ Compensation Board requirements in every jurisdiction we serve.