REGINA, Sask. — The Saskatchewan Construction Safety Association (SCSA) has announced three winners of the 2026 SCSA Awards.
These annual awards recognize and celebrate companies and individuals in Saskatchewan’s building construction industry for their leadership in demonstrating safety excellence.
The winners are:
- Corporate Leadership in Safety – Westridge Construction Ltd.
- Safety Leader – Dustin Chenier, Pro-Western Mechanical
- Safety Practitioner – Natasha Deitz, Gypsum Drywall Interiors/Pacesetter Homes
Winners are evaluated on their safety practices, leadership contributions and efforts towards continuous improvement. They show dedication to the SCSA’s mission of promoting safety within construction environments and creating a positive culture around safety in the province, according to the SCSA.
“We are pleased to recognize this year’s award winners for their commitment to protecting people and strengthening safety across the construction industry,” shared SCSA acting president Edward Pyle.
“Their leadership and achievements tell a powerful story about a healthy, growing industry where safety is essential to long-term success. Their efforts make a meaningful difference and set strong examples of dedication to creating safer workplaces.”
Westridge Construction Ltd.
Westridge has held nationally-recognized COR® certification since 2004. Their proactive safety program emphasizes hazard identification, employee involvement, strong leadership, ongoing education and continuous improvement. They regularly engage with the SCSA for training, inspections, hands-on safety demonstrations and emerging safety initiatives.
Their collaborative approach ensures employees have the training, resources and support needed to work safely. Safety is a shared responsibility integrated into project planning and daily operations. Westridge shows commitment to building a workforce that is knowledgeable, competent and active in maintaining workplace safety.
Dustin Chenier
Dustin Chenier is a certified National Construction Safety Officer (NCSO®) who works across provinces to support supervisors and workers in growing their safety knowledge and confidence. He leads by example and makes safety part of every conversation, job and decision. Chenier believes a strong safety culture starts with trust, respect, open communication and making people feel that their voice matters. Across projects with multiple contractors and trades, he always looks for opportunities to share insights, build relationships and coach others to take an active role in building a safer industry.
Natasha Deitz
Natasha's dedication to safety goes beyond maintaining programs and procedures. She delivers in-house training, conducts audits, supports workers in the field and always looks for opportunities to learn, improve and share knowledge with others. Deitz is an NCSO®, Gold Seal Safety Practitioner and actively pursuing the Canadian Registered Safety Technician designation.
