Bryan West is an experienced professional in the field of safety, security, and youth services, currently serving as an Investigator at the Home Construction Regulatory Authority since November 2022. Prior to this role, Bryan worked as a Probation and Parole Officer at the Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General from July 2018 to November 2022, and as a Bailiff/Child Youth Worker at Kennedy House Youth Services from August 2014 to August 2018, providing crucial support and behavior management for youth in secure custody. Bryan also held positions with Peel Regional Police as a Communicator, with Victim Services of Durham Region as a Victim Support Worker, and with 20VIC Management and Toronto Zoo in various safety and security roles. Bryan holds a Diploma with Honours in Police Foundations from Centennial College and a degree from the University of Guelph-Humber, enhancing a strong foundation for a career dedicated to public safety and support for vulnerable individuals.
Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA)
The Home Construction Regulatory Authority (HCRA) licenses the people and companies who build and sell new homes in Ontario. The HCRA enforces professional standards for competence and good conduct, and protects the public interest through a fair, safe and informed marketplace, giving new home buyers the confidence in one of the biggest decisions in their lives – a new home. The HCRA also provides educational resources for consumers, including the Ontario Builder Directory, the official source of information about Ontario’s 6,500+ licensed builders and sellers.