Trinity Forges Environmental Consulting Giant in Canada

TORONTO, ON – January 06, 2026 – Trinity Consultants, a global EHS and environmental services firm, has officially consolidated its diverse Canadian operations under a single banner: Trinity Consultants Canada. The move unites several highly respected specialty firms, creating a national powerhouse poised to navigate the country's increasingly complex regulatory and environmental landscape.

The integration, effective this month, brings together Ecofish Research, Minnow Environmental, Ecological Logistics & Research, and Trinity's existing Canadian environmental teams. Toronto-based acoustical engineering firm Valcoustics, acquired in late 2023, is scheduled to join the unified brand later this year. This strategic consolidation establishes a significant national presence with 22 offices across Canada, combining deep-seated local expertise with the resources of a global enterprise.

A Strategic Play in a Booming Market

Trinity's unification is a calculated move in Canada's robust environmental consulting market, an industry valued at approximately $5.0 billion in 2026. The sector has experienced steady growth, driven by stringent government regulations, corporate commitments to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles, and significant investments in green technology aimed at meeting Canada's net-zero 2050 targets.

By bringing these entities together, Trinity is positioning itself to compete for larger, more complex projects that require a multidisciplinary approach. The firm's long-standing strategy of acquiring "best in breed" companies is evident in the caliber of the integrated teams. Minnow Environmental, for instance, was known for its "stellar reputation" and highly technical aquatic ecology services for the mining sector. Similarly, Valcoustics, founded in 1954, brings a legacy of "acoustic design excellence" that strengthens Trinity's built environment services across North America.

"As Canada's most vital sectors continue to evolve amid shifting regulations, climate realities and political nuances, one unified brand allows us to combine locally respected expertise with global capabilities to help clients move forward with confidence," said Paul Greywall, president and CEO of Trinity Consultants, in a statement. He emphasized that the integration enables the firm to "pursue larger, more complex projects as one team."

This consolidation mirrors a broader trend where clients seek comprehensive, one-stop solutions for their environmental and regulatory challenges, rather than managing multiple niche consultants. With a unified structure, Trinity Consultants Canada can now offer a seamless suite of services across the project lifecycle, from initial baseline studies to long-term monitoring.

Navigating Canada's Regulatory Maze

The demand for integrated environmental expertise is intensifying as Canadian federal and provincial governments tighten regulations and increase enforcement. Recent years have seen substantial fines levied against major corporations for environmental violations, such as a $10 million penalty for Suncor for air pollution and a $1 million fine for a Manitoba paper mill for leaking toxins. These actions signal a low tolerance for non-compliance, pushing industry to seek expert guidance.

Trinity Consultants Canada is now better equipped to address these pressures. The firm’s expanded service portfolio covers a vast array of disciplines, including air quality, water and sediment quality, hydrology, aquatic biology, terrestrial ecosystems, and acoustic engineering. This breadth is crucial for navigating multifaceted environmental assessments that must satisfy requirements from multiple jurisdictions and agencies, such as Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO), for which the combined teams have previously helped shape national guidance.

A key aspect of this regulatory landscape is the growing requirement for meaningful Indigenous engagement and the incorporation of Indigenous knowledge into project planning and execution. The unified firm has explicitly stated its commitment to supporting industry, government, and Indigenous communities in this area.

"While our name is evolving, our teams, values and commitment to scientific excellence, professional integrity, meaningful community engagement, and trusted relationships remain the same," stated Ian Murphy, managing director of Trinity Consultants Canada, Water & Ecology. "Together, we're united by purpose and a shared commitment to deliver innovative, scientifically sound and future-ready solutions that help industry, government and Indigenous communities navigate complex environmental challenges and regulatory requirements."

Preserving Local Knowledge on a Global Stage

While the unification creates a national entity, company leadership has stressed the importance of preserving the local knowledge and trusted client relationships that were the hallmarks of the acquired firms. The strategy is not to absorb and erase, but to integrate and amplify. The 22 office locations across the country are intended to serve as regional hubs of expertise, maintaining the on-the-ground presence necessary to understand local ecosystems, community dynamics, and provincial regulatory nuances.

The human capital—the "trusted advisors, scientists and engineers with decades of proven expertise"—is being positioned as the core asset of the new organization. For example, following its acquisition, the leadership team of Valcoustics remained in key roles within Trinity's built environment division, a move that signals a commitment to retaining institutional knowledge and leadership from its integrated partners. This approach aims to foster a culture that values deep-rooted expertise while providing employees with access to a broader network of colleagues and career opportunities.

This model allows Trinity to offer clients the best of both worlds: the intimate, region-specific insights of a local consultancy backed by the extensive technical resources, digital tools, and international experience of a global firm.

"From mines and hydropower corridors to coastal watersheds and large-scale infrastructure, this integration enables us to bring the full strength of Trinity's global network to every client," Greywall noted. This global reach is a significant differentiator, allowing the Canadian team to draw upon a worldwide pool of knowledge in EHS, life sciences, and the built environment, ultimately providing more holistic and future-ready solutions for its clients in Canada. The move marks a significant milestone, solidifying Trinity's footprint as a formidable force in the Canadian environmental sector for years to come.