Remembrance Day, originally called Armistice Day, is recognized by Canadians every 11 November, and is a time to recognize the sacrifices of all those who served and continue to serve our Nation. The origins of Commissionaires dates back to February 1859 when former Crimean War veteran and retired officer of the 8th Hussars Captain Edward … Read more ›
Oakville, ON – Rowan Hamilton has joined the Commissionaires Great Lakes leadership team as the new Chief Operating Officer as of November 1. He brings a unique background, diverse experience, and a growth-focused, collaborative approach to the company. “I’m looking forward to building on the company’s core strengths, promoting continued growth, and developing innovative solutions … Read more ›
The Commissionaires Distinguished Service Medal (CDSM) is one of the most prestigious awards issued by Commissionaires. It was established by the National Board in June 1989 to recognize distinguished service of significance above and beyond faithful performance of duty. There are two new recipients this year at Commissionaires Great Lakes: Capt. Rodney McAlpine, MB – … Read more ›
We are pleased to share that LCol (Ret’d) Anne Espenant, DMSM, CD is the newest member of the Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) Board of Governors. She joined the 16-member volunteer board earlier this month, bringing a wealth of military, health care, and leadership experience. Hailing from Liverpool, NS, Anne was a critical care nurse at … Read more ›
Major (Ret’d) J. (Joe) M. McLaughlan, OMM, CD recalls what it was like to oversee airport security on the day that “forever shattered our thin veneer of invulnerability.” Joe McLaughlan was the Commissionaires Site Manager at Halifax Stanfield International Airport the day two hijacked planes hit the World Trade Centre in New York City. The … Read more ›
Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) strives to deliver services that meet the highest global standards. Our hard work was recognized earlier this year when CNS became the first company in Canada to earn a coveted security operations management certification, known as ISO 18788:2015. This certification, awarded by the authoritative International Organization for Standardization (ISO), means that … Read more ›