February is Heart Month. We’re not talking about Valentine’s Day. The Public Health Agency of Canada (2009) says that nine in 10 Canadians have at least one risk factor for heart disease or stroke. If you feel even one of these symptoms out of the blue, call 9-1-1, rest and wait for help. Here are … Read more ›
At Commissionaires, we’re frequently asked why someone should have their fingerprints taken. Here are the top reasons: 1. Employment Many corporations and agencies require both employees and volunteers to be fingerprinted. 2. Foreign Travel, Passports, Work Permits, Visas and US Waivers Anyone wishing to visit or work in other countries may be required to provide … Read more ›
HALIFAX – Cumberlandnewsnow.com Starting Thursday, it will be harder for people with criminal records to hide their past by changing their legal name. Currently, there is no mandatory connection between changing a name and criminal records, making it difficult for law enforcement to identify people who do that. Under the revised legislation, people must submit … Read more ›
Commissionaires follow strict safety protocols. We also like to preach what we practice, and we share our safety tips whenever we can. For us, being safe means being prepared: taking the time to learn safety skills and procedures like how to secure your home, knowing how to prepare for a vacation, or what to do … Read more ›
Airport Management Council of Ontario – November 2013 Regional, non-passenger airports provide valuable services to communities across Ontario. Also of value to these airports are the assets on the ground, namely transient and stationed aircraft, ground operations vehicles and equipment, communications gear, and construction materials. Since maintaining low landing fees and operational costs are a priority … Read more ›
Every December, one of our Commissionaires at the Victoria International Airport provides a truly jolly form of security. You might catch a glimpse of Senior Security Supervisor Al Paterson in the Departures area. He might even be humming a song involving bells or a reindeer. Known as the “Airport Santa,” Paterson goes all out, sporting … Read more ›