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Fingerprinting

Commissionaires is RCMP accredited to capture fingerprints and submit them directly to the Canadian Criminal Real Time Identification Services for processing.
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electronic criminal record checks

Criminal Record Checks

When you need a basic criminal record check, the most convenient, discrete and fastest way is to apply online, directly to the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC).
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background checks

Background Checks

Commissionaires offers a complete suite of background screening services, both in person and online.
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Pre-employment Screening

Commissionaires specializes in pre-employment screening and background checks of your potential employees.
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record suspension (pardons)

Record Suspensions (Pardons)

Commissionaires helps Canadians apply for, and successfully receive, a record suspension (previously known as a pardon).
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US Entry Waivers

Commissionaires can assist you with our easy, confidential and affordable USA entry waiver service.
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Oaths and Affidavits

Commissionaires provides accredited officers who are authorized to validate your sworn statements and documents.
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Security Guards

Security Guarding

Our expert security guards prevent and diffuse issues, administer first aid, and manage security situations.
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Non-Core Policing

4,000 commissionaires support law enforcement across the country so that sworn officers can focus on the job only they can do.
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Mobile Patrol

Our mobile patrol team proactively patrols and physically checks your premises during times that are critical for you.
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HomeWatch

Don’t take risks with your home or property when you’re away. Commissionaires will ensure your residence is secure in your absence.
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Security Consulting

Our certified security consultants have the advanced skills and extensive security experience required to provide advice and guidance.
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Administration and Management

Whether you need temporary, part-time or full-time support, we routinely staff many types of non-security positions.
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Investigations

Our corporate investigators have extensive training and background in domestic and international policing, as well as public and private sector investigations.
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Careers

Citizen Employee

Careers

Commissionaires is always looking for responsible team members.

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Veteran employee

Careers for veterans

If you have served in the Canadian Armed Forces or RCMP, we have opportunities for you.

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Our Social Mandate

To provide meaningful employment that meets the needs of veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, their families and others who wish to contribute to the security and well-being of Canadians.

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Latest Updates

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More buildings bringing in private security to ease burden on managers

By Heather Laura Clarke

Most building owners and managers agree that one of the toughest parts of the job is being the go-to person — the one on call for every little thing.

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Hidden Risks in a New World: Assess Your Business’ Security for Today’s Threats

By Stephen Grant, Risk & Resilience Advisor, Commissionaires

“Masks camouflage the faces of good and evil. Keeps hidden what is a truth and what is a lie.” - Patti Roberts...

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The pandemic gave two commissionaires the time to write and illustrate their first book

‘The Story of Santa’ children’s book tells the tale of how Santa came to be.
By David Whittaker

Dean Forrest has been meaning to finish his children’s book for years...

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Situational Awareness in the Era of the Mask

By James Taylor, Commissionaires Nova Scotia

Situational awareness is the act of being aware of everything around you at a moment in time. It is your internal skill set that...

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Commissionaires awarded Health PEI security contract

Charlottetown, PE – Commissionaires NB & PEI Division has been selected by Health PEI for the provision of security services at five healthcare facilities across the province.

The multiyear contract...

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The Lonely Security Guard

By Stephen Grant, Risk & Resilience Advisor, Commissionaires Nova Scotia

Resilience has become a watchword of our times. It captures our desire to overcome our current dilemma through positivity, hope...

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Shining a Spotlight on the Women of Commissionaires

October is Women’s History Month in Canada. According to the federal government, it’s a time to "celebrate the women and girls from our past, and our present, who are contributing...

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Commissionaires NBPEI Names Bob Ferguson as Chief Executive Officer

For Immediate Release

Saint John, NB – Bob Ferguson appointed CEO effective September 20, 2020; interim CEO Brad White to reassume position on the Board of Governors.

The Canadian Corps...

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Securing a Brave New World

By Stephen Grant, Risk & Resilience Advisor, Commissionaires Nova Scotia

The world will change. Whether for good or for bad is yet to be determined and rests largely in our...

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Welcome aboard, Captain George Forward.

Retired naval captain George Forward took the helm as CEO of our Newfoundland and Labrador Division last month. He’s a highly accomplished military professional who brings over 30 years of leadership and executive experience, a career that took him around the world and back again to Canada.
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