Commissionaires
Nova Scotia Health’s site screeners and commissionaires play a critical role in keeping our patients and teams safe.
There’s a time in everyone’s life when they question their purpose. For Lloyd Houston, now a decorated military veteran, commissionaire, and the father of Nova Scotia’s current Premier, that time came when he was age 16.
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...
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...
Joe McLaughlan...
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...
Six deserving students are heading back to class with $2,000 academic scholarships from Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS).
Here is the full list of 2021/22 recipients:
• Willow McKeith – 2nd...
Commissionaires, military officers, and business leaders took part in the Soldier On Atlantic Golf Invitational to support the Canadian Armed Forces program.
Green was the colour of the day at...
The corporate partnership comes as fans return to Wanderers Grounds amid increased health and safety protocols.
Halifax, NS – Commissionaires Nova Scotia, a trusted security provider, is teaming up with...
Moncton, NB –– The Soldier On Atlantic Golf Invitational is returning on July 29, 2021, at Royal Oaks Golf Club in Moncton, NB, after a year off due to COVID-19...
Sydney, NS - Commissionaires Nova Scotia and J.A. Douglas McCurdy Sydney Airport announce a formal, on-going partnership for the provision of security services.
Commissionaires have long been a vital resource...
Throughout Nova Scotia, Commissionaires provides secure and confidential mail delivery to some of the most vital institutions in the province: courts, community services and other sometimes high-stress delivery areas. With...
Gord Winkel, MSc P.Eng was confirmed as National Board Chair of the Canadian Corps of Commissionaires at the Annual General Meeting earlier this month. Mr. Winkel succeeds Col. Chris Lythgo...
Duane Van Meer retired from the RCMP after 27 years of service. After retiring, Duane pursued other opportunities, often centred around his deep painting background, before joining Commissionaires Nova Scotia...
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.
Halifax, NS – Commissionaires Nova Scotia is announcing enhancements to its annual scholarship program, including a 33% bump in award amounts and a dedicated award for applicants from historically underrepresented...
Why First Aid Training Pays Off: Darragh stayed with the victim until paramedics arrived before she returned to teaching her first aid class
Christina Darragh was on her lunch break...
Commissionaire John Hutchison has been awarded a CEO Commendation for his composure and vigilance. Thanks to him, a wanted man was kept from boarding an aircraft until police arrived.
A...
Halifax, NS – Commissionaires Nova Scotia has been selected by the Halifax Port Authority for the provision of security-related services, including surveillance monitoring, patrolling, and access control. The initial term...
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...
2020 has been a challenging year for us all, and particularly for the fine commissionaires that report for duty across the province and at...
‘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...
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...
Commissionaires Nova Scotia is pleased to announce the two-year appointment of Deputy Commissioner (Ret’d) Steve Graham, OOM, BA, MBA, as Board Chair.
We thank our outgoing Chair, Cdr (Ret’d) Hickey...
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...
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...
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...
If you have served in the Canadian Armed Forces or RCMP, we have opportunities for you.
The annual public report of Commissionaires Nova Scotia’s activities in support of its mandate.
The annual publication that celebrates achievements and stories of our commissionaires, and the continued support we provide veterans and communities across the province.
