Security guard jobs in Canada

Find security guard jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Oct 31, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,393
Employers: 206

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.53Across 189 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $41,910Across 27 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: <1%1 listing
Hybrid: 1%8 listings
On-site: 99%1,380 listings

Not specified: <1% (4 listings)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (419), Allied Universal (111), Securitas Canada (86).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

Security guard jobs in Canada

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Bilingual (EN/FR) Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Ottawa, ON
If you are looking for a job at the airport where you play a key role in national security, this is the one for you! As a Pre-Board Screening Officer, you will be the last line of defense…
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Casual Security Guard - Corporate Building
GardaWorld
Toronto, ON
Ready to suit up as a Concierge Security Guard
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Security Agent
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Temporary Industrial Turnaround Security Guards
Backwoods Energy Services
Edmonton, AB
Backwoods Security Services is currently hiring Temporary Security Guards to support several upcoming industrial turnaround and maintenance projects at various locations throughout Alberta.…
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UO
Security Agent
University of Alberta
AB · Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Loss Prevention Store Security Agent
The TJX Companies, Inc.
Mississauga, ON · Halifax, NS · CAN Home Office Mississauga ON
- $37,590 to $52,626 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Security Guard - Barrack Warden - Borden
Commissionaires Great Lakes
ON · Borden, Ontario
- Full-time
…others committed to the well being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the…
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PC
Security Guard
Pathway Communications
Markham, ON
- Contract
The Data Center Security Guard is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of the facility, personnel, and critical IT infrastructure. This role involves strict access control,…
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Casual Security Guard
GardaWorld
Whitbourne, NL
GardaWorld is seeking to hire a Casual Security Guard at our Vale – Long Harbour site. As this is a position of trust, all candidates must successfully meet strict screening, compliance,…
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Casual Security Guard
GardaWorld
Clarenville, NL
As a casual Security Guard, your role will vary depending on the day and special event. Whether it’s customer service, patrols, or surveillance, we need you to adapt with agility and…
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Security Guard - Roving Patrol (Interior - Weekends) - Borden
Commissionaires Great Lakes
Borden, ON
- Part-time
…others committed to the well being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the…
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Security Guard - Maintenance Desk - Borden
Commissionaires Great Lakes
ON · Borden, Ontario
- Full-time
…others committed to the well being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the…
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CG
Security Guard (Overnights) - Toronto
Commissionaires Great Lakes
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
…others committed to the well being of Canadians primarily in security guard and related services. Spanning Central and Southwestern Ontario, our services are customized to respond to the…
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Hospital Security Guard - Bowmanville
Securiguard Services Ltd.
Bowmanville, ON
- Full-time
Are you passionate about ensuring the safety and security of patients and staff? Do you possess excellent observation skills and the ability to handle critical situations calmly and…
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Security Guard - Full Time -Rotational Shifts
Allied Universal
Timmins, ON
- $22 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from…
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Security Guard - Gatehouse
Allied Universal
Mississauga, ON
- $19 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from…
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Security Guard – Premium Mall
Allied Universal
Toronto, ON
- $20 CAD / hour
- Full-time
We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from…
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Residential Security Guard - Full time
Allied Universal
Richmond Hill, ON
- Full-time
We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from…
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Concierge Security Guard - Logistics
GardaWorld
Burlington, ON
Ready to suit up as a Concierge Security Guard?
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Tactical Security Guard - Housing
GardaWorld
Hamilton, ON
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard?
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Security Guard- Elijah Smith Building
Commissionaires Victoria, the Islands & Yukon
Whitehorse, YT
- Part-time
Our focus is on our customers and our team members. As Canada’s only not-for-profit security company, over 90% of our revenues go directly back to our team members in wages, health & dental…
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YMM Airport Security Guard
GardaWorld
Fort McMurray, AB
As a Surveillance Security Guard, you will be the person spotting threats before they escalate in environments such as security operation centres, call centers, construction sites, parking…
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Security Officer Unrestricted (Full-time)
AccorHotel
Victoria, BC
- Full-time
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Security Officer Cas
EHN Canada
Regina, SK
- $20 to $22 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Full-Time Security Guard - Corporate Office (overnights)
GardaWorld
Toronto, ON
- Full-time
Ready to suit up as a Concierge Security Guard

GardaWorld

Casual Security Guard

Clarenville, NL, Canada

Hourly wage of $17-$20

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Job details

Pay: Hourly wage of $17-$20
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 11, 2026

Original job description

Ready to suit up as a Casual Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to adapt from one mission to the next. You embrace change and thrive in the heart of the action.

As a casual Security Guard, your role will vary depending on the day and special event. Whether it’s customer service, patrols, or surveillance, we need you to adapt with agility and precision.

What's in it for you?

Hourly wage of $17-$20
We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
Casual / On-Call
Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Casual Security Guard

Monitor the premises to ensure security
Conduct patrols to spot any suspicious activity
Address incidents or potential threats quickly
Write detailed reports on events and incidents
Control access points and check identification
Provide excellent customer service while maintaining security
Partner with authorities during serious situations

Qualifications for Casual Security Guard

Be authorized to work in Canada
Clear Criminal Record Check
First aid certification - required
Ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations
Strong problem-solving skills

This could be more than a job! If you’re ambitious with an entrepreneurial spirit – someone who wants to be a GardaWorld Ambassador – a promising career awaits you!

Not the job for you? Make sure to check out all our jobs! We also have concierge, tactical and surveillance roles available.

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Responsibilities

The security guard is responsible for monitoring premises, conducting patrols, and addressing potential threats or incidents. They must also manage access points and provide professional customer service while maintaining security protocols.

Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada and possess a clear criminal record check. A valid first aid certification is required, along with the ability to think quickly and adapt to changing situations.

Skills

Security monitoring
Patrolling
Incident response
Report writing
Access control
Customer service
Problem-solving
Adaptability
First aid

Benefits

Continuing education
Uniform provided
Career growth opportunities

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Security Guard
Surveillance
Patrols
Incident Reporting
Access Control
First Aid
Criminal Record Check
GardaWorld Academy
Customer Service
Safety
Security

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