Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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Counted Sep 18, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,629
Employers: 346

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $22.11Across 150 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $81,982Across 29 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%7 listings
Hybrid: 5%79 listings
On-site: 95%1,541 listings

Not specified: <1% (2 listings)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (207), Walmart (125), Walmart Canada (125).

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

Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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Security Officer
Chances
Abbotsford, BC
(CAN) Asset Protection Associate
Walmart Canada
Peterborough, ON
Full-time
(CAN) Asset Protection Associate
Walmart Canada
Peterborough, ON
Full-time
Security Guard
Synterra
Timmins, ON
Full-time
Bilingual Studio Security Guard
GardaWorld
Emerson, MB · Winnipeg, Mani
Experienced Police Officer
Lethbridge Police Service
Lethbridge, AB
Constable - Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) (Internal Only) 2026
Victoria Police Department
Victoria, BC
…CRU is designed to support the City of Victoria's Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan and assist the Patrol Division in efforts by proactively addressing street-level crime and disorder…
Model Risk Management Analyst, AVP
MUFG
Toronto, ON
Full-time
Special Constable Pool
Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS)
ON · Ontario, Canada
Other
Security Guard - Casual
Allied Universal
Chatham-Kent, ON · Chatham, ON
18 CAD / hour
Full-time
(CAN) Asset Protection Associate
Walmart Canada
Fort St. John, BC
Full-time
(CAN) Asset Protection Associate
Walmart Canada
Victoria, BC
Full-time
(CAN) Asset Protection Associate
Walmart Canada
Victoria, BC
Full-time
Security Officer
Gateway Casinos
Thunder Bay, ON
Part-time · Temporary
On call - Surveillance Security Guard
GardaWorld
Campbellton, NB · Grand Manan, NB · Saint-Léonard, NB · St-Leonard, New
On Call - Surveillance Security Guard
GardaWorld
Bathurst, NB · Campbellton, NB · Caraquet, NB · Grand Bay-Westfield, NB · Grand Manan, NB · Hampton, NB · Moncton, NB · Saint John, NB · Saint-Léonard, NB · Saint-Quentin, NB · Tracadie-Sheila, NB · New Canada, NS · St-Leonard, New · Shediac, New · Tracadie, New · Saint-George, New
Uniform Security Guard
Blackbird Tech Solutions
Port Alberni, BC
Full-time
Tactical Security Guard
Blackbird Tech Solutions
Vernon, BC
Full-time
Tactical Security Guard
Blackbird Tech Solutions
Victoria, BC
Full-time
Tactical Security Guard
Blackbird Tech Solutions
Penticton, BC
Part-time
Uniform Security Guard
Blackbird Tech Solutions
Kelowna, BC
Full-time
Tactical Security Guard
Blackbird Tech Solutions
Duncan, BC
Part-time
Security Guard - Part Time
Allied Universal
Whitby, ON
17 to 18 CAD / hour
Part-time
Security Guard - Full Time - Days
Allied Universal
Oshawa, ON
17 CAD / hour
Full-time
Security Guard - Full Time - Nights
Allied Universal
Oshawa, ON
17 CAD / hour
Full-time

GardaWorld

On call - Surveillance Security Guard

Campbellton, NB, Canada
Grand Manan, NB, Canada
Saint-Léonard, NB, Canada
St-Leonard, New, Canada

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Responsibilities

Provide continuous surveillance of individuals in a controlled environment and perform wellness checks at 15-minute intervals. Accurately document observations and respond professionally to sensitive situations or medical concerns.

Requirements

Candidates must be able to obtain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance and possess a valid CPR/First Aid Level C certification. A background in law enforcement, policing, or corrections is considered a strong asset.

Experience

0 to 2 years

Working hours

24 hours per week

Job type

Temporary
Part-time

Work arrangement

On-site

Skills

Surveillance
Security protocols
Risk management
Incident response
Documentation
Observation
First aid
CPR
Microsoft 365
Computer systems
Professionalism
Discipline
Integrity

Benefits

Health benefits
Ongoing training
Uniform provided

Pay amount

$50

Pay currency

CAD

Pay period

HOUR

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Surveillance
Security Guard
Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance
CPR
First Aid
Vulnerable Sector Check
Risk Management
Incident Response
Microsoft 365
Law Enforcement
Corrections
Institutional Security
Wellness Checks
Procedural Compliance
GardaWorld Campus

Original job description

Ready to suit up as a Surveillance Security Guard

In a high-security environment, this role is designed for professionals who can assess situations, anticipate risks, and act with sound judgment and composure.

Experience or education in law enforcement, policing, correction, persons with mental health crisis or other specialized environments is a strong asset. A sharp eye for detail, ability to effectively document observations, respect for security protocols, and the ability to work under pressure are essential.

What's in it for you?

Development of transferable skills in institutional security and procedural compliance, supporting long-term growth in law enforcement or specialized security careers.
Casual Position – No guaranteed hours. Shifts are assigned based on operational requirements and availability.
Competitive pay varies by region:
- Saint Leonard: $25/hour, increasing to $30/hour after the probation period, plus benefits
- Campbellton: $30/hour, plus benefits
- Grand Manan: $50/hour, plus benefits
Ongoing training through GardaWorld Campus, including incident response and risk management at no cost.

Uniform provided at no cost.

Health benefits providing 24/hours a week is maintained

Responsibilities for Surveillance Security Guard

Provide continuous surveillance of persons in a controlled environment.

Perform wellness checks at 15 minute intervals, in accordance with security standards and procedures.

Identify and report risk situations or medical concerns.

Respond professionally, calmly, and in compliance during sensitive situations.

Accurately complete official documentation and observation reports.

Qualifications for Surveillance Security Guard

Ability to obtain and maintain a Federal Enhanced Reliability Security Clearance.
Canadian citizen or permanent resident, living in Canada for the past three (3) years.
Clean criminal background check with Vulnerable Sector Check.
CPR / First Aid Level C certification.
Background in law enforcement, police services, corrections, or care for vulnerable persons is an asset.
Professionalism, discipline, integrity, and the ability to perform under pressure.
Proficient with Microsoft 365 and computer systems.

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 even casual roles available.

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