Government & public safety jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 4, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 2,644
Employers: 502

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $21.93Across 288 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $66,316Across 69 listings

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

Where work happens

Remote: <1%4 listings
Hybrid: 4%103 listings
On-site: 95%2,516 listings

Not specified: 1% (21 listings)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (456), Walmart Canada (201), Walmart (173).

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 Guard - Tactical, CORE (Full-Time)
Kandor
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Security Guard
Synterra
Thunder Bay, Ontario
- $23 to $26 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Security Guard - Nova Scotia PowerTrenton
Commissionaires Nova Scotia
Town of Trenton, Nova Scotia · Trenton, Nova Scotia
Commissionaires Nova Scotia (CNS) is the province’s not-for-profit provider of security, safety, training, and identification services. Winner of the Halifax Chamber of Commerce…
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Detention Guard - Port McNeill RCMP
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Port McNeill, British Columbia
- $24.55 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Security Guard - City of Kelowna Regulation Enforcement and Ops Centre
Commissionaires BC
Kelowna, British Columbia
- Full-time
This role will play a key role as part of a team responsible for maintaining the safety and security of City of Kelowna properties, facilities, and assets. This position involves conducting…
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Tactical Security Guard - Newmarket
Flex Point Security Inc
Toronto, Ontario
- Up to $18 CAD / hour
- Part-time
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Security Guard - Tactical (Full-Time)
Kandor
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Tactical Security Guard - Sioux Lookout
GardaWorld
Sioux Lookout, Ontario
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Director of Public Works
City of Iqaluit
Iqaluit, Nunavut
- Full-time
The City of Iqaluit is looking for an experienced individual to join our growing team and city as the Director of Public Works
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Security Officer
Starlight Casino
New Westminster, British Columbia
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Security Guards
Securitas Canada
Medicine Hat, Alberta
- Part-time
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Toronto, Ontario · Montreal, Quebec · CA-Montreal
- Full-time
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Information Security Officer
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St. Thomas, ON
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Health Educator Staff
HealthCareersInSask.ca
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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Detention Guard - Port Hardy RCMP
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Port Hardy, British Columbia
- $24.3 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Economic Analyst
Government of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
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Security Guard - Spare - Hamilton Region
Commissionaires Great Lakes
Hamilton, Ontario · Stoney Creek, Ontario
- Part-time
…the dynamic and evolving security needs of both private and public sector clients. These include uniformed guard, mobile response…
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Casual Security Guard
Securitas Canada
Winnipeg, Manitoba
- Part-time
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Environmental Project Manager
AECOM
Calgary, Alberta
- $95,000 to $135,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
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Tactical Security Guard
GardaWorld
Thunder Bay, Ontario
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Pre-Board Screening Officer
GardaWorld
Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario
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Security Officer - RCMP Chilliwack
Commissionaires BC
Chilliwack, British Columbia
- Full-time
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Environmental Project Manager
WSP
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
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Security Guard - Royal Roads University
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Victoria, British Columbia
- $20 to $21.53 CAD / hour
- Full-time
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Detention Guard - Ahousaht RCMP Detachment
Commissionaires Victoria, The Islands And Yukon
Area C (Long Beach), British Columbia
- $26.2 CAD / hour
- Part-time

GardaWorld

Tactical Security Guard

Thunder Bay, ON, Canada

Hourly wage $20 -$22

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Job details

Pay: Hourly wage $20 -$22
Posting language: English
Posted: Sep 12, 2026

Original job description

Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard

What matters most in a role like this is your ability to read the environment, anticipate risk and act accordingly. Your keen sense of observation and strong social skills are your greatest strengths.

As a Tactical Security Guard, physical ability is essential as you will be moving around your entire shift, patrolling environments such as retail stores, airports, security facility centers, etc.

What's in it for you?

Hourly wage $20 -$22
We will invest in you, covering the costs of continuing education through GardaWorld Academy
Flexible schedules with various shifts available
Career growth opportunities at GardaWorld
Full-time & part-time opportunities
Uniform provided at no cost

Responsibilities for Tactical Security Guard

Patrol critical areas to spot any suspicious activity
Check identification and control access to secure areas
React quickly to threats or incidents and document actions taken
Check the proper functioning of alarms and cameras
Handle alarms and conduct on-site checks
Partner with law enforcement during serious incidents

Qualifications for Tactical Security Guard

Be authorized to work in Canada
Hold a valid security license
First aid certification - required
Security experince - required
Ability to stand and walk throughout shift.
This posting is for a position that is currently vacant within the organization

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, surveillance and even casual roles available. .

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Responsibilities

Patrol critical areas to detect suspicious activity and control access to secure locations. Respond quickly to threats, monitor security systems, and collaborate with law enforcement during serious incidents.

Requirements

Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada and hold a valid security license and first aid certification. Previous security experience and the physical ability to stand and walk for entire shifts are required.

Skills

Observation
Social Skills
Risk Anticipation
Patrolling
Access Control
Incident Documentation
Alarm Monitoring
Law Enforcement Partnership

Benefits

Continuing Education
Flexible Schedules
Career Growth Opportunities
Free Uniform

Visa sponsorship

Not detected in the job text

Keywords

Security License
First Aid Certification
Tactical Security
Patrolling
Access Control
Risk Management
GardaWorld Academy
Incident Response
Surveillance

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