Security guard jobs in Canada

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Counted Nov 3, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 1,446
Employers: 209

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $20.54Across 198 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%1,433 listings

Not specified: <1% (4 listings)

Employers hiring include GardaWorld (438), Allied Universal (115), 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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Security Guard - Niagara Falls, Ontario
Equans Services Canada & US
Niagara Falls, ON
- Full-time
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Security Guard
Allied Universal
Smith, AB
- 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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Responsable de la sécurité de l’information - Business Information Security Officer - Montréal
Equans Services Canada & US
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
Equans is looking for a Business Information Security Officer in Montreal!
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Security Guard - Full Time
Allied Universal
Hamilton, ON
- $18 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 – Retail Loss Prevention
Allied Universal
Toronto, ON
- $22 to $23 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 - High End Condo
Allied Universal
Toronto, ON · North York, ON
- $18 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 - Warehouse Facility - Full-Time
Allied Universal
Vaughan, 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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Tactical Mall Security Guard GardaWorld Hiring Event
GardaWorld
Edmonton, AB
GardaWorld is hosting a Tactical Mall Security Guard Recruitment Day for motivated individuals interested in building a career in security, public safety, or law enforcement.
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Tactical Security Guard
GardaWorld
Calgary, AB
Ready to suit up as a Part Time Tactical Security Guard
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Security Guard - Full Time - Cold Lake
Securiguard Services Ltd.
Cold Lake, AB
- Full-time
Securiguard is currently looking for a Full-Time Security Professional, who is experienced and motivated, to join our team in Cold Lake
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Full-Time Tactical Security Guard - Educational Campus
GardaWorld
Brampton, ON
- Full-time
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard
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Security Officer - Flamboro Racetrack
Great Canadian Entertainment
Hamilton, ON · Dundas, ON
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Tactical Security Guard, Mobile Patrol
GardaWorld
London, ON
- Part-time
Ready to suit up as a Tactical Security Guard
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Tactical Security Agent (Full-Time)
OEG Inc.
Edmonton, AB
- Full-time
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Part-time Security Officer - Flamboro Casino
Great Canadian Entertainment
Hamilton, ON · Dundas, ON
- Part-time
Under the direct supervision of the Manager, Security, this position is responsible for the safety and protection of team members, guests, the facility (both internal and external) and the…
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Library Security Guard
GardaWorld
Emerson, MB · Winnipeg, Mani
As a Library Security Guard, there is a high focus on customer service since you will be working with people all shift.
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Hospital Security Guard
GardaWorld
Emerson, MB · Portage la Prairie, MB · Winnipeg, Mani
Ready to suit up as a Hospital Security Guard
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Tactical Security Guard
GardaWorld
Emerson, MB · Winkler, MB · Winnipeg, Mani
Ready to suit up as a Health Centre Security Guard
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Security Guard - Spare - Markham
Commissionaires Great Lakes
Markham, 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 Officer
Gateway Casinos
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
- Part-time
As the Security Officer, you oversee security throughout the casino, ensuring guests and employees are secure and protected at all times. In this key role, you will help create a…
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Full-Time Security Guard - Corporate Office (Sun to Wed Overnight)
GardaWorld
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Ready to suit up as a Corporate Security Guard
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Full-Time Security Guard - Corporate Office (Wed to Sat Overnight)
GardaWorld
Mississauga, ON
- Full-time
Ready to suit up as a Corporate Security Guard
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Security Guard
Homewood Health Centre
Guelph, ON
- Part-time
As a Security Guard, you will be an integral part of a collaborative team focused on delivering seamless services and programs to our clients and customers. If you are looking for a company…
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Security Services - Qualified Persons (Security Officer)
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Brandon, MB
- Full-time
The Qualified Persons Security Officers (QPSO) are healthcare employees who are licensed Security Guards Security Guards as
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Security Services - Qualified Persons (Security Officer)
Shared Health-Soins Communs
Swan River, MB
- Full-time
The Qualified Persons Security Officers (QPSO) are healthcare employees who are licensed Security Guards Security Guards

Shared Health-Soins Communs

Security Services - Qualified Persons (Security Officer)

Swan River, MB, Canada

Full-time

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Job details

Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Nov 28, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 29, 2026

Original job description

Requisition ID: 413910

Position Number: 1SWHsecQPSO-04

City: Swan River

Employer: Prairie Mountain Health

Site: Prairie Mountain Health - Swan Valley Health Facilities

Department / Unit: Security Services

Job Stream: Non-Clinical

Union : MGEU

FTE: 0.80

Anticipated Shift: Days; Nights

Daily Hours Worked: 11.625

Salary: As per collective agreement

Position Summary:

The Qualified Persons Security Officers (QPSO) are healthcare employees who are licensed Security Guards Security Guards as per the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act. QPSO’s are specifically trained to support a safe and secure healthcare environment. The specific training enables these officers to recognize and respond to various challenging situations often involving vulnerable mental health persons via appropriate recognition, assessment and de-escalation engagement techniques, as necessary to secure and protect the person, staff and other clients.

In designated health facilities, the QPSO supports the transfer of custody process between police agencies and the health site as per the Manitoba Mental Health Act and regional policy processes.

The QPSO provides a safe, comfortable and supportive environment for all clients, staff and visitors by encouraging reliability, effectiveness and efficiency in the operation of the Security Services department.

Qualifications:

Grade 12 education (MB Standards)
Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Security Patrol Officer in a healthcare setting
Eligible for and maintains licensure to practice as a Security Officer (Guard) in the province of Manitoba
Successfully complete Qualified Persons (QP) training and demonstrate competency in order to be designated as per the Mental Health Act.
Proficiency with hand held radios or radio communications devices
Province of Manitoba Class 5 Drivers License and access to a personal vehicle to provide service within Prairie Mountain Health
Maintains a physical presence with the health facilities to provide for rapid response to potentially violent, aggressive, and threatening persons. Will be required to utilize a variety of techniques commensurate with their training, with an aim to de-escalate any situation, while ensuring their own safety and that of the public. Where necessary they will respond to resistance through escalation of force up to and including using hand cuffs and/or other containment techniques.
Responsible for the protection of life and property as it pertains to PMH designated sites.
Works in conjunction with law enforcement or other agencies as necessary.
Cooperates with all other staff to produce a harmonious working relationship throughout Prairie Mountain Health.
Assumes custody of Mental Health clients as per policy or legislation. Provides safe and secure escort to all at risk persons between units within the health site for care purposes. Maintains and completes necessary documentation, reports required within the course of duty as it relates to this position.
Provides safe and secure escort of at-risk persons within the campus in the support of client care needs. May include client monitoring in waiting, care treatment rooms, isolation rooms or within specific care units as required, based on the level of risk of violence assessed by the healthcare team.
Responds to all emergency situations and supports the direction of the incident commander to assist in response or event management; or may as required act as the Site Incident Command until relieved in an emergency situation. Provides direct support for response to fire safety, evacuation or any other emergency codes as is required.
Supports and provides training and orientation to security personnel as directed.

Overview:

Completes necessary notification to supervisor when identifies defective or broken, unsafe equipment or infrastructure while performing the duties of the protection officer. This may include damage to parking lot resources, patrol vehicles, signage, grounds, CCTV equipment failure, door failure or unsafe surfaces.
Monitors and works with CCTV, Card Access or other related security systems and controls or support plans as required.
Evicts non-authorized person in a professional and sensitive manner. Coordinating with clinical providers as necessary and contacts police should situations dictate.
Provides effective communication to support client/visitor wayfinding and actively supports the needs of clients or visitors within the health sites. Maintains accurate documentation and reporting of incidents and daily activities, including any necessary reports and form completion as identified in policy or required duties.
Prepares or issues notices, summonses and information related to Provincial Offences notices under acts of legislation and municipal bylaws
Maintains licensure and certification or position designation as is required by the employer, and or Manitoba Justice requirements. This may include updates to Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse and Adult Registry Checks, licensure, physical testing or certification in required ongoing education.
Provides for interior and exterior grounds, patrols and responses. Reports deficiencies or damages to property, signage, lighting, vehicles or equipment.
As required, ensures visitors and staff parking infrastructure are maintained and operable as per operational need. Completes parking enforcement as per policy and municipal bylaws.
Other duties as assigned

Applicants already employed with Prairie Mountain Health may be considered for this position before other applicants. Please continue to apply for positions that are of interest to you.

This position is subject to a Criminal Records Check (including vulnerable sector), Adult Abuse Registry Check, and a Child Abuse Registry Check. The successful candidate will be responsible for any services charges incurred.

If you are currently employed by PMH, please utilize the internal application form. If you are not employed by PMH, please utilize the external application form.

If you are an external applicant, please include three work related references with this application. They must be from persons who are not related to you, and who have direct knowledge of your past work performance.

Upon being considered for employment, your signature or electronic submission of this application form is your authorization to complete said reference checks.

PMH has an Indigenous Human Resource Initiative and is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people within all levels of our workforce. Indigenous applicants are encouraged to voluntarily self-identify as being of Indigenous descent in their cover letter and/or within their application form.

We thank all applicants that apply but only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

HEALTH AND WELLNESS FOR ALL

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Responsibilities

Protect people and property at designated healthcare sites through patrols, emergency response, de-escalation, and safe escorts for at-risk clients. Support custody transfers and incident management, monitor security systems, enforce site rules, and maintain accurate reports and documentation.

Requirements

Requires Grade 12 education, at least one year of security patrol experience in a healthcare setting, and eligibility to maintain Manitoba security guard licensure. Candidates must complete Qualified Persons training, demonstrate competency, have a Manitoba Class 5 driver's licence and access to a personal vehicle, and be proficient with handheld radios.

Skills

Security Patrol
De-escalation
Risk Assessment
Radio Communications
Emergency Response
Incident Command
CCTV Monitoring
Access Control
Incident Documentation
Conflict Management
Client Escort
Parking Enforcement
Fire Safety
Communication
Teamwork

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Security Services
Qualified Persons Security Officer
Security Guard Licence
Healthcare Security
Security Patrol
De-escalation
Risk Assessment
Mental Health Act
Custody Transfer
Handheld Radios
Class 5 Driver's Licence
Emergency Response
Incident Command
Fire Safety
Evacuation
CCTV
Card Access
Security Systems
Incident Reporting
Client Escort
Parking Enforcement
Provincial Offences
Criminal Record Check
Vulnerable Sector Check
Adult Abuse Registry Check
Child Abuse Registry Check

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