A recent incident has caused widespread media attention. A security guard in Toronto was charged with assault following a confrontation with a customer at a local Dollarama store. Not only did this incident result in legal and reputational consequences, …
What is Situational Awareness? Have you ever had a feeling that something specific was about to happen, and then it did? That wasn’t clairvoyance. It was your situational awareness kicking in! If you are working in an industry …
Security Guards in Ontario play a critical role in the protection of people, property, information and assets. They are often the front-line of defense in various settings such as shopping malls, industrial sites, corporate and residential buildings. As crime rates …
In this article, we will explore five exercises that you can use to improve your attention to detail, situational awareness and overall observational acumen, all of which will help elevate you from a good Loss Prevention Officer to a great …
The process for becoming a Security Guard or Private Investigator is highly regulated in Ontario, and much of Canada. There are several crucial steps involved in obtaining your license. One of the most significant steps is passing a criminal record …
Conflict management and de-escalation are critical skills for security professionals in Canada and around the world. On top of the many challenges related to ensuring safety and gaining compliance, there are significant potential legal issues to consider. In this article …
Introduction Given the nature of their role, and the role of private security in general, security guards may be required to use force from time to time. It may be required to protect themselves or others, protect property, prevent crimes, …
Did you know that according to the latest Ontario Ministry of the Solicitor General’s Private Security and Investigative Services Branch’s 2022—2023 Annual Report, there were 2329 Private Investigator licenses issued in 2022-2023. The regions with the highest employment rate were: …
Many new Security Guards are unaware that Use of Force training is not mandatory to work in bars or nightclubs as bar security or bouncers. Currently, no training standards exist in Ontario for what is or is not appropriate Use …
Are you looking to train as a Parking Bylaw Officer? Many Ontario cities, municipalities, security agencies and parking companies are actively recruiting new MLEOs (Municipal Law Enforcement Officers). Full time and salaried positions can be found by searching for MLEO …
Courts follow best practices when determining if a person is properly “trained” but this is not legislated in Ontario. What the courts do look at based on a balance of probabilities is whether the person remembered their training, and did …
Now you can complete your Use of Force and Passive Handcuffing Certificate online. We are often asked questions such as: Can Security Guards use force and handcuff people while working? Are Security Guards allowed to carry handcuffs? What kind of …
Victims of mortgage fraud are most often the financial institutions (ex. banks) that have provided loans or other financing. If you hold a Private Investigator License, you can investigate, gather evidence and assist in a case of mortgage fraud. There …
Bylaw Officer Training in Ontario is available through an online certification course. This online bylaw training course has been designed to teach the student the academic competencies needed to be effective as an Ontario Bylaw Enforcement Officer. Topics covered …
So, you want to become a Private Investigator but don’t know where to start? We can help. Read on to learn more about what an investigator does, how to pursue a career in investigations and how to be prepared so …
SGC has grown to become the number one private investigator training company in Ontario. This was not by accident! Our team is available 7 days a week helping students and clients through the requirements to get a Private Investigator License …
August 2020 update Reality vs Fiction There is NO mandatory use of force, physical skills, or hands on training required by legislation, (other than the theory contained in all basic licensing training), ANYWHERE in Canada, except in B.C. There …
SGC is now offering online safety training courses to further prepare security guards to keep themselves and others safe while on the job. As Covid-19 continues to be a part of our reality, new measures in security are constantly being …
Though the need for event security has fallen by the wayside in recent times with concerts and sporting events being cancelled, the increase in demand for security in other areas during Covid-19 is keeping security guards employed when many other …
With the advent of Covid-19 and the lifestyle changes it brings, primarily self-isolation and staying at home, the interest in e-learning from home has grown significantly and many now have the extra time and circumstances to complete private investigator training …