Online Security Guard Training

On February 28, 2026, a violent incident between a security guard and an alleged shoplifter was caught on video. The incident took place at a Winnipeg Dollarama. The video was posted online and has caught the attention of media outlets, activists, and government officials alike. In the video, part of which can be viewed here,…

If you’re planning to become a licensed Security Guard in Ontario, you may notice some new terminology when registering for your required First Aid training. Don’t worry—the requirements for your licence haven’t changed. Only the course names are being updated. Here’s what you need to know. Why are the First Aid course names changing? The…

Interacting with people experiencing homelessness (PEH) is one of the most common requirements of private security. These interactions happen in malls, office towers, transit stations, libraries, and more. PEH come from diverse backgrounds, with a broad range of stories and circumstances. Few people choose to live on the streets. Mental health, substance abuse, and domestic…

There has been an increase in jewellery store robberies across Canada. Stores located in malls are being increasingly targeted. Groups enter fast, smash glass display counters, snatch as much as they can, and are gone within seconds. Public videos of these robberies quickly spread online, followed by quick, and sometimes harsh, public reaction. People ask,…

Security Guard 10 Codes Professional Security Guards use the APCO (Association of Public Safety Communication) 10 Codes.  It is a radio communication system for Security Guards or other public safety sector workers to discreetly share information while keeping the conversation coded and ensuring privacy. Once you have received your Security Guard license and a Security…

Since 2012, our Ontario Security Training learning platforms have enabled interested students to complete the Ontario 40hr Security Guard Course, Ontario 50hr Private Investigator Course, Use of Force Training, Loss Prevention Training and First Aid Training. As our flagship website, www.securityguardcourse.ca is an easy to use online training site where students can research, purchase and…