Quebec’s Private Security Act
Quebec’s Private Security Act governs all aspects of what security guards are allowed to do in Quebec. It was created by Quebec’s Minister of Public Security (Ministère de la sécurité publique (MSP)). Quebec also has an agency that is responsible for enforcing the Private Security Act. This agency is known as the Bureau de la sécurité […]
Quebec’s Bureau de la Sécurité Privée (BSP)
Quebec’s Bureau de la sécurité Privée (BSP) is the agency responsible for enforcing Quebec’s Private Security Act. The mission of the BSP is to protect the public by enforcing the Private Security Act of Quebec. The Bureau de la Sécurité Privée oversees implementation of Quebec’s Private Security Act and its regulations. The Bureau issues licenses for […]
The Security Guard License in Quebec
In order to obtain a security guard license in Quebec, you must apply at the Bureau de la Sécurité Privée. If you need to modify/renew/replace an exisiting license, you must also do so through the Bureau de la Sécurité Privée. There are various forms that can be downloaded at the Bureau de la Sécurité Privée website, […]
Security Guard Training Requirements in Quebec
To obtain a security guard licence in Quebec, you must successfully complete the required training or have equivalent skills and knowledge. You must successfully complete the training in private security guarding, for a minimum of 70 hours training. This training must be offered by a school board that provides you with a diploma and a […]
Security Guard Employment Trends in Quebec
According to recently published studies, security is a booming sector. The need for labour is important for all of Quebec in order to ensure growth in this sector. Quebec has currently issued 25,000 licenses. For security guards who work directly on behalf of a company, the variations in wages are too great to provide reliable information. […]
Temporary License For Security Guards in Quebec
In Quebec, a temporary licence is valid for a maximum period of 120 days. When to request a temporary license You can request a temporary licence for one of the following reasons: You still need training before you can obtain a private security licence. For example, you need a temporary licence to become an apprentice […]
Quebec Security Guard Training FAQ
Can I request an Agent Licence even if I’m not currently employed in the private security sector? Yes. You can make a request for an Agent Licence if you’re seeking work in the private security sector and are not yet employed. Your licence will also remain valid even if you lose a job in the sector. Yes. […]
Security Guard Training Programs in Quebec
In Quebec, you are required to complete a Private security guarding program. Thee training required to obtain a security guard licence consists of the following: To have successfully completed a program of at least 70 hours of courses (for which a transcript of grades is issued by a school board) that includes the following required three (3) […]
