How Much Does a Security Guard Cost in Canada? 2026 Rate Guide
2025-10-28 6 min read
What licensed security guards actually cost across Canada in 2026, and what drives the rate up or down.
Typical Rate Ranges
Across Canada in 2026, licensed uniformed guards typically bill between the mid-twenties and mid-forties per hour depending on province, risk and contract length. Specialized services like executive protection, K9 and fire watch command premiums above that range.
Mobile patrol programs bill per visit rather than per hour, making them dramatically cheaper for low-traffic properties.
What Drives the Rate
Provincial minimum wage and licensing costs set the floor. Risk profile, hours (overnight and holidays cost more), supervision requirements and site remoteness move the rate from there.
Long-term contracts with guaranteed hours always price better than emergency callouts.
The Hidden Cost of Cheap Security
Rates below the viable floor mean unlicensed guards, no insurance or no supervision, sometimes all three. One incident with an uninsured guard can cost more than a decade of professional service.
Always verify licensing, insurance certificates and workers' compensation registration before comparing prices.
Getting an Accurate Quote
A real quote requires knowing your site: hours, risks, duties and reporting expectations. Phone assessments take fifteen minutes and produce written, itemized pricing.
Call 807-770-0243 for a same-day written quote anywhere in Canada.
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