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Local security industry report
Security work in
British Columbia
Local pay, training and the steps towards your next role.
Research checked
The standard full security guard route uses Basic Security Training, a passing assessment, fingerprinting and a provincial security worker licence. This report brings together British Columbia wage benchmarks, the local entry route and official recruitment searches. Start with the community and assignment you want to work in.
Your local training routeThe industry at a glance
Median hourly security pay
22.75CAD per hourReference period: 2023–2024
British Columbia. NOC 64410, security guards and related security service occupations. Job Bank reports a median of CAD 22.75 per hour for NOC 64410, security guards and related security service occupations. Reference period: 2023–2024; Labour Force Survey; table updated 2025-11-19. This occupational benchmark includes different roles and experience levels.
Government of Canada Job Bank, NOC 64410; table updated 2025-11-19Monthly illustration at 40 hours a week
3,943.33CAD per monthReference period: 2023–2024
British Columbia: calculated as the regional median hourly wage × 40 hours × 52 weeks ÷ 12 months. This is a gross illustration before deductions. It assumes paid work throughout the year; actual hours, overtime and earnings vary.
Government of Canada Job Bank, NOC 64410; table updated 2025-11-19Distinct security companies
No verified figureReference period: Not verified
A current unique-company count for British Columbia has not been verified. No national figure has been substituted.
British Columbia Security Programs DivisionHow to read this report
Industry counts and wages describe different populations. The business figure counts employer establishments where available. Wages describe an occupation across employers. Each monthly illustration shows its calculation and assumptions.
Your local training route
Complete JIBC Basic Security Training or an accepted equivalent. The BST assessment pass mark is 70%. The regulator also publishes supervised and prior-qualification routes.
Official authority and local guidance
British Columbia Security Programs DivisionLicensing guidance checked
Training providers to explore
Checked examples for this region. Confirm course approval, dates and the total price before enrolling.
Justice Institute of British Columbia
Course: Basic Security Training: SCRT-1651 theory and SCRT-1656 assessment
Duration: 40 hours; self-paced online within eight weeks, or classroom.
Published course price: CAD 343.77 theory + CAD 3.26 learner services + CAD 64.14 assessment.
Sources & research notes
JIBC delivers BST on behalf of BC's Security Programs Division. Fees checked 2026-09-16. Licence and fingerprinting costs are separate; assessment delivery depends on location.
Employers to explore
These official recruitment portals let you search by town or region. Check that an employer has a suitable local vacancy before applying. The list is unranked.
GardaWorld Canada
National recruitment directory. Select British Columbia or your town to check availability. A local vacancy or employer presence has not been confirmed in this report.
Search these job titles
- Security Guard
- Airport Security Screening
- Armed Guard - Cash Services
The official portal separates guarding, airport screening and cash services. Choose a Canadian location and read that role’s requirements.
Application route
- Search a Canadian city or province.
- Choose a vacancy and review its duties.
- Apply through the official portal.
Paladin Security
National recruitment directory. Select British Columbia or your town to check availability. A local vacancy or employer presence has not been confirmed in this report.
Search these job titles
- Security Guard
- Healthcare Security Officer
Canadian recruitment includes healthcare, patrol, commercial and other sites. Its careers pages link to applications and career fairs.
Application route
- Select a local opening from the careers page.
- Prepare a tailored résumé and references.
- Follow the application and interview instructions.
Commissionaires
National recruitment directory. Select British Columbia or your town to check availability. A local vacancy or employer presence has not been confirmed in this report.
Search these job titles
- Security Guard Professionals
- Hospital Security Guard
- Site Supervisor
Recruitment is organised by division. Some roles require a completed application form alongside a résumé and listed credentials.
Application route
- Select your region and vacancy.
- Read that division’s submission instructions.
- Send the requested application documents through its stated route.
Securitas Canada
National recruitment directory. Select British Columbia or your town to check availability. A local vacancy or employer presence has not been confirmed in this report.
Search these job titles
- Security Guard
- Supervisor
- District Manager
The Canadian careers page links to its applicant system. Check province, language and role requirements in the individual vacancy.
Application route
- Open Explore Job Opportunities.
- Choose a Canadian vacancy.
- Complete its application and follow recruiter instructions.
How hiring works
Use this as a starting point. Requirements depend on the role, employer and work location. Check the current vacancy and regulator before applying or paying for training.
Become a security guardComplete accepted BST
Train through JIBC or one of its designated schools, unless the regulator accepts your existing qualifications.
View sourcePass the assessment
Confirm the exam format and location. JIBC requires Lower Mainland candidates to attend its New Westminster campus; qualifying candidates elsewhere can arrange online proctoring.
View sourceApply for the worker licence
Submit proof of training, identity, work entitlement, photograph and fingerprints through the provincial process.
View source
Sources & research notes
- Licensing guidance was last checked on 2026-09-16. Confirm current eligibility, forms and charges with the licensing authority.
- Wages describe NOC 64410 across multiple security roles and experience levels. They are historical occupational estimates; a vacancy can offer different pay.
- The monthly figure is calculated using a 40-hour, 52-week assumption. It is gross income before deductions and does not include overtime.
- Employer links are unranked Canadian recruitment routes. Local vacancies and the employer’s presence in this province or territory require confirmation.
- Provider details retain the 2026-09-16 source check. Confirm current authorisation, course dates, exam arrangements and the full fee.
External sources may be in a different language.
Turn your research into a next step.
Check the local entry route, then compare vacancies and employer requirements.