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Local security industry report
Security work in
Manitoba
Local pay, training and the steps towards your next role.
Research checked
Take the Manitoba Security Guard Training Program with an approved trainer, pass the licensing exam and apply with the required screening documents. This report brings together Manitoba 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
18.5CAD per hourReference period: 2023–2024
Manitoba. NOC 64410, security guards and related security service occupations. Job Bank reports a median of CAD 18.50 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
3,206.67CAD per monthReference period: 2023–2024
Manitoba: 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 Manitoba has not been verified. No national figure has been substituted.
Manitoba Justice, Private Investigators and Security Guards ProgramHow 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
The approved Manitoba Security Guard Training Program is followed by a provincial exam with a 75% pass mark. Exam booking follows completed training.
Official authority and local guidance
Manitoba Justice, Private Investigators and Security Guards ProgramLicensing guidance checked
Training providers to explore
Checked examples for this region. Confirm course approval, dates and the total price before enrolling.
Commissionaires Manitoba
Course: Manitoba Security Guard Training Program
Duration: 40 hours in classroom, followed by the provincial exam.
Published course price: Price available on enquiry; the reviewed course page publishes no tuition amount.
Sources & research notes
Listed on Manitoba Justice's approved-trainer page. Provider publishes 2026 classroom dates and a registration enquiry. Confirm tuition, exam booking and screening costs. Listing establishes a research example; any referral relationship requires a separate agreement.
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 Manitoba 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 Manitoba 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 Manitoba 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 Manitoba 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 guardChoose an approved trainer
Use Manitoba Justice's current approved-trainer list and ask for the latest curriculum version.
View sourceComplete training and the exam
Book through the prescribed E-proctor process after training. Three unsuccessful attempts require repeating the course.
View sourceApply with checks
Upload the certificate, photograph, identification and criminal-record and Child Abuse Registry checks dated within six months.
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.