Security Guard Licence: Moving from British Columbia to Quebec
The short answer
Direct transfer
Applicants holding a valid licence from another Canadian province must still obtain a BSP licence, but holding that licence may exempt them from the required training, and they must provide proof of first-aid training similar to Quebec's. Source
“Yes. Even if you hold a licence from another Canadian province, you must obtain a licence from the Bureau to carry out private security activities in the Province of Quebec. However, make sure to attach a copy of the licence you hold to your application. Holding a valid licence from another Canadian province may exempt you from the training that is required by regulation in this category of service.”
bspquebec.ca/en/51/frequently-asked-questions
Both provinces
| Licensed in British Columbia | Moving to Quebec | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Licence required | Licence required |
| Regulator | Security Industry Licensing | Bureau de la sécurité privée |
| Guide | Security guard in British Columbia | Security guard in Quebec |
Steps to transfer
Attach out-of-province licence
Source
“However, make sure to attach a copy of the licence you hold to your application. Holding a valid licence from another Canadian province may exempt you from the training that is required by regulation in this category of service.”
bspquebec.ca/en/51/frequently-asked-questionsProve first-aid training
Source
“You must also provide a proof that you have attended first-aid training similar to the one that is mandatory in Quebec.”
bspquebec.ca/en/51/frequently-asked-questions
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Bureau de la sécurité privée
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