Canadian Corps of Commissionaires

Modelled after the British Corps of Commissionaires, the Canadian Corps was formed in 1925 with the opening of offices in Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver. A national organization was realized by 1950 with the opening of an office in St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador. In 1982, the Canadian Corps had grown to more than 10,000 employees, which virtually doubled the complement of its British cousin.

To meet its growing demands for personnel after the September 11 attacks in 2001, Commissionaires began accepting civilians into its ranks.

While keeping with the times, utilizing advanced technology and more specialized, highly skilled staff, Commissionaires expanded to offer a broader range of services, catering to the evolving needs of clients and the advanced skills of its employees.

Today, Commissionaires employs over 22,000 men and women of all ages and walks of life who serve in 1,200 communities across the country. Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and RCMP account for approximately 5,000 of its employees and serve at all levels of the organization from security guard to CEO. Commissionaires provides outstanding security and security-related services to federal and provincial facilities, municipalities and police services, air and seaports, private sector organizations, and homes across the country.

As a private, self-supporting, not-for-profit organization, Commissionaires continues a proud tradition that started almost a century ago. By operating in this manner, the organization can fulfill its original mandate of providing meaningful work to veterans, their families, and all others who want to contribute to the safety and well-being of Canadians, while providing clients with high-quality service at competitive rates.

After 12 years of service, a member is eligible for the Commissionaires Long Service Medal.[2] Additionally, both Distinguished Service and Meritorious Service medals may be awarded when approved by the area office and the Commissionaires National Office (CNO).

Jeep Patriot of the Commissionaires in Sainte-Thérèse, Quebec, 2021

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